Tender Title: Tender for Automation Test Solutions
Tender Reference Number: 3a9ea27f
Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary scope of work for this tender involves the provision of specialized automation test solutions tailored to enhance operational efficiencies within agricultural research processes and applications. The objective is to procure advanced tools and methodologies that enable streamlined testing of various agricultural software applications, ensuring they meet stringent performance and reliability standards. This tender aims to facilitate improved outcomes in research activities, allowing for more reliable data collection and analysis in agricultural contexts.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must meet specific eligibility criteria:

• Bidders must be duly registered entities, complying with applicable business regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in providing similar automation testing solutions or services.
• Valid certifications in quality management systems, such as ISO 9001, are highly recommended.
• Submission of relevant project references encompassing automation testing in research or agriculture sectors is essential.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the solutions provided under this tender include:

• Integration compatibility with existing agricultural research systems and laboratories.
• High-level performance metrics, including speed, accuracy, and reliability.
• Comprehensive support documentation and user training to facilitate operational uptake.
• Robust compliance with relevant quality standards and performance benchmarks.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to submit a detailed financial proposal that includes:

• Quotation of service fees in a prescribed format.
• Any additional costs such as installation or training must be explicitly mentioned.
• Proposed payment terms, including milestones linked to project deliverables.
• Bidder must provide an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as a percentage of the total bid value, details of which will be outlined in the official tender documents.

Document Submission Details

Bidders should adhere to the specified submission procedures for all required documents, which include:

• A completed proposal form based on the specified format.
• Copies of eligibility certificates, financial proposals, and any relevant supporting documents.
• All documents should be submitted in PDF format to ensure no alteration in content.

Special Provisions

Special provisions support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, encouraging them to participate actively. These benefits include relaxed eligibility criteria, support in the bidding process, and provision to access a separate allocation of procurement contracts.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will be conducted based on the criteria set forth in the tender documentation, focusing on:

• Technical specifications compliance.
• Financial feasibility and proposed pricing.
• Previous experience and quality of past project execution.
• Full adherence to submission requirements.

Delivery Locations

The successful bidder will carry out delivery in designated locations specified by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), covering various agricultural research institutions across the country.

Contact Information

Please refer to the official tender documentation for specific points of contact for any inquiries related to this tender. All interested bidders are encouraged to ensure they have the latest updates as changes may occur during the tender lifecycle.