Tender Title: Astronomy Education Tool for Night Navigation
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6107871
Issuing Authority/Department: Planning & Development Department, Bihar
The Planning & Development Department of Bihar invites tenders for the procurement of an Astronomy Education Tool for Night Navigation. This initiative aims to enhance educational resources focused on astronomy, specifically designed for effective night navigation learning. Schools and educational institutions can leverage this tool to engage students in practical astronomy concepts and skills.
Scope of Work and Objectives
The primary objective of this tender is to procure eight high-quality astronomy education tools that will function effectively during nighttime observation sessions. The tools should facilitate the understanding of night sky navigation, enabling users to identify constellations, stars, and celestial bodies.
Eligibility Criteria
Vendors wishing to participate in this tender must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Must be a registered business entity in India.
- Should have relevant experience in supplying educational tools or related products.
- Compliance with local and national regulations for educational procurement.
Technical Requirements
Proposals must detail the technical specifications of the astronomy tools. These include:
- Robust design suitable for outdoor use.
- User-friendly features for educational purposes.
- Compatibility with various educational curricula focusing on astronomy.
Financial Requirements
Bidders are required to provide a comprehensive financial proposal that includes:
- A detailed price breakdown per unit.
- Total cost for all eight units, including taxes and delivery charges.
Document Submission Details
Interested bidders are instructed to submit the following documents:
- Valid business registration certificate.
- Technical specifications of the proposed tool.
- Financial proposal in a stipulated format.
Submissions should be made electronically via the designated government procurement portal as per the guidelines provided in the tender document.
Special Provisions
Offers from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups are encouraged. They may benefit from preferential evaluation criteria designed to promote local entrepreneurship and innovation as per government initiatives.
Evaluation Process
The evaluation of tenders will follow a structured process where proposals will be assessed based on technical compliance, financial feasibility, and adherence to the eligibility conditions stated above. Both the technical and financial aspects will be crucial for selection.
Delivery Locations
The successful vendor will be expected to deliver the astronomy tools to designated educational institutions in Bihar, which will be specified post-award of the tender.
Contact Information
For more details on the tender, potential bidders can reach out to the Planning & Development Department, Bihar through the designated communication channels listed in the official tender documentation.
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Tender Documents
4 DocumentsDocuments Required from Seller
- Experience Criteria
- Past Performance
- Bidder Turnover
- Certificate (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 1 (Requested in ATC)
- Compliance of BoQ specification and supporting document *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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To participate in the Astronomy Education Tool for Night Navigation tender, bidders must provide valid business registration certificates, any certifications relevant to educational product supply, and any applicable compliance documents as specified by the issuing authority.
To register for participation in this tender, bidders must complete their registration on the government procurement portal. This includes submitting necessary documents such as their business profile and past performance records in the field of education tools.
Submissions for this tender must be made in specific formats as required by the government procurement portal. Typically, formats may include PDF for documents and Excel for financial proposals. Bidders should refer to the tender document for detailed instructions.
An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) may be required as part of the bid submission process. The amount will be specified in the tender document. It serves as a security to ensure that bidders adhere to the tender conditions and that the bid is genuine and serious.
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