Gujarat Government Tender for Operating Charges of Departmental Drilling Rig 2026

• Operate and maintain departmental drilling rigs at designated sites in Gujarat.
• Provide trained operating staff including Drillers, Pump Operators, and Helpers/Laborers.
• Ensure safety protocols and operational standards are strictly followed.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance of drilling equipment.
• Maintain detailed logs of daily operations, safety checks, and equipment performance.
• Coordinate with the Department of Roads and Buildings, Ahmedabad, for scheduling and reporting.

The process involves:

1. Submission of bid documents including technical and financial proposals.
2. Evaluation of bids based on eligibility, experience, and cost.
3. Contract award to the successful bidder.
4. Commencement of work within the stipulated timeline.

Key deliverables include operational readiness, safety compliance, timely reporting, and manpower deployment as per the contract terms.

Sequential process:

1. Equipment inspection and certification.
2. Staff training and deployment.
3. Daily operation and safety checks.
4. Maintenance and reporting as per schedule.

The total estimated budget for this project is Rs. 20,01,073. Bidders should submit a detailed financial proposal including itemized costs for manpower, equipment, and operational expenses. Payments will be made as per milestones or monthly basis, subject to satisfactory performance and compliance. The bid must include a refundable EMD of Rs. 5 Lakh, which will be adjusted against the final payment or refunded after contract completion. The tender fee of Rs. 900 is non-refundable and must be paid at the time of bid submission. All financial proposals should be submitted through the designated e-Procurement platform in the prescribed format.