NA Tender by Directorate General Of Employment And Training (dge&t) (GEM/2024/B/5756274)

The eligibility requirements encompass being a registered entity in India, having at least 5 years of experience in similar consultancy services, meeting the financial criteria with an average annual turnover of ₹200 crores over the last three years, and submitting an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹1 crore unless exempted.

Bidders must provide various certificates including experience documentation, turnover statements certified by an auditor, relevant professional certifications, and any necessary supporting documents if claiming exemption from experience or turnover criteria.

To register, bidders must create an account on the designated portal, ensure their organization is properly registered, and upload all required documents including eligibility proofs, technical capabilities, and financial statements.

Accepted document formats typically include PDF for technical specifications, financial statements, and certificates. Bidders are advised to refer to the tender document for specific acceptable formats.

The technical specifications require that bidders demonstrate past experience with similar consultancy projects, provide proof of concept, and certifications relevant to the services being provided. Compliance with any additional requirements specified in the tender documentation is necessary.

The quality standards expected align with the objectives outlined in the tender, where adherence to deliverables and milestones as per the contractual agreements is vital. Documentation and previous projects must support these qualifications.

Compliance requirements include adherence to all applicable laws, rules, and labor laws including minimum wage criteria. Bidders are required to submit a declaration ensuring compliance and confirming that they are not under liquidation or facing bankruptcy proceedings.

The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) required for participation in this tender is ₹1 crore. Bidders wishing to claim exemption must provide valid supporting documentation according to GeM GTC regulations.

Successful bidders will be required to provide a performance bank guarantee (PBG) of 5% of the contract value, which remains valid for the duration specified in the tender. Bid security facilitates project integrity and ensures commitment.

The payment terms are detailed in the tender documentation, which generally stipulate that payments will be made upon achieving the specified milestones. Bidders should consult the specific documentation for clarification of terms.

The price evaluation will primarily consider the total value proposed, alongside the technical and financial scores calculated according to the criteria in the tender. Bidders should focus on providing competitive yet sustainable pricing in their submissions.

Bidders can submit their proposals electronically through the designated online portal, ensuring that all forms and supporting documents are uploaded according to the tender requirements.

While the exact timelines may vary, bidders should be aware that key dates related to bid submissions, openings, and clarifications will be specified within the tender documentation and must be strictly adhered to.

The evaluation and selection process consists of thoroughly reviewing the technical and financial bids submitted, where a scoring mechanism is applied to assess competence. Bidders achieving the minimum qualifying marks will be considered for further evaluation.

Results will be communicated to participants through the official portal once the evaluation process is complete. Bidders will receive notifications regarding their standing in the bidding process and any additional actions required.