Indian Coast Guard Pontoon Hiring Tender Okha Gujarat Annual Rate Contract 35m Pontoon 3.5m Depth 2025

Tender Overview

The Indian Coast Guard invites bids for an annual rate contract to hire a pontoon for safe berthing of Inshore Boats at Okha, Jamnagar district, Gujarat. Estimated contract value is ₹4,701,120 with an EMD of ₹94,000. Pontoon specifications include length over all 35 m, breadth 8.0 m with vertical fenders every 2 feet, depth molded 3.5 m, and design draught 1.2 m. Required equipment comprises 8 bollards, 8 fairleads, and 8 staghorn fittings. Operational limits cover towing speed 6 knots, sea state 4 mooring, design wave height under sea state 5 of 3.5 m, and maximum wind speed of 35 m/s. The scope is strictly per provided SOW and pontoon specifications, with a 50% quantity/duration flex clause. Location emphasis: Okha, Gujarat; procurement category: annual services for marine mobilization. Key differentiator: adherence to explicit pontoon dimensions and stability under defined sea conditions. Unique aspect: alignment with coastal berthing safety requirements and defence sector protocols. This tender is a government service procurement for pontoon hire, requiring strict certificate uploads and scope compliance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Length overall: 35 m; Breadth: 8.0 m with vertical fenders at 2 feet intervals; Depth molded: 3.5 m; Design draught: 1.2 m.
• Bollards: 8 NOS; Fairleads: 8 NOS; Staghorn: 8 NOS.
• Towing speed: 6 knots; Sea state during mooring: 4; Design wave height under sea state: 3.5 m; Max wind speed: 35 m/s.
• Scope must reflect the exact SOW uploaded by the buyer and be strict about pontoon specifications; no deviations allowed without approval. Compliance with defence procurement processes and documentation is required.
• Estimated value and EMD are explicit, guiding bid budgeting and financial readiness.
• No BOQ items; focus on completing exact pontoon configuration and performance criteria.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹94,000.
• Estimated contract value: ₹4,701,120.
• Delivery/possession terms aligned with SOW; strict adherence to pontoon performance under sea state 4 mooring and wind conditions.
• Bidders must upload all certificates/documents as per ATC; non-submission risks rejection.
• Option clause allows up to 50% adjustment in quantity or duration pre-issuance and post-issuance with bidder acceptance.
• Compliance with scope, safety, and coastal procurement rules is mandatory to participate.