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Custom Bid for Services - Scanning, Digitization and Implementation of a Cloud-Based Document Mana

Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in India is inviting bids for “Custom Bid for Services - Scanning, Digitization and Implementation of a Cloud-Based Document Mana”. Bids close on 10 October 2026, 21:00 IST; bid security (EMD) is ₹92,000. To qualify, bidders need an average annual turnover of ₹20 lakh over the last 3 years, at least one similar completed work and GST registration. Registered MSMEs and startups are exempt from the EMD.

The work

Scanning, Digitization and Implementation of a Cloud-Based Document Management System (DMS) for Old Records at IMU-Kolkata Campus

  • Regulatory/Statutory Compliance of Service: YES
  • Compliance of Service to SOW, STC, SLA etc: YES

Key facts

Bid security (EMD)
₹92,000 · bank_draft|bank Guarantee|surety_bond
Performance security
5% of contract value
Bid validity
120 days
Contract period
6 Month(s)
Evaluation
Financial Document Indicating Price Breakup Required
Submission
Online, on the e-procurement portal
Price basis
lumpsum
Published
24 Aug 2026
Reference
GEM/2026/B/7953431

What it takes to qualify

Worth a closer look

  • The bidder must upload supporting documents to prove eligibility for MSE/Startup relaxation from Experience/Turnover criteria
  • The bidder must be validated online in GeM profile to avail MSE benefits
  • The bidder must comply with all applicable Labour Codes as notified by Government of India

Experience

  • At least 1 similar work — Experience providing similar scanning, digitization and DMS implementation services to Central/State Govt Organization/PSU
  • Scanning, Digitization and Implementation of a Cloud-Based Document Management System (DMS)

Financial capacity

  • Average annual turnover of ₹20 lakh over the last 3 years
  • Audited financial statements for 3 years

Certifications and registrations

GST registrationRequired for bidder registration on GeM

Policy conditions

  • Purchase preference for micro and small enterprises
  • Make in India: either
  • Bidders from certain countries are restricted
  • EMD exemption for registered MSMEs and startups

Documents to submit

  1. Experience certificatesCopies of relevant contracts/orders for similar services
  2. Audited Balance SheetsFor last 3 years or since incorporation if less than 3 years
  3. GEM Availability Report (GAR)Required document
  4. Undertaking of Competent AuthorityRequired for Custom Bid creation
  5. Scope of WorkRequired document
  6. Payment TermsRequired document
  7. Price Bid Format (Annexure-F)Required Excel format