Detail Package

Project

SIHREN Parallel Financing

Project Description

Strengthening Indonesia's Healthcare Referral Network (SIHREN IsDB): a parallel financing IsDB for the referral hospital component.

Package Name

Procurement of Brachytherapy

Loan No.

IDN-1070

Activity Reference No.

KS.01.02/A.VI/6116/2024

Market Approach

International Open

Procurement Method

Request for Bids (RFB) - 1 Stage 2 Envelope (Rated Criteria)

Estimated Total Cost

€11,887,411.76

Currency

Euro

Stages

Cancelled

Bid Submission Deadline

10 Jul 2025

Package Lot

Name Of Lots	Units	Amount
Lot 1: Procurement of Brachytherapy	9	€6,538,076.47
Lot 2: Procurement of Brachytherapy	11	€5,349,335.29

Documentation

Published Date	Document Name
2024-10-12	Specific Procurement Notice - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-10-12	Bidding Document - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-10-12	Technical Specification - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-11-12	Minutes of Prebid Meeting - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-11-24	1st Amendments to Bidding Document - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-12-02	2nd Amendment to Bidding Document - Procurement of Brachytherapy
2024-12-02	Technical Specification (Updated file as per the issued 2nd Amendment to Bidding Document) - Procurement of Brachytherapy

Responses to Clarification of Bidding Document (Procurement of Brachytherapy)

