Forest Department Gujarat Steel Wheelbarrows Tender Sabarkantha 2025 - Q3 Supply, EMD ₹30000, 25% Quantity Flexibility

Tender Overview

The Forests And Environment Department Gujarat invites bids for the supply of steel wheelbarrows under the Q3 category for operations in Sabarkantha, Gujarat (383001). The procurement is a supply-only contract with an EMD of ₹30,000. A key feature is the option to adjust quantity up to 25% of the bid quantity during or after contract award, at the original contract rates. Bidders must submit detailed design drawings within 5 days of award for buyer approval; delays in approval shift delivery windows without liquidated damages. The tender emphasizes a three-year average turnover criterion and requires specific certificates/test reports to be uploaded at bid opening, with state MSE procurement preference for eligible Udyam-registered bidders. The scope is limited to supply, with no BOQ items published. This opportunity hinges on compliance with the option clause, drawing approvals, and documented financial solidity.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product: steel wheelbarrows, category Q3; quantity details not disclosed (scope to be confirmed).
• EMD: ₹30,000 due at bid submission.
• Delivery terms: delivery window linked to last delivery order date; extension for option quantities calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days.
• Buyer mandatory step: submit Detailed Design Drawings within 5 days of award; approvals or modification list provided within 5 days; supply must align with approved drawings.
• Scope: Only supply of Goods; no fabrication work beyond approved designs.
• Financial turnover: bidder must demonstrate minimum average annual turnover for the last 3 years ending 31st March preceding the bid year.
• Certifications: bidder/OEM must possess specified certificates/test reports on bid opening date.
• Preference: procurement reserved for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE) from Gujarat with valid Udyam Registration.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹30,000; submit as part of bid.
• Turnover criteria: average annual turnover over the last 3 years; documentary evidence via audited balance sheets or CA certificate.
• Delivery: delivery period based on original order; option-based extensions governed by the clause, with minimum 30 days.
• Drawings approval: Detailed Design Drawings to be approved by buyer; delay in approval may adjust delivery without LD.
• Documents: GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and certificates/test reports required at bid opening.
• MSME reservation: state-level procurement preference for eligible MSEs with Udyam Registration.
• Scope: Only supply of wheelbarrows; no fabrication or customization beyond approved drawings.