Open Tender for Hiring of Agency for IT Projects- Milestone basis in AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT

Details are provided in the tender document.

To participate in the tender for Hiring of Agency for IT Projects, bidders must meet specific eligibility requirements outlined in the Pre-Qualification document. Key requirements include relevant experience, financial turnover criteria, and necessary certifications such as OEM authorization.

Bidders must submit several documents including:

• Experience and turnover certificates
• OEM Authorization Certificates
• Additional documents as specified in the Attachment Terms & Conditions (ATC). Failure to submit the necessary documents may lead to disqualification.

Bidders seeking exemption from the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) must submit valid documentation proving eligibility under relevant categories. Only manufacturers and service providers under MSE category are eligible.

The technical specifications include project planning, hardware procurement, system development, and UAT, among other deliverables. Detailed specifications are available in the provided scope of work document.

The performance security required is 5% of the total bid amount. It can be submitted as a bank guarantee or demand draft in favor of the GSRTC Collection Account. This ensures that bidders are compliant with financial backing for contract execution.

All bids must be submitted by 24-01-2025 at 17:00:00. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Bids will undergo a Total Value Wise Evaluation process, focusing on both technical and financial aspects. Compliance with all requirements, including financial documents, is crucial for evaluation.

Following submission, the bids will be opened on 24-01-2025 at 17:30:00, after which the evaluation process will commence, and results will be shared with the bidders.

The scope of work document is accessible through the main tender link provided in the bid documentation. Ensure to review it for detailed requirements.

Currently, there are no provisions for MSE exemptions in years of experience or turnover; however, bidders are encouraged to check all requirements carefully as these may change.

The EMD should be submitted in favor of the GSRTC Collection Account at the State Bank of India. This ensures that there is financial assurance backing the contract obligations.

Upon conclusion of the evaluation, results will be communicated directly to the bidders in a notified timeframe.

The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 20-12-2024 at 12:00:00 at the GSRTC Central Office. This is an important opportunity for bidders to seek clarifications.

Joint ventures are typically permitted as long as each party meets the eligibility requirements outlined in the tender documents. Interested parties should thoroughly check to confirm specific conditions.

Yes, bidders may request technical clarifications within the allowed period of 2 days during the technical evaluation phase.

Delivery locations will be specified in the scope of work and may include various departments under the Ports and Transport Department. Coordination with the department is essential for timely delivery.