No.	Date of Received	Question	Responses	Part (RFB)	Cluster	Sub Cluster
1	2024-10-30	In the Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) and/or Sexual Harassment (SH) Performance Declaration (page 73), should we write down the Joint Venture Member’s or Subcontractor’s Name with "-" or should we completely delete the sentence if we are not joining the bid as a JV?	Thank you for your question. If the bidder does not form a JV, or a single bidder, please fill that row with "-" character.	Bidding Procedure	Procurement Regulations	Forms
2	2024-10-30	Since this procurement involves Radioactive Sources that are supervised by International Institutions, please ask the Purchaser to require the Bidder to have a Cobalt-60 Radioactive Source Import License for Brachytherapy equipment from BAPETEN.	Since it's mandatory by MoH. It should be a responsible of the prospective bidder to have a radioactive source import license.	Supply Requirement	Procurement Regulations	Procurement Methodology
3	2024-10-30	On Page 102 (paragraph 1), there are lists of medical personnels that are not part of brachytherapy users, please revise according to Bapeten requirements such as radiation oncologist, medical physicist, radiotherapist, electromedical technician.	In the RFB Document regarding the In-Person Training, the bidder allowed to adjust the trainees accordingly for this brachytherapy package. The bidder is also provide training to medical and non- medical staff to ensure the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment.	Supply Requirement	Related to IHSS	Question related to IHSS project
4	2024-10-30	As for the Performance Security (page 139 - SCC part on GCC 18.1), what currency should it be on?	Thank you for your information. Performance security shall be denominated in the currencies of payment of the Contract, in accordance with their portions of the Contract Price. Please refer to Bidding Document (Section IX - Special Conditions of Contract, GCC 18.3, Page 139).	Contract	Contract Management	Performance Security
5	2024-10-30	In the Letter of Bid (page 64), Manufacturer's Authorization (page 70), Bidder Information Form (page 71), and c (page 74), should we write down the Alternative No with "-" or should we completely delete the sentence since there is no alternative bids allowed according to ITB 13.1?	Thank you for your question. If there is no alternative bids, please fill that row with "-" character.	Bidding Procedure	Procurement Regulations	Forms
6	2024-10-30	In the Technical Part form, Accessories Required for Each Clinical Application/Procedures section (line 50 to 52), that is a statement stating that Brachytherapy Applicators or Catheters require 5 sets per unit, but in the Complete Gynecological Applicator section, it says requires 3 sets per unit, and in the Tandem Intrauterine Interstitial Applicator section require 1 set per unit. Does this mean that the 5 sets are: 3 set Complete Gynecological Applicator, 1 set Tandem Intrauterine Interstitial Applicator, 1 set Other Applicator.	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is mandatory, the bidder can choose to comply or not. MoH will retain the current specification.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
7	2024-10-30	In The Technical Part form, Room Requirements section (line 141- 150), it is stated that bidder needs to provide room radiation protection. According to Pre-Bid Meeting, PPK stated that the room radiation protection including control room and treatment room is a construction work and not the medical device supplier work. Bidder only needs to offer the device. Please revise the Specification Technique Requirements.	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is mandatory, the bidder can choose to comply or not. MoH will retain the current specification. Bidder may refer to installation activities excel sheet for detail activities.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
8	2024-10-30	In The Technical Part form, Maintenance and Service Requirements part (line 158), it is stated that the warranty is preferred for 7 years inclusive of annual preventive maintenance and repair services, all labor, parts, logistics, and transportation. Please help to make it clear that the services are not including the source replacement.	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is mandatory, the bidder can choose to comply or not. MoH will retain the current specification. Bidder should include replacement of the source in the extention of warranty.	Contract	Contract Management	Warranty
9	2024-10-30	In the RFB Document (Page 137) in the SCC section for GCC 16.1, please add the definition of Unitary Contract. Example: Lot 1 has a total of 9 units with implementation of 3 units in 2025 and 6 units in 2026. What is a Unitary Contract: a. One unit per lot (which means one contract for 9 units), or b. One unit per lot per year of implementation? (which means one contract for 3 units in 2025 and 6 units in 2026), or c. One unit per unit within each lot? (which means there are 9 contracts for each unit), or d. One unit per lot, like point a. but payment is made per implementation year?	As specified in Bidding Document, unitary contract can different to unitary contract price and unitary contract value. The unitary contract price refers to the price of a single unit of equipment within the overall contract, as specified in the relevant bidding document. Prices can be quoted in three foreign currencies in addition to Indonesian Rupiah, with the exchange rate set at the date on the date of bid submission deadline, as per ITB 36.1. and then The Unitary Contract Value it's means a whole contract. Payment will be made annually upon delivery of the goods, completion of training, and acceptance of the goods. Details regarding Payment Terms are outlined in the bidding documents.	Contract	Contract Management	Contract
