Government Tender for Meter Outsourcing & GPRS Mobile-Based Billing Services in Nadiad

The selected service provider will be responsible for:

• Deploying GPRS-enabled mobile devices for meter reading at Nadiad East, Nadiad West, and Vaso S/D.
• Ensuring real-time data transmission to the central server.
• Generating bills instantly through web-based software.
• Printing bills on Bluetooth-enabled portable printers.
• Delivering printed bills directly to consumers at their premises.
• Maintaining accurate records of meter readings and bill deliveries.

The process involves:

1. Deployment of manpower and mobile devices.
2. Conducting meter readings using Android mobile applications.
3. Uploading data to the server for instant bill calculation.
4. On-spot printing of bills.
5. Immediate bill delivery to consumers.

Key deliverables include:

The service provider must coordinate with MGVCL and adhere to safety, quality, and data security standards.

The technical setup requires:

Sequential process:

1. Deployment of mobile devices and printers.
2. Training personnel on device operation and data entry.
3. Conducting trial runs to ensure system accuracy.
4. Full-scale meter reading and billing operations.
5. Regular maintenance and troubleshooting.

The system must support real-time data sync, user authentication, and audit trails.

The total estimated cost for the project is INR 9,97,317. Payment terms are as follows:

Bidders must submit a detailed financial proposal with breakdowns for manpower, equipment, software, and miscellaneous expenses. The bid should include all applicable taxes and charges. The offer must be valid for 120 days from the bid submission deadline.