Invitation to Bid - Plastic folding round dining table 04 seater,Plastic Poultry crate in IMPHAL WEST, MANIPUR

The eligibility requirements mandate bidders to be registered entities with valid statutory licenses and registrations. Bidders must be manufacturers or authorized suppliers of plastic furniture and crates with proven relevant experience in supplying to government or private sectors. Registration on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform is compulsory. Participants must submit all supporting documents evidencing legal status, manufacturing capabilities, and prior supplies. Additionally, compliance with quality standards and possession of environmental clearances for plastic products is required. MSMEs and startups are eligible for special considerations but must provide valid certification.

Bidders must furnish a comprehensive set of certificates, including but not limited to: company registration certificates, GST registration, ISO certifications (if applicable), product quality compliance certificates, and environmental clearance certificates for plastic manufacturing. Technical documents should include detailed product specifications, compliance with safety and quality standards, samples or prototypes if requested, and testing reports aligning with tender requirements. Startups need to submit valid recognition letters, and MSMEs should enclose their pertinent certification to avail benefits. All documents should be in formats accepted by the GeM portal, such as PDF, and must be digitally signed where necessary.

The evaluation process involves a preliminary technical assessment ensuring all compliance and eligibility criteria are met. Financial bids of only the technically qualified bidders will be opened and evaluated based on the quoted unit prices and overall cost efficiency. The tender follows a Lowest Evaluated Bidder (LEB) criterion where price is weighted alongside quality standards. Special price preferences for MSMEs and startups are applied in line with government procurement policies. Taxes and other applicable charges are clearly analyzed, ensuring cost transparency and value for money for the Ministry of Defence.

Tender document submission is carried out electronically through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal. Bidders must upload scanned copies of all required forms, certificates, and technical documents. The system accepts standard document formats like PDF, JPEG for images, and optionally MS Word or Excel files for forms and price bids. Every uploaded file must be clear, legible, and digitally signed if required. Manual or physical submission of documents is not permitted. The portal provides guidelines and instructions to aid bidders throughout the registration and submission process, ensuring compliance and completeness.

MSMEs participating in this tender are entitled to relaxations such as exemption from Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) and price preference margins that give them a competitive advantage during evaluation. They must submit valid MSME registration certificates to avail these benefits. Startups recognized by relevant government agencies also receive preferential treatment relating to bid evaluation and eligibility. Additionally, the tender complies with 'Make in India' policies, encouraging local content procurement, which aligns with national objectives to boost domestic manufacturing capabilities. These provisions ensure inclusive participation, support indigenous enterprises, and promote innovation in supplying specialized products to the defence sector.