10	2024-10-30	In The RFB Document (Page 137) regarding Payment Terms. Since each Lot has different quantities and year of implementation. Will the Payment be paid per Hospital Site?	Payment will be made annually upon delivery of the goods, completion of training, and acceptance of the goods. Details regarding Payment Terms are outlined in the bidding documents.	Contract	Contract Management	Payment Term
11	2024-10-30	As for the Uptime% (page 133) (Warranty Start), is it calculated since Functional Test/Customer Acceptance Test (CAT) or Training?	Thank you for your question. The Uptime% will be calculated after full of payment. The bidder will receive full payment (70%) once the Goods has passed acceptance, testing, commissioning, and training. Please refer to RFB GCC 16.1 for more details.	Contract	Contract Management	Warranty
12	2024-10-30	As for the Uptime% (page 133) (Warranty Start). Also is it calculated per Hospital Site?	Bidder must provided minimum uptime 95% of required service time. Uptime calculated at the lot level/batch delivery for each half yearly period. In addition, failure to ensure a minimum average of 95% uptime, will result in recourse to contractual remedies. Please refer to Section VII-Schedule of Requirements, 17.Service, Page 102	Contract	Contract Management	Warranty
13	2024-10-30	In The Price Schedule form (page 79) asks bidder to fill in the DDP price for each item, for each hospital location in the lot in accordance with ITB 14.2 page 16. This is very troublesome because the project is being implemented for 2 years and there is no certainty about it: a. Value of Import Duty, b. Taxes applicable in the year of delivery of goods, c. Rupiah to USD exchange rate, Please revise so that Bidder can offer in total price only.	Where DDP Incoterms apply, these include both goods and services as detailed in the price schedule forms in Section IV of the bidding document. The bidder should fill these forms out comprehensively for all goods (device and component, accessories, instruments, start-up consumables etc). DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) including the price for inland, transportation, insurance, and other local services required to convey the Goods to their final destination. The bidder is also requested to quote the price for related services as provided in the BD.	Bidding Procedure	Procurement Regulations	Forms
14	2024-10-30	As for the Payment Billing, request for payment can be made per hospital.	The Payment Terms usually will be based from unitary contract price for the quantity ordered in that batch. The Ministry of Health (MoH) is responsible for managing the payment process according to the milestones defined in the contract, ensuring that all payments are processed in a timely and secure manner. At the request of the MoH and the Ministry of Finance (MoF), the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) makes a direct payment to the designated supplier, in accordance with the relevant terms and conditions of the underlying agreement between the MoH and the third party approved by the IsDB.	Contract	Contract Management	Payment Term
15	2024-10-30	In the RFB Document, regarding the terms of payment (page 137), it's stated that the 35% payment will be paid after training. Given on page 101 section 16. In Person Training, it is mentioned that training is provided twice (Training and Refresher Training). Please request that the Bidder can invoice payment after the first training (equipment operation training) or a maximum of 3 (three) months after the Function Test/CAT.	The payment for the third term to the bidder will be made after the first training session. The bidder will receive full payment (70%) once the Goods has passed acceptance, testing, commissioning, and training. Please refer to Bidding Document (Section IX- Special Conditions of Contract, GCC 16.1.iii, Page 137).	Contract	Contract Management	Payment Term
16	2024-10-30	For the Performance Security (page 139 - SCC part on GCC 18.4), Please revise that the Purchaser returns 2% annually of the total 10% Performance Security value to the Bidder until the warranty mass is completed.	A performance security in the amount of 2.5% of the Unitary Contract Price for each lot will be required until the completion of uptime-based payments for the final batch of equipment to be delivered to their final destination (2 years post-commissioning of the final batch). This will then be replaced by a 10% performance security during the extended warranty period during which the successful bidder provides comprehensive operational support and maintenance, yet this 10% performance security only applies to the Unitary Contract Value of those devices still under extended warranty and O&M arrangements. This value therefore decreases over time, to a zero-sum when no equipment remains under the extended warranty provisions. Please note that the Performance Security must be valid for the entire warranty period and shall be discharged and returned to the Supplier as provided in GCC 18.4. Please also refer to SCC 18.4 for details. Moreover, the Bank Guarantee is required to cover payment to be made after the closing date of the Loan.	Contract	Contract Management	Performance Security
17	2024-10-30	In the RFB document (page 48), on the BDS for ITB 18.3(a). It's stated that the bid price shall be adjusted, local currency portion of the Contract price shall be adjusted by a factor reflecting local inflation during the period of delays until contract award.... Please confirm for this adjustment whether it refers to inflation issued by Bank Indonesia?	The local currency portion of the Contract price shall be adjusted by a factor reflecting local inflation during the period of delays until contract award, and the foreign currency portion of the Contract price shall be adjusted by a factor reflecting the international inflation (in the country of the foreign currency) during the period of delays until contract award.	Bidding Procedure	Contract Management	Contract
