The eligibility requirements expand upon being a registered legal entity, a minimum average annual turnover of 463 Lakh (s) over the past three years, and three years of experience in supplying similar products or services. MSEs and startups may enjoy relaxed eligibility criteria under special provisions.

Required documents include experience criteria, past performance records, bidder turnover, compliance with OEM annual turnover, and additional certificates as stipulated in the ATC. Supporting documents must also be included if exemption from experience/turnover criteria is sought.

All interested bidders must register on the GeM portal and ensure their profiles are complete with the necessary documentation reflecting their eligibility. Regular updates on the status of their registration and bid qualification can be tracked on the portal.

Documentation submission must adhere to the formats specified in the tender documents. Typically, PDF or specific document formats may be accepted as indicated in the Additional Terms & Conditions.

Bidders should refer to the linked Technical Specifications Document in the main tender document for comprehensive technical specifications detailing the requirements of the 28.5MVA Generator Transformer and associated equipment.

Bidders must comply with industry-standard quality assurance procedures and regulations defined within the tender documents. Products should meet or exceed the specifications to ensure reliability and operational effectiveness.

All bidders must comply with specified quality standards and provide documentation to showcase adherence to compliance requirements detailed in the tender documents.

The EMD required for participation in this tender is 1,852,400. This deposit ensures the seriousness of the bidders and will be refunded post the tender process.

Details regarding performance security will be elucidated post-bidding, as specified in the tender documents. Typically, winning bidders may need to furnish a security deposit that matches a percentage of the awarded contract value.

The payment terms are generally outlined in the final contract awarded but usually stipulate milestone or upon delivery payment schedules based on project completion stages.

Price evaluation will utilize total value wise evaluation, allowing for a thorough comparison of financial bids in conjunction with the technical merit of bids submitted under the two-packet bidding approach.

Bidders are required to submit their technical and financial bids separately, complying with the two-packet system facilitated in the tender documents. Electronic submission through the GeM platform is recommended.

Due to the dynamic nature of tenders, bidders should monitor the GeM portal for specific critical deadlines related to submission, opening, and tender evaluation processes.

The evaluation of submitted bids will follow the Total value wise evaluation guideline and adhere to the highest priced bid elimination process, ensuring fairness and transparency in selection.

Results will typically be communicated through the GeM portal notifications post the tender evaluation completion. Bidders may also receive direct notifications regarding their bid status.

MSEs enjoy exemptions from certain turnover criteria, allowing for more inclusive participation. This is part of government initiatives to promote small business engagement in public procurement.

Yes, startups can avail exemptions under the turnover requirements, fostering an environment that encourages new businesses to participate in government tenders.

The tender prioritizes local sourcing wherever applicable and encourages the use of domestically manufactured goods, in alignment with ‘Make in India’ initiatives aimed at bolstering local production.

The procurement rules emphasize the use of local content, ensuring that bids showcase a commitment to utilizing domestically sourced materials and services aligned with government policies promoting self-reliance.