Scope of Work and Objectives - Department of Military Affairs

The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with a minimum average annual turnover of 187 Lakhs over the past three years and having three years of past experience in supplying similar services. MSEs and startups benefit from exemptions from years of experience criteria.

All bidders must submit their OEM authorization certificate, past performance documentation, and validation of their annual turnover, including any additional documents requested as per the Acceptable Technical Criteria (ATC).

Bidders can register through the tendering platform by creating their profile, submitting necessary business documentation, and ensuring compliance with all eligibility criteria.

Bidders may need to submit their documentation in specific formats as outlined in the tender guidelines, generally including PDF, Excel, or Word formats, ensuring all files are clearly labeled and organized.

The technical specifications require the clothing system to meet stringent standards for thermal insulation, moisture-wicking properties, and effective camouflage in sand conditions as per the specifications outlined in the tender documents.

Yes, compliance with all technical specifications and provisions laid out in the bid documents is required, including adherence to quality standards set forth by the Department of Military Affairs.

The EMD amount stipulated for this tender is 1,900,000. It must be submitted along with the bid to participate in the evaluation process.

The selected bidder will be required to furnish performance security to guarantee contract execution as per the terms stipulated by the contracting authority.

Specific payment terms will be defined in the contract, but generally include milestones related to delivery, acceptance, and any other agreed conditions.

Price evaluation will primarily consider the total value submitted. The 50% Lowest Priced Technically Qualified Bidders rule will ensure that financially and technically viable proposals are prioritized for selection.

Bidders are required to submit their bids online via the designated procurement portal where all necessary documents should be uploaded in accordance with the submission guidelines.

Results will typically be communicated through the official procurement platforms, with notifications sent to the registered emails of participating bidders after the evaluation process is complete.

MSEs are provided with exemptions from certain experience requirements to encourage participation in defense tenders, enhancing opportunities for smaller businesses in government procurement.

Yes, startups are similarly exempted from experience requirements, enabling them to engage in the tender process provided they submit appropriate documentation supporting their claims of eligibility.

This tender encourages local manufacturing and procurement, aligning with the ‘Make in India’ initiative by allowing companies that manufacture in India to participate, thereby fostering domestic industries in defense procurement.