18	2024-10-30	In the RFB Document regarding the Taxes and Duties (Page 118 - GCC 17). If there will be sparepart replacement on the future during the Warranty period, will it follows the Tax Exemption policy? Since it is informed on the pre bid meeting, that it is followed the Tax Exemption policy on Medical Devices.	The full list of equipment and accessories that are exempted from customs duties and taxes will be prepared by MoH and shared by the relevant authorities and will apply independently of the vendor. A mechanism has been prepared to handle import taxes, VAT, and other customs duties under the current project. Once there is a notification of the successful bidder, MoH will submit a tax exemption request to the Ministry of Finance for the specified bidder and will assist the successful bidder throughout the process. It is important to note, however, that facilities relating to import taxes, VAT, and other customs duties under the current project will only be granted to the main contractor or JV who signs the contract, but not the subcontractor.	Contract	Contract Management	Taxes
19	2024-10-30	In the RFB Document regarding the Taxes and Duties (Page 118 -,GCC 17). How is the mechanism for Tax and Import Duty exemption during import of spare parts?	Please refer to the respective response on the question #18.	Contract	Contract Management	Taxes
20	2024-10-30	Since it's an International Open Tender, apart from the Letter of Bid, can the bidder also have a contract with the purchaser in other currency than IDR?	According to ITB 15.2, the bidder may express the Bid price in any currency. If the Bidder wishes to be paid in a combination of amounts in different currencies, it may quote its price accordingly but shall use no more than three foreign currencies in addition to the currency of the Purchaser’s Country.	Contract	Contract Management	Contract
21	2024-10-30	In the Technical Part form, Telemedicine Capabilities section (line 116), please revise and remove the telemedicine capabilities. Since any Brachytherapy brand don't have this capabilities.	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is rated criteria, the bidder can choose to comply or not. It is designed to support future-proofing of the equipment, should telemedicine capabilities be applicable to the proposed solution. MoH will retain the current specification. While brachytherapy equipment itself is primarily focused on delivering targeted radiation, the telemedicine capabilities associated with it is potentially from the computerized planning unit that could allow remote treatment planning, consultation, and patient monitoring. These capabilities improve access to care, enhance collaboration among specialists, and allow for efficient follow-up and monitoring of patients, ultimately benefiting both patients and healthcare providers.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
22	2024-11-04	Rows 144. In Brachytherapy, radiation protection requirements are different (from standard radiology), typically requiring concrete structural shielding (bunker). Since the room's structural construction is the Purchaser's responsibility, could MOH please kindly confirm whether ""Room Radiation Protection"" is still within the Bidder's scope and what is the thickness of the bare unit concrete room (bunker) prepared by MOH/hospital?	Many thanks for this feedback. In accordance with BAPETEN standards, ensuring compliance for operational licensing of the equipment, the room's radiation protection must meet the specified requirements. Kindly confirm whether the bidder's scope includes verifying the adequacy of the prepared concrete room (bunker) provided by the MOH/hospital and whether its thickness aligns with these standards.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
23	2024-11-04	Related to the Specific Procurement Notice (SPN) that was released: RFB number: KS. 01.02/A.VI/6116/2024, Contract title: Procurement of Brachytherapy, Lot 1: Procurement of Brachytherapy for Western Indonesia Region ( 9 Units ), Lot 2: Procurement of Brachytherapy for Central Indonesia Region ( 11 Units ). We have the attached input/questions for submission to the Procurement Committee. We urge MOH, ISDB and the World Bank to please consider the critical input from us and to make the necessary adjustments/revisions to the technical specifications. We acknowledge and appreciate that the Procurement Committee, MOH and ISDB are highly committed and working very diligently for the project – in recognition of that and in order to ensure a successful RFB process that attracts the submission of high-quality bids from the market, we kindly request the Procurement Committee, MOH and ISDB to: - Please release answers, feedback and technical specification revisions no later than 7 calendar days after receipt of the questions/input and/or at the latest 10 calendar days before bid submission deadline, as the information shared with the market are very pertinent, impactful and in many cases, mandatory (e.g. technical specifications sheet) for individual bidder’s bid preparation - please give early announcement for new/extended submission deadline that is issued at least 10 days before the actual new/extended deadline itself - please stagger submission deadlines of all and individual on-going ISDB-related RFBs wider apart, minimally 1 calendar week from each other. We believe early notice will be helpful for all stakeholders involved and reduce health stresses from short notice updates/changes. Our requests are in connection to ensure good, fair, transparent and healthy participation of the entire market for an eventual successful tender process for the ultimate benefit of the people of Indonesia.	Thank you for your feedback. MOH (Purchaser) will respond to bidders' clarifications at least 5 (five) days before the deadline of bid submission to ensure sufficient time for the prospective bidder to prepare and submit its bid. If any changes are communicated close to the bid submission date, an extension of time will be included in the amendment. Please also be advised that late requests for clarification will not be reviewed and responded to. All guidance and documents have been published on the IHSS public website: https://ihss.kemkes. go.id. Any amendments (if any) and responses to questions will be published there as well.	Bidding Procedure	Related to Proc Plan and Packaging Arr.	Question related to Procurement Planning and Packaging Arrangements
