Tender Title: USB Type External Hard Disk Drive (V2)
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6161974
Issuing Authority: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

The USB Type External Hard Disk Drive (V2) tender aims to procure high-quality external hard disk drives to enhance existing data storage capabilities for various governmental and departmental functions. This procurement is essential to ensure that all departments have adequate storage solutions that meet the data handling demands of modern operations.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to receive bids for providing a total quantity of 4 USB Type External Hard Disk Drives. Bidders are required to deliver these products that adhere to specified technical standards, ensuring reliability and efficiency. The units must effectively cater to the data storage needs of the ministry, with a focus on performance and data security.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for participation in this tender, bidders must provide evidence of being a registered entity within the relevant jurisdiction. This includes but is not limited to:

• Valid business registration certificate
• Tax compliance documents

Technical Requirements

Bidders must meet certain technical specifications that include:

• Minimum storage capacity specifications
• Compatibility with USB interfaces
• Adequate read and write speed capabilities
• Compliance with established quality standards in external storage devices

Financial Requirements

Financial proposals should detail the pricing structure for the USB drives, including unit costs, any applicable taxes, and total bid value. Bidders are required to submit calculations that transparently outline pricing to facilitate easy evaluation.

Document Submission Details

Potential bidders must prepare and submit the following documents:

• Completed bidding forms
• Technical specifications of the proposed products
• Compliance declarations for quality standards
• Financial bid detailing pricing and other costs

All documents must be submitted in electronic formats accepted by the authority.

Special Provisions

The Ministry encourages the participation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups by providing them a chance to compete on a more level playing field. Special considerations will be made during the evaluation process to ensure that these enterprises have fair access to opportunities.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on a combination of technical performance, compliance with quality standards, financial competitiveness, and the ability to meet delivery timelines. The evaluation criteria will favor those submissions that demonstrate superior technical specifications and adherences to the eligibility requirements.

Delivery Locations

The hard disk drives will be required at specified delivery points as indicated in the bid document. Successful bidders must ensure timely delivery to various departmental offices specified within the tender.

Contact Information

For further inquiries related to this tender, interested parties may need to consult the official portal or contact the Ministry's relevant department during procurement hours.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity to supply critical technology that will support governmental data management tasks, promoting efficiency and reliability throughout its operations.