The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is soliciting bids for a comprehensive tender aimed at the provision of essential services related to Water - Drinking and Sanitation. This initiative focuses on ensuring quality drinking water supply and sanitation facilities, critical for rural and urban communities alike.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The objective of this tender is to engage qualified service providers who can deliver efficient and effective solutions for water supply and sanitation services. The successful bidders will be responsible for:

• Assessing existing water supply and sanitation infrastructure.
• Designing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance accessibility to safe drinking water.
• Ensuring compliance with sanitation standards to improve public health.
• Providing ongoing maintenance and support services post-implementation.

This tender encompasses a wide range of services, addressing the urgent need for improvements in both urban and rural water supply and sanitation services. To fulfill this mandate, the bidders should demonstrate the ability to manage projects that improve existing infrastructures, installation of new systems, and community training initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

• Be a registered entity with valid statutory compliance.
• Demonstrate experience in managing projects similar in scope and complexity to ensure a successful execution.
• Have adequate financial standing and capability to undertake the project on schedule.
• Provide an overview of skilled personnel who will be dedicated to the execution of the project.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are required to adhere to strict technical specifications as outlined in the tender documents, including:

• Design compliance with national standards for water quality and sanitation.
• Incorporation of sustainable technologies in the proposed solutions.
• Detailed project plans inclusive of timelines, milestones, and deliverables.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must provide a comprehensive financial proposal that includes:

• Detailed cost breakdown of all proposed works and services.
• A demonstration of the capability to maintain cost-effectiveness while upholding quality standards.
• Information regarding any potential contingencies and emerging costs throughout the project lifecycle.

Document Submission Details

Interested bidders must submit the following documents to be considered:

• Completed tender application form.
• Proof of eligibility and compliance documents.
• Technical and financial proposals in clearly defined formats.
• Any supplementary documentation demonstrating previous project experiences or competencies.

Special Provisions

This tender offers specific benefits aimed at encouraging the participation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Eligible MSEs may receive support through relaxed bidding conditions, additional evaluation points, and potential financial assistance. This initiative aligns with the government's objectives to foster local business engagement in public procurement.

Evaluation Process

Submissions will undergo a thorough evaluation process based on predefined criteria, including:

• Technical ability and project understanding.
• Financial viability and competitiveness of the submitted bid.
• Experience and past performance on similar projects.

The evaluation will prioritize solutions that demonstrate innovation and community engagement.

Delivery Locations

The services provided under this tender will be implemented across designated urban and rural areas as specified in the detailed project scope which will be shared with successful bidders.

Contact Information

For inquiries and additional information regarding this tender, bidders can reach out to the tender office of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE). Contact details are available in the tender document for prospective bidders needing clarification prior to the submission deadline.