Establishment of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) for the Supply of manual and electric Material Handling Equipment for UN Web Buy Plus

New clarification added: Clarification No. 3Question Bonjour, Je voudrais juste avoir une idée exacte des pays bénéficiaires. MerciAnswerPlease refer to Clarification No. 2

New clarification added: Clarification No. 2Question  Dear Sir/Madam,Could you please confirm the countries in which the forklifts will be used?AnswerPlease refer to the Tender Particulars, Scope of Bid in the eSourcing system and Section II: Schedule of Requirements .As this solicitation is intended to establish non-exclusive Long Term Agreements (LTAs) for UN Web Buy Plus (www.unwebbuyplus.org), selected items will be displayed in an electronic catalogue for global use by UNOPS clients worldwide.Specific destination countries, quantities, and delivery details are not pre-determined at this stage. Destination countries and consignee information will only be confirmed when individual Call-off Orders (Purchase Orders) are placed as actual requirements arise.Please note that, in accordance with Form D and Form F, bidders must demonstrate an authorized distributor network capable of providing full warranty and after-sales service (at least 5 countries in Africa and a minimum of 3 countries in Asia) to ensure regional support when orders are issued. 

New clarification added: Clarification No. 1 QuestionDear Sir/Madam,Greetings!We are interested in participating in the tender referenced above and would appreciate your clarification regarding the exact delivery location, including the destination country and specific delivery address, if available.Thank you for your time and assistance. We look forward to your response.AnswerPlease refer to the Tender Particulars, Scope of Bid, and Section II: Schedule of Requirements in the eSourcing system.As indicated, this tender is intended to establish non-exclusive Long Term Agreements (LTAs) with multiple vendors for the supply of manual and electric Material Handling Equipment for UN Web Buy Plus (UNOPS e-commerce platform) for global use across multiple destinations worldwide. Selected units will be displayed in electronic catalogues on UN Web Buy Plus (http://www.unwebbuyplus.org), allowing UNOPS clients to place orders without further tendering.Regarding delivery locations and quantities, please note the following:No Minimum Quantity / Undefined Destinations at this Stage: No specific quantities are requested at this stage. UNOPS commits to no minimum purchase volume or quantity. Orders with determined quantities, destination countries, and consignee details will be issued via individual Call-off Orders (Purchase Orders) only if and when an actual requirement arises.Pricing and Delivery Terms (FCA): Bidders must quote prices on an FCA (Free Carrier) basis to the sea port or airport closest to their manufacturing or stockholding facility. In most cases, UNOPS will appoint an international freight forwarder to handle transit and collect items directly from the designated FCA points.LTA Duration: The results of this solicitation will be used to establish non-exclusive LTAs for an initial period of three (3) years, with the possibility of extension for up to an additional two (1+1) years, subject to satisfactory performance and mutual agreement.Warranty and After-Sales Network: As specified in Form D for each lot, bidders must demonstrate an authorized distributor network capable of providing full warranty and after-sales service in at least 5 countries in the Africa region and a minimum of 3 countries in Asia. Bidders must submit the list of distributors with full contact details in Form F. The nominated local distributor shall be responsible for the warranty and maintenance of the base item and all associated equipment. Failure to demonstrate the required regional coverage will exclude the bidder from further evaluation.