OIL INDIA Limited Tender by Oil India Limited (GEM/2025/B/5968882)
Custom Bid for Services - Hiring agency for Charter hire of Helicopter Services to support Drilling
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Tender Title: Custom Bid for Hiring Agency for Charter Hire of Helicopter Services
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/5968882
Issuing Authority:
Oil India Limited
Department:
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
Scope of Work and Objectives
The primary objective of this tender is to engage a qualified agency for the charter hire of helicopter services. This service will support drilling operations across the Offshore Kerala, Konkan, and KGDSF blocks. The contract duration is set for seven months with a provision for an extension of another seven months, maintaining the same rates and terms. The selected agency will be responsible for providing reliable and efficient helicopter services, essential for the mobility of personnel and transport of equipment during drilling activities.
Eligibility Criteria
Bidders must ensure they meet specific eligibility requirements outlined in the tender documentation. This includes having the necessary registrations and certifications to operate helicopter services. The documentation must demonstrate compliance with relevant aviation standards and the experience requisite for the provision of similar helicopter charter services.
Technical Requirements
Bidders are required to submit documentation that showcases their technical capabilities, including the following:
- Evidence of previous experience in providing helicopter services, particularly for drilling operations.
- Certifications related to aviation safety and compliance with governmental regulations.
- Details of the helicopter fleet, operational capacities, and safety records.
Additionally, bidders must provide the profiles of key technical personnel involved in the execution of the services.
Financial Requirements
An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹15,600,000 is mandated to participate in this tender. The successful bidder must also submit performance security as per the terms specified in the tender documents. Financial documentation demonstrating turnover and stability in providing similar services will also be requested.
Document Submission Details
Bidders must submit a complete set of documents including:
- Experience certificates and turnover statements.
- Required technical certificates specified in the Additional Terms and Conditions (ATC).
- Any additional documentation supporting exemptions concerning experience or turnover criteria must be uploaded for assessment. Documents should be submitted in the accepted formats as per the tender requirements.
Special Provisions
This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Provisions are in place to facilitate their participation and foster competitiveness within the tendering process. Bidders that qualify as MSEs may avail benefits outlined in the guidelines provided with the tender documents.
Evaluation Process
The evaluation of bids will follow a total value-wise assessment approach. The evaluation criteria will focus on the documentation submitted, bidder's experience, technical capabilities, and financial viability. It is crucial that bidders provide all requested documents to avoid disqualification in the evaluation phase.
Delivery Locations
The helicopter services will primarily cater to the drilling operations in the Offshore Kerala, Konkan, and KGDSF blocks within India.
Contact Information
For further inquiries or clarification, bidders can refer to the specific contact details available in the tender documents. It is advisable to check the provided linked documents to ensure all necessary queries are addressed.
Additional Information
For comprehensive details regarding the technical specifications, payment terms, and standards, please refer to the linked documents associated with this tender. Ensure that all necessary documentation is compiled and submitted as per the guidelines to facilitate a smooth evaluation process.
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Tender Documents
16 DocumentsDocuments Required from Seller
- Experience Criteria
- Bidder Turnover
- Certificate (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 1 (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 2 (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 3 (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 4 (Requested in ATC) *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
- the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
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Frequently Asked Questions
The eligibility requirements include having a registered entity capable of providing helicopter services and meeting specific experience criteria outlined in the tender documents. All bidders must provide necessary documentation evidencing their expertise and previous engagements in similar projects, as well as compliance with aviation regulations. Requirements may vary for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, offering them additional avenues to qualify for the tender.
Bidders must provide several required certificates including aviation safety and operation compliance certifications. Additionally, documentation evidencing experience criteria must be included in the submission. All proposed personnel must possess relevant professional qualifications, and any certifications outlined in the Additional Terms and Conditions must be submitted as part of the bid.
To participate in the tender, entities need to register with the relevant procurement platform as instructed in the tender documentation. After registration, bidders must compile all required documents, including technical specifications, experience letters, and financial statements, to validate their eligibility and readiness to undertake the project.
All bidders are advised to adhere to the specified accepted document formats as mentioned in the tender procurement guidelines. This typically includes PDF for official documents, supporting images, and spreadsheets outlining financial data. Ensuring the correct file types are crucial for avoiding submission issues during the bid evaluation phase.
The payment terms for the tender detail the structure of payment to the selected agency, which typically involves milestone payments tied to service completion. It is important for bidders to review linked documents that elaborate on payment schedules and terms ensuring transparency and clarity in the financial engagement process across the contract duration.
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