Food Corporation Of India Warehousing Service Tender Sonepur Bihar 2026 IS 550 compliant Storage
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Tender Overview
Food Corporation Of India seeks warehousing services on a per MT monthly basis for food grain storage in and around Sonepur. Estimated value: ₹115,440,000 with an EMD of ₹1,300,000. Scope includes dry/normal warehouse facilities, godown with preservation, insurance, watch & ward, and hardware supplied by the service provider. No BOQ items are listed, signaling a broad storage and service mandate likely covering allocation, stock handling, and contractual SLA. Tender emphasizes location flexibility around Sonepur to optimize grain storage and distribution, with emphasis on secure, insured, and monitored facilities.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Category: Warehousing Service - per MT per month for food grains
- Location: Anywhere in and around Sonepur (Bihar) for dry/normal storage
- Scope of services: preservation, insurance, watch & ward; hardware to be provided by bidder
- Estimated value: ₹115,440,000; EMD: ₹1,300,000
- Standards/Compliance: not explicitly specified in data; bidders should anticipate IS/ISO alignment and BIS/ISI where applicable
- Delivery/obligation context: continuous storage management and security over the contract period; performance monitoring likely through SLAs
- Experience clues: field expects logistics/ warehousing capability for bulk food grains; verify capacity matching monthly MT requirements
- Contract type: tenure-based warehousing with cost-per-MT structure and service requirements
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹1,300,000
- Estimated contract value: ₹115,440,000
- Delivery scope: storage facilities around Sonepur with dry/normal conditions; preserve grain quality
- Payment terms: not specified; bidders should inquire during bid process
- Documentation: standard bidder documents required (GST, PAN, experience proofs, financials) as per terms
- Penalties/SLAs: not disclosed; bidders should consider typical performance penalties for storage failures
- Warranty/AMC: not specified; propose post-acceptance support for storage and security hardware
Key Specifications
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Product/Service: Warehousing Service for food grains, per MT monthly
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Estimated value: ₹115,440,000; EMD: ₹1,300,000
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Location flexibility: in and around Sonepur (Bihar)
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Required services: preservation, insurance, watch & ward
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Bidder responsibility: hardware provisioning for warehousing facilities
Terms & Conditions
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EMD ₹1,300,000 must be submitted with bid
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Storage contract based on per MT per month, around Sonepur
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Hardware for warehousing to be supplied by bidder
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment terms are not explicitly specified; bidders should confirm preferred terms during bid submission and align with department norms.
Delivery Schedule
Contract covers ongoing monthly warehousing for food grains; specifics on delivery cadence are not provided and require clarification.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
No LD% disclosed; bidders should anticipate standard storage quality and security penalties and seek explicit SLAs during negotiations.
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in bulk warehousing and food grain storage
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Financial capability to support large monthly storage commitments
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Capability to provide hardware and security services as part of the bid
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
65000
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Warehousing Service - Per MT - Monthly Basis - Food grain storage, Warehouse anywhere in and around Sonepur; Dry /normal warehouse.; Godown with services (preservation, insurance, watch & ward); Hardware by the service provider
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 30 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
24-08-2026 11:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
Food Corporation of India, Regional Office, Satsang Vihar, Bhubaneswar- 751007, Odisha
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Khordha
Delivery Pincodes
751007
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinmaya Pradhan | 751007,Food Corporation of India Regional Office, "Khadya Bhawan" Vani Vihar, Satsang Vihar Bhubaneswar | Khordha | Odisha | 751007 | 65000 | - | Number of Months of service within the contract period : 24 |
Authority Records
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Documents 6
GeM-Bidding-9761051.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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Other Documents
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Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
5
Corrigendum Updates
3 Updates Update
Extended Deadline
25-Sep-2026, 10:30 am
Opening Date
26-Sep-2026, 10:30 am
Update
Update
Extended Deadline
18-Sep-2026, 10:30 am
Opening Date
19-Sep-2026, 10:30 am
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates demonstrating warehousing/logistics capability
Financial statements (recent audited balance sheet and P&L)
EMD submission proof (bank guarantee or online payment receipt) of ₹1,300,000
Technical bid documents outlining warehousing processes and security measures
OEM authorizations or equipment/hardware procurement certifications (if required)
Any relevant compliance certificates and prior project references
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ODISHA tender market
How to bid for warehousing service tender in Sonepur Bihar 2026
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and EMD ₹1,300,000. Include technical bids detailing warehousing capacity and security hardware from bidder. Ensure compliance with required documents and provide proof of capability for preservation, insurance, and watch & ward.
What documents are required for Food Corporation of India warehousing bid in Sonepur
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, audited financials, experience certificates for warehousing, EMD payment proof, technical bid, and OEM/ hardware certifications if applicable. Submit all documents in the prescribed bid format to qualify for evaluation.
What are the critical eligibility criteria for the Sonepur warehousing contract
Eligibility includes proven warehousing experience for bulk food grains, adequate financial capacity, ability to provide security hardware, and compliance with bid submission documents such as GST, PAN, and EMD. Ensure readiness for ongoing monthly MT storage and related services.
How to ensure EMD submission for this Bihar warehousing tender
Submit EMD ₹1,300,000 via online payment or bank guarantee as specified in ATC. Include the EMD receipt with the bid and ensure it remains valid through bid opening. EMD acts as security to participate in storage contract negotiations.
What technical specifications are expected for warehousing storage in Sonepur
Expect dry/normal warehouse facilities with preservation, insurance, and watch & ward services. Hardware provisioning by bidder may include security systems. While explicit IS standards are not listed, align with typical IS/ISO quality and safety norms and confirm during bid clarification.
When is the delivery expectation for monthly MT warehousing in Sonepur
Contract is monthly-based per MT storage; specific delivery milestones are not published. Bidders should prepare scalable capacity and secure security hardware to ensure continuous storage and quality preservation over contract duration.
What are the payment terms for the Food Corporation warehousing contract
Payment terms are not explicitly stated; bidders should seek confirmation during bid clarification. Prepare for standard government payment flows and ensure invoicing aligns with MT metrics and monthly storage cycles.
Which documents prove experience for bulk food grain warehousing bids
Provide experience certificates from similar bulk storage projects, references, and contract values. Include client letters, performance records, and proof of capacity for MT-based monthly storage to demonstrate capability to handle large grain volumes.