Open Tender for Milling Machine as per IS 6893, IS 8614, IS 9474 in CHANDIGARH, CHANDIGARH

The eligibility requirements include the necessity for bidders to be registered entities with at least 3 years of relevant experience in supplying milling machines. Additionally, a minimum average annual turnover of ₹4 Lakh is required, along with OEM authorization and proper supporting documentation.

Bidders must submit several certificates that include but are not limited to:

• OEM Authorization Certificate
• Compliance of BoQ specifications
• Experience and Past Performance documents
  Bidders seeking exemptions from specific criteria must provide supportive documents for evaluation.

To participate in the tender, interested vendors should first register on the GeM portal. Following registration, they must complete the bid submission by providing all required documentation as per the guidelines laid out in the tender documents.

Documents should be submitted in the specified formats outlined in the tender. Common formats like PDF and DOCX are usually acceptable, but bidders should ensure compliance with any specific file type requirements stated in the main tender document.

The milling machines must conform to Indian Standards such as IS 6893, IS 8614, IS 9474, ensuring quality and operational efficiency. Detailed specifications can be found in the tender document.

Absolutely, bidders must ensure their products meet the quality standards specified in the tender documents and are compliant with the relevant IS standards for milling machines, ensuring they perform as required in commercial settings.

Bidders must demonstrate compliance with all technical benchmarks outlined in the tender. Documentation supporting this compliance should be submitted along with the bid.

Machines must meet the testing criteria as defined in the specifications provided in the GeM-Bidding document. This includes performance tests and other assessments necessary to verify compliance with the listed standards.

An EMD of ₹42,500 is required to be submitted with the bid. This deposit ensures the seriousness of the bid and will be refunded to the non-selected bidders after the evaluation process is complete.

Detailed performance security requirements are outlined in the tender documentation, including necessary percentages or amounts that must be held to ensure successful execution of the contract upon award.

The payment terms will typically be detailed within the tender documents, including conditions under which payments will be released upon delivery, inspection, and acceptance of the milling machines.

Price evaluations focus on determining the lowest priced technically qualified bids based on the total value of the submission. Bidders should ensure their pricing strategy is competitive yet sustainable to stand out in the evaluation.

Bids must be submitted electronically via the GeM portal, adhering strictly to the specified submission formats and requirements stated in the tender documents.

Specific timelines for announcing results can vary, with detailed time frames communicated in the tender documentation. Bidders are encouraged to check regularly for updates.

The tender supports Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups by allowing for exemptions from certain eligibility criteria. This encourages greater participation from smaller businesses in the bidding process.

This tender is aligned with the 'Make in India' policy by prioritizing local manufacturers and encouraging domestic sourcing. Bidders should ensure adherence to local content and procurement rules specified in the tender documents.