Tender Title: Supply of Fitness Equipment

Tender Reference Number: 7eecba9e

Issuing Authority: Central Armed Police Forces
Department: Ministry of Home Affairs

Scope of Work and Objectives

The objective of this tender is to procure various types of fitness equipment, which include Olympic Bars, Shoulders Press Machines, Elliptical Cross Trainers, Rubberized Weight Dumbbells, Abdominal Benches, and Rubberized Weight Plates. The awarded supplier shall be responsible for the timely delivery, installation, and potential calibration of all specified equipment to ensure they meet the safety and quality standards required by the Central Armed Police Forces.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

• Registration as a legal entity with a valid GST number.
• Proven experience in supplying similar fitness equipment.
• Must not be blacklisted or debarred from participating in any government procurements.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are required to provide detailed specifications for each type of fitness equipment, including:

• Design and construction materials that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Detailed technical manuals for installation and maintenance.
• Provision of requisite safety certifications and warranties for the equipment.

Financial Requirements

The financial proposal must include:

• Comprehensive quote for each item listed in the tender.
• A breakdown of costs including taxes, installation, and delivery fees.
• Compliance with the payment terms outlined in the contract.

Document Submission Details

Bids must be submitted electronically via the GEM platform. Required documents include:

• A signed cover letter.
• Technical and financial bids in separate files.
• Proof of eligibility, including registration details and safety certifications.

Special Provisions

Particular attention will be given to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, which may be eligible for benefits under government policies aimed at fostering local entrepreneurship. Bidders are encouraged to highlight their eligibility for these special provisions in their proposals.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation will be comprised of:

• Technical evaluation based on specifications and compliance.
• Financial evaluation scored against quoted prices.
• Preference may be given to bids conforming to local content procurement policies and 'Make in India' initiatives.

Delivery Locations

The successful bidder will be responsible for delivering the equipment to designated locations determined by the Central Armed Police Forces, as detailed in the contractual agreement.

Contact Information

For further inquiries and to access the GEM platform for bid submission, please refer to the official communication channels provided by the Central Armed Police Forces.