24	2024-11-04	Rows 64: Cobalt 60 source is the only compulsory source. We kindly request the Procurement Committee to consider another source, such as Iridium 192. Cobalt-60 is not a generic isotope available across the market for the functionality of brachy systems and may be an exclusive source used by one OEM only. We respectfully suggest to remove this to avoid limiting the specifications to certain products/brands only, and to allow other isotope such as Iridium 192 in the specifications. In addition to that Iridium 192 has a better clinical outcomes compare to Cobalt 60 in term of: Dose to OAR: Lower energy results in more rapid dose fall off. Higher energy results in less rapid dose fall off leading to higher doses to surrounding critical structures; beyond 20cm from the source, the integral dose can be 5 times higher from Co-601. Absorbed dose to nearby organs for both Ir and Co depends on planning technique and optimisation parameters. Clinical Evidence: Limited clinical data exists for Co-60 at this time with no international published guidelines or protocols. Ir-192 systems have plenty of evidence. Radiobiological effect: The effective dose per clinical absorbed dose for Co-60 source is 18% lower2. Applicators: The shielded applicators are not available for Co-60 and may be difficult to develop in the near future, as the size and weight will make them unfavorable. Treatment Efficiency and Patient Throughput: Clinical Irradiation Time: Over the course of five years, clinical irradiation times with Co-60 sources are approximately 20% longer than with Ir-192 sources, potentially reaching 46% longer in the final year due to Co-60’s half-life decay (IAEA, 2015). This increased treatment time impacts both patient experience and clinic efficiency, leading to extended durations in treatment beds for patients, which may contribute to discomfort and anxiety. Operational Downtime: With Co-60 sources, treatment times would be longer on 91% of working days over a five-year period, whereas Ir-192 sources would only see extended treatment times on 9% of those days. This discrepancy in treatment duration allows Ir-192 to support a greater patient throughput, maximizing the efficiency of clinical resources and reducing oncologists’ time spent per patient. Safety Aspects: May provide lower risk in emergency situations related to the lower half life and lower activity of Ir-192.	Many thanks for this feedback. MoH has considered this input and will update the specification and included in a forthcoming amendment to the specifications. Cobalt-60 (Co-60) is used for brachytherapy because it provides reliable, effective, and deep-penetrating radiation, is cost-effective, and has a well- established track record of clinical use. Cobalt-60 is also requested by MoH users to be included as a mandatory specification. Cobalt-60 is more cost effective than Iridium-192 (Ir-192), due to Co-60 have longer half life (5.3 years) than Iridium-192 (74 days), meaning 25 times more source replacement for Ir-192 than Co-60.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
25	2024-11-04	Rows 67. It is mentioned that ""Bidder to specify itemized quantity for 100 typical patients procedures"". What is the expectation of delivery of start up consumables? Normally start up consumables are only required during the initial delivery of the equipment and accessories. Does this mean the Purchaser will undertake the cost of the said consumable replenishment thereafter?	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is ""white color"", bidder must describe the consumables will be included in the equipment supply. MoH will retain the current specification. Bidder will be expected to provide the start-up consumables. Total cost of the requested amount of start-up consumable shall be listed in the bid. The detailed terms and condition will be included in the contract agreement.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
26	2024-11-04	Rows 56-59: It is stated ""Lead Apron, Thyroid Collar, Pb Radiology Glasses & Gloves"". We would like to request for kind confirmation from Procurement Committee: as the isotopes used in brachytherapy have larger/higher radiation dose rates compared to X-Rays in radiology, the RFB expects bidders to be including these accessories for the purpose of shielding from x-ray imaging and not for shielding from the Brachytherapy radiation - correct?	Many thanks for this feedback. As this specification is mandatory, the bidder can choose to comply or not. MoH will retain the current specification. To clarify, the required accessories are for the purpose of shielding from radiation e.g. image guided brachytherapy. While isotopes used in brachytherapy have higher radiation dose rates compared to X-rays, these protective accessories are necessary to shield healthcare providers from radiation exposure during the brachytherapy procedure itself. The shielding is critical to minimize the risk of radiation exposure to personnel, especially considering that brachytherapy involves the direct application of radioactive sources near the patient’s body.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
