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1 NOTICE INVITING E-TENDER File No. 2-33/G20/AR/23-24 Date: 12 th July 2023 Online bids under Two bid system (Technical & Financial) from eligible bidders which, are valid for a minimum period of 90 days from the date of Bid opening (Date) are invited for and on behalf of IKS Division of MoE for Preparation of Virtual Reality (VR) Experience for IKS Division of MoE as per the job description mentioned in the bid document. Name of Work Preparation of Virtual Reality (VR) Experience Earnest Money Deposit to be submitted NIL Date of Publishing and rights for the VR Experiences IKS Division will retain all rights on the created VR experience including decision to publish it on any platform at any date. Clarification Start Date and Time One day after publishing the Tender document. Clarification End Date and Time One week before the submission deadline Queries (if any) No queries will be entertained after clarification end date. Bid Submission Start Date 12 th July, 2023 Last Date and time of uploading of Bids 1 st August, 2023 Last Date and time of submitting the bids at IKS Division Headquarters 1 st August, 2023 Date and time of opening of Technical Bids 11:00 am 3 rd August, 2023 Date and time of opening of Financial Bids Will be separately notified to technicallyshortlisted/ qualified bidders Interested parties may view and download the tender document containing the detailed terms & conditions from the AICTE website. MANUAL BID SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED Except for the original documents/ instruments as mentioned in this tender. Bidders should regularly visit the website to keep themselves updated. 2 I] Introduction to IKS Division of MoE IKS Division of MoE was established in Oct. 2020 located at AICTE Headquarters in New Delhi. Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) consists of rigorous and robust systems of knowledge creation and learning of Bhārata in various Bharatiya languages spanning several millennia, covering all aspects of human existence and thought, through an unbroken oral, textual, folk and art traditions. The Vision of the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division is to rejuvenate and mainstream Indian Knowledge Systems for the contemporary world in the current societal context. I] Introduction of tender requirement This tender requirement document outlines the specifications and expectations for the development of Virtual Reality (VR) experience. The purpose of this tender is to invite qualified vendors to propose their services and capabilities to create an immersive VR experience that enhances user engagement and interaction. II] Scope of Work: a. Project Overview: Provide a comprehensive overview of the VR experience project, including its purpose and objectives. b. VR Environment Creation: Develop a detailed virtual environment that aligns with the project objectives. This includes incorporating realistic textures, lighting, and physics simulations as required. c. User Interface and Navigation: Design an intuitive and user-friendly interface for seamless navigation within the VR experience. Implement interactive menus, control schemes, and locomotion methods that enhance user immersion and ease of use. d. VR Content Development: Create or integrate the necessary content elements to enhance the VR experience. This may include animations, audio, visual effects, and interactive elements. Ensure that the content aligns with the project goals and target audience. 3 III] Deliverables: The successful vendor will be responsible for delivering the following: Fully developed and immersive VR environment. Intuitive user interface and navigation system. Integrated VR content, animations, and audio. Interactive features and gameplay mechanics to engage users. Compatibility with various VR platforms and devices. Specifically, the compatibility with the Oculus Meta Quest 2, and Windows platform on a Laptop with the following specifications (Legion 5i Pro Gaming Intel 12th Gen i7-12700H, 16GB, 1TB SSD, WINDOWS 11 HOME 64 SL OFFICE H&S 2021, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6, Boost Clock 1702MHz, TGP140W, 16" WQXGA (2560x1600) IPS 500nits Antiglare, 165Hz, 100% sRGB, Dolby Vision, HDR 400, G-Sync) is MANDATORY. Compatibility with any additional platforms is desirable. Thorough testing and quality assurance to ensure a smooth user experience. Comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications and user guides. IV] Eligibility Criteria: 1. Prior experience in developing and delivering VR experiences for similar projects. 2. The bidder should possess the necessary technical skills and knowledge to develop immersive and interactive VR experiences. 3. Previous experience in working with at least one state Government/ Govt. Agency successfully executing a project related to Indian Heritage. 4. Technical Quality criteria: a. The bidder should possess a strong technical background in VR development, including proficiency in VR frameworks, 3D modeling, and mobile app development. b. The team should have experience working with the required platforms (iOS, Windows, and Android) and relevant VR technologies. 5. The vendor should have a qualified and experienced team of VR developers, designers, and technicians. Adequate resources, including hardware, software, and VR equipment, should be available to execute the project effectively. 6. The bidders who are registered/ approved by any Government department/ organization will be given preference. 7. The bidder company should have minimum 3 years of experience, preferably in the field of documentaries and film making. 8. The firm may enclose sufficient documents regarding execution of Government work order/ work order of any other organizatio |