Tender Title: Procurement of 1000 Cubic Meters of Oxygen Gas Diving for Breathing Apparatus

Reference Number: f7e63a24

Issuing Authority

The Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, is seeking proposals for the procurement of 1000 cubic meters of Oxygen gas for diving applications. This procurement is essential for ensuring the availability of high-quality breathing apparatuses for military and defense operations.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to purchase 1000 cubic meters of Oxygen gas with a purity not below 99.5%. Providers must ensure that the Oxygen meets rigorous safety and quality standards appropriate for diving operations. The required quantity is distributed in three separate lots, allowing for competitive participation and flexibility in delivery.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must be registered entities with appropriate operational capabilities. Interested parties should have prior experience in supplying industrial gases or similar products to government agencies. Compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements is mandatory.

Technical Requirements

The Oxygen gas provided must comply with the following specifications:

• Purity level minimum of 99.5%.
• The gas must be delivered using reliable, leak-proof containers specifically designed for high-pressure environments.
• Suppliers are required to provide quality assurance and testing certificates to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate their financial stability and capacity to fulfill large-scale orders. This may include providing financial statements, bank guarantees, or performance bonds as part of the bid.

Document Submission Details

All tender documents must be submitted electronically through the designated procurement platform. Detailed instructions on the submission process are included in the tender documentation. It is essential that all documents are formatted according to the specifications outlined.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups. Special provisions are made to ensure that such enterprises are not at a disadvantage during the evaluation process. This could include relaxed eligibility criteria and additional evaluation points.

Evaluation Process

Submissions will be assessed based on several criteria, including compliance with technical specifications, bid price, financial stability, and delivery capability. The evaluation committee will review all proposals, and the award will be made to the most competitive bid meeting the technical and financial requirements.

Delivery Locations

The Oxygen gas must be delivered to designated military bases as specified in the bid documents. Delivery dates and logistics will be coordinated post-award.

Contact Information

For inquiries related to this tender, participants should refer to the contact details provided in the official tender documents, ensuring that all communications are directed through the appropriate channels.

This tender represents a crucial step in enhancing safety measures and operational readiness for diving operations conducted by the military. Interested suppliers are encouraged to provide their best proposals adhering to the outlined specifications and requirements.