Tender Title: Precast Concrete Manhole Cover and Frame (V2) Conforming to IS 12592

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6157071

Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Panchayati Raj

The Precast Concrete Manhole Cover and Frame (V2) Tender aims to procure high-quality precast concrete manhole covers and frames adhering to the IS 12592 standards. The tender encompasses a total quantity of 100 units and ensures the selection of capable vendors to fulfill the installation, maintenance, and functional specifications required for effective urban infrastructure development.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to acquire precast concrete manhole covers and frames intended for drainage and sewerage systems. Suppliers are required to produce durable and robust products that meet the necessary safety regulations while ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficiency in delivery.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, the bidders need to possess the following qualifications:

• Successful registration as a legal entity.
• Relevant experience in supply or related domains.
• Compliance with existing regulatory frameworks pertaining to manufacturing and civil engineering.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate knowledge of the technical specifications required for precast concrete manhole covers, including:

• Adherence to IS 12592 standards.
• All necessary quality assurance tests and compliance documentation.
• Capacity to meet local demand and provide ongoing support.

Financial Requirements

Bidders will be required to meet specific financial criteria, including:

• Submission of a detailed financial proposal.
• Assuring the viability of cost estimates aligned with market rates.
• Returning a satisfactory Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as a security against the bid.

Document Submission Details

All proposals must include the requisite documentation detailing:

• Company registration and compliance certificates.
• Bank details for payment processing.
• Detailed proposal presenting a cost breakdown.

Bidders should submit their documents through the specified online portal or as outlined in the full bidding instructions.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, offering benefits that promote local manufacturing and compliance with relevant national policies. Preference may be given to enterprises that align with the 'Make in India' initiative.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Technical compliance with the specifications included in the tender documentation.
• Financial viability and cost-effectiveness.
• Quality and longevity of the products offered.

The department reserves the right to reject bids that do not meet the minimum requirements or are non-compliant with any legal stipulations.

Delivery Locations

The successful bidder will be responsible for delivering the precast concrete manhole covers and frames to designated sites as outlined by the Department of Panchayati Raj.

Contact Information

For additional queries, bidders can reach out to the Department of Panchayati Raj via the official channels provided in the tender documentation.