27	2024-11-04	Rows 50: It is stated ""5 sets per unit". We respectfully request clarification on the specific treatment sites or types of applicators required for the five sets of applicators or catheters requested in the tender. The variety of available applicators includes those tailored for gynaecological (GYN), rectal, intraluminal, and sarcoma treatments. Identifying the intended indications or treatment sites will allow us to provide a more precise and clinically appropriate solution.	Many thanks for this feedback. MoH has considered this input and will update the specification and included in a forthcoming amendment to the specifications. Amended to: "Bidder to provide list of applicators/ components, including quantity of each respective applicator, for applications such as rectal, intraluminal and sarcoma treatments."	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
28	2024-11-04	Rows 84: (in reference to UPS in Line 84) "Clarification of Estimated Operation Time, minutes (UPS)" Kindly consider UPS backup time to reduce to 10 min, since treatment can be carried out without interruption to 20 minutes. Choosing a solution supplying power for 10 min not only aligns with environmental objectives, it also offers enhanced practicality due to their compact size, making them a more efficient within the operating environment, ultimately benefitting clinical users and patients as well as reducing overall costs of ownership in a long-run.	Many thanks for this feedback. MoH has considered this input and will update the specification and included in a forthcoming amendment to the specifications.	Supply Requirement	Evaluation Process	Technical Evaluation
29	2024-11-06	My name is XXXX as Product Manager for XXXX. I am writing to request the slide presentation file which was presented by the MOH team during Pre-Bid meeting on October, 28th at Prof. Dr. Sujudi 14th Floor (Jl. H. R. Rasuna Said Blok X-5 Kav. 4-9 Jakarta 12950 Indonesia.	Many thanks for your interest in this Brachytheraphy tender. The presentation file from the Pre-Bid Meeting on October 28th will be published on our official website at ihss.kemkes.go.id soon. Please check the website periodically for updates.	Other	Unrelated Questions	Unrelated Questions
30	2024-11-08	Refer to Section VII : Taxes and Duties (Section VII, GCC 17.1, 17.2, 17.3) concerning Import Duty, Additional Import Duty, VAT, Luxury Goods Sales Tax, and Income Tax. Could you please confirm will it be included the Spare part? Because if there is any parts need to be replaced during warranty period, those part have to be imported as needed and that cost have to factor into consideration.	Thank you for your question. As long as it is within the warranty period, this means that Spare Parts are also included.	Contract	Contract Management	Taxes
31	2024-11-08	Refer to Orange Cells which representing rated criteria no.158 Extension of Warranty Duration: Year 6 & 7, please confirm if it does not include the Source Co-60 replacement?	Please refer to the respective response on the question #6.	Contract	Contract Management	Warranty
32	2024-11-08	Refer to Presentation of Prebid Brachytherapy & RFB Procurement of Brachytherapy issued on October 11, 2024 : we found that there is contradictory information between the documents whereas : Presentation of Prebid Brachytherapy : (ITB 15.1) The currency(ies) of the Bid and the currency(ies) of payments shall be the same, VS RFB Procurement of Brachytherapy issued on October 11, 2024 : (ITB 36.1) The currency that shall be used for Bid evaluation and comparison purposes to convert at the selling exchange rate all Bid prices expressed in various currencies into a single currency is: Indonesia Rupiah (IDR). The source of exchange rate shall be: Transaction selling rate Bank Indonesia available on https://www.bi.go. id/en/statistik/informasi-kurs/transaksi-bi/default.aspx The date for the exchange rate shall be on the date of bid submission deadline. Could you please confirm which one is correct?	Thank you for your question. Both statements are correct. The requirement in the Prebid Presentation (ITB 15.1) stipulates that the currency of the Bid and the currency of payments should be the same. However, for the purpose of Bid evaluation and comparison, as mentioned in the RFB Procurement of Brachytherapy (ITB 36.1), all bid prices expressed in various currencies will be converted into a single currency (Indonesia Rupiah - IDR) using the selling exchange rate from Bank Indonesia on the date of the bid submission deadline. This ensures a consistent and fair comparison of the bids.	Bidding Procedure	Evaluation Process	Financial Evaluation (including related services)
33	2024-11-08	Refer to Currencies of Bid and Payment, can confirm if the currency (ies) of the Bid has more than one currency, any specific requirement for which currency to be used for the Performance Security/Bank Guarantee?	Thank you for your question. According to ITB 15.2, the bidder may express the Bid price in any currency. If the Bidder wishes to be paid in a combination of amounts in different currencies, it may quote its price accordingly but shall use no more than three foreign currencies in addition to the currency of the Purchaser’s Country.	Bidding Procedure	Contract Management	Performance Security
34	2024-11-08	Refer to Section III : Evaluation & Qualification Criteria in case of Joint Venture can we ask if there is any specific bank account can be accepted for the payment or any national/multi national bank account is acceptable? and does it mandatory to create a new bank account under Joint Venture/J.O?	Thank you for your question. For this Joint Venture case, there is no specific bank account requirement. Any bank is acceptable. However, the bank account used must be under the name of the leader of the Joint Venture.	Bidding Procedure	Procurement Regulations	Eligible Bidders (including joint venture)