Department of Military Affairs Tender by Indian Army (GEM/2024/B/5648969)

Tender Title: Supply of Toner Cartridges / Ink Cartridges / Consumables for Printers

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2024/B/5648969

Issuing Authority/Department

This tender is issued by the Department of Military Affairs, under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Designed to meet the operational requirements of the Indian Army, this tender focuses on obtaining various toner cartridges and ink consumables, ensuring quality and compatibility with specified printer models.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure toner cartridges and ink cartridges for printers used by the Indian Army. The tender aims to ensure the supply of high-quality consumables that meet specific technical standards as per the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Category Specifications. The scope includes a total quantity of 4 various cartridge models, with specifications detailed in the tender documentation.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for participation in this tender, bidders must:

• Be registered entities under relevant laws.
• Provide documentation demonstrating past experience in supplying similar products.
• Submit OEM authorization if applicable.
• Meet Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and Startup criteria exemptions for turnover and experience, subject to meeting quality specifications.

Technical Requirements

The cartridges offered must comply with the GeM Category Specifications and should be compatible with Xerox Versalink C600/605 series printers. All offered toner cartridges should have a minimum yield capacity, ranging from 15,001 to 1,500,000 pages, depending on the model, and must indicate the capability to deliver the required quantity.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to submit an OEM average turnover of 4 lakh for the past three years, along with certificates proving past performance. The remaining financial documents needed from the seller include:

• OEM Authorization Certificate
• Annual turnover reports
• Supporting documents for exemptions if applicable.

Document Submission Details

Proposals must include the following documents:

• Experience Criteria Evidence
• Past Performance Reports
• Requested certificates listed in the Additional Documents section of the main document. In cases where bidders seek exemptions from specified criteria, appropriate supporting documentation must be submitted for evaluation.

Special Provisions

The tender provides significant benefits for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups. These segments are exempt from the requirement of Bidder Turnover criteria and Experience criteria, provided they meet quality and technical specifications. The MSME selection will follow the PMG for Public Procurement Policy guidelines.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will be conducted based on the Total value-wise evaluation method. It involves assessing each bid's financial and technical attributes. The Highest Priced Bid elimination rule will apply unless specific exceptions arise during the evaluation stage.

Delivery Locations

Deliverables are to be sent to the designated addresses specified within the bidding documentation, particularly to the Indian Army units located in South West Delhi.

Contact Information

While detailed contact information has not been provided in the available documents, interested bidders are encouraged to check the main document or the GeM portal for any clarifications and updates concerning the tender.