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Tender Title: Supply of ST Ingots
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6082909
Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence
Scope of Work and Objectives
The primary objective of this tender is to procure ST ingots with a diameter of 225mm or a square shape with a maximum length of 1000mm. The specification for the ingots includes a carbon content of between 0.18% and 0.24%, along with manganese content ranging from 0.90% to 1.20% and sulfur content specification. The total quantity required under this tender is 59,656 units.
The tender is expected to fulfill the requirements of the defence production sector, contribute to national security, and facilitate the production processes as per the established standards.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements for participating in this tender include being a registered entity with necessary certifications and capabilities to manufacture or supply ST ingots as specified. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with specified standards and possess relevant industry experience.
Technical Requirements
Participants must adhere to strict technical specifications set forth in this tender. The ingots should meet the metallurgical standards associated with defence production usage. In addition, bidders are required to submit detailed technical proposals alongside their offers, demonstrating compliance with quality and performance standards.
Financial Requirements
Bidders must fulfill specified financial requirements including an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as stated in the tender documentation. The EMD ensures the commitment to bid and must be submitted alongside the proposal.
Document Submission Details
Proposals must include comprehensive company documentation along with the technical and financial bids. All submissions should be uploaded as per the guidelines provided in the tender documentation, ensuring adherence to necessary formats for consideration.
Special Provisions
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) are encouraged to participate in this tender. The government mandates benefits for MSEs, allowing them preferential treatment in terms of bid evaluation.
Evaluation Process
The evaluation process will involve a strict review of technical proposals followed by financial assessments. Bids will be compared based on compliance with technical specifications, quality metrics, and pricing. The awarding of tender will be based on the overall merit and alignment with project objectives.
Delivery Locations
The ST ingots are to be delivered to specified defense manufacturing units, which will be disclosed to successful bidders during the execution phase.
Contact Information
For further inquiries, stakeholders should consult the appropriate department representative through their official communication channels for clarity on submission processes and further requirements.
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Tender Documents
6 DocumentsDocuments Required from Seller
- Experience Criteria
- Bidder Turnover
- Certificate (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 1 (Requested in ATC) *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
- the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
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Frequently Asked Questions
The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity capable of supplying ST ingots with the specified dimensions and composition. Bidder qualifications must include relevant certifications and proof of experience in the metallurgy or defence sector.
Bidders must provide specific certificates that verify their compliance with industry standards. This includes quality certification and any other relevant accreditations that validate the bidder’s capability for producing or supplying the ingots as per the described specifications.
The registration process requires potential bidders to complete the necessary documentation as outlined in the tender document. Bidders need to create a profile on the GEM portal and ensure all requisite information is accurately filled out to facilitate participation in the bidding process.
All required documents must be submitted in prescribed formats as detailed in the tender guidelines. While specific formats may vary, standard formats such as PDF and Word documents are typically acceptable. Ensure that all documents are legible and organized for review.
Bidders awarded the tender must provide a performance security in the form of a bank guarantee or as specified in the tender documents. This security ensures successful execution of the supply contract in accordance with the terms laid out and protects against non-compliance or deviation from the specified requirements.
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