Procurement Opportunity: Smart Card Operated Ticket Vending Machine (ATVM) (Indian Railways) in HYDERABAD, TELANGANA

The eligibility requirements stipulate that bidders must be registered entities with the appropriate technical and financial credentials. They must demonstrate prior experience in supplying similar products and submit all requisite documentation as per the tender specifications.

Bidders are required to submit various documents including:

• Certificate as requested in the ATC.
• OEM Authorization Certificate.
• Supporting documents for EMD exemption if claiming such status.
• Any other mandatory documentation specified in the tender documents.

The registration process involves signing up on the GeM portal, completing the necessary entity documentation, and ensuring compliance with the bid submission requirements.

Document submissions must be made in PDF format, as per the guidelines outlined in the GeM terms and conditions. Bidders must ensure all uploaded documents are clear and legible.

The technical specifications include requirements such as a minimum backup time of 40 minutes, a processor with at least 4 cores, and a memory size of no less than 4GB DDR4. Complete details are available in the tender attachments.

Bidders must align with the relevant quality standards and specifications set forth in the bid document, ensuring all products delivered meet or exceed these benchmarks.

Compliance requirements include the submission of certification documents, confirmation of local content, and adherence to the technical and operational standards stated in the tender documentation.

Bids will be evaluated based on the total value offered, technical specifications compliance, and the past performance history of the bidder. Opportunities for MSEs and local suppliers under the Make in India policy will also be assessed.

The EMD of 170,982 INR must be submitted unless the bidder qualifies for an exemption. It is crucial that all documentation related to EMDs is uploaded accurately during the bid submission.

A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) amounting to 5% of the contract value must be submitted within the stipulated time frame post-contract award to ensure compliance with the contractual obligations.

Bid submissions must be completed online via the GeM portal, ensuring that all necessary documents are uploaded as specified. Detailed guidelines on online submission are provided in the tender document.

MSEs are encouraged to participate and will be considered for purchase preference if they meet the criteria outlined in the Public Procurement Policy, provided they have valid Udyam registrations.

Yes, bidders must comply with local content requirements which mandate a minimum of 50% local content to qualify as a Class 1 local supplier and 20% for Class 2 suppliers as per the Make in India order.

Results notifications will be facilitated through the GeM portal, and bidders will be able to check their bid status once evaluations are completed. Additionally, direct communication will be issued as per the buyer's procedures.

These FAQs help clarify the tender process for all potential participants, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of requirements, submission guidelines, and evaluation metrics.