District Panchayat Anand Monthly Cab & Taxi Hiring Tender Gujarat 2026 - Sedan/Hatchback IS 550? Not specified

Tender Overview

The District Panchayat Anand in Gujarat invites bids for Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services, covering sedan and hatchback categories. The scope specifies 2,500 kilometers and 320 hours of local travel per month, with a total estimated contract value around ₹4,174,500 and an EMD of ₹208,700. Location is Anand, Gujarat 387210, and the procurement targets government transportation services for rural governance needs. A key differentiator is the flexible quantity/duration clause allowing up to 50% adjustments prior to contract award and post-award within defined limits, impacting pricing and deployment strategy. The tender emphasizes service availability within the state, dedicated support, and clear liabilities for subcontracting. The absence of BOQ items suggests a framework or annualized service contract rather than itemized deliverables, underscoring the need for robust SLA and compliance readiness.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Monthly cab and taxi hiring for sedan and hatchback vehicles
• Monthly load: 2,500 km and 320 hours per vehicle per month; local travel within Anand district
• EMD: ₹208,700; payment via Demand Draft acceptable in favour of PROGRAMME OFFICER ICDS DISTRICT PANCHAYAT ANAND; DD delivery to Buyer within 5 days post bid end date
• Eligibility highlights: Office of service provider must operate in the state; dedicated toll-free support; escalation matrix; no BOQ constraints
• Compliance: bidders must upload all required certificates and documents; non-submission risks rejection
• Financial/contractual: Bid quantity/duration can be increased up to 50%; lumpsum scope may adjust similarly with provider consent
• Submission logistics: Hard copy DD must accompany bid; scanned DD copy uploaded

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹208,700; DD or online payment accepted; proof of DD to be uploaded
• Flexible scope: contract quantity or duration can be increased by up to 50% before award and after award with consent
• Sub-contracting: allowed only with buyer consent; ultimate liability remains with original bidder
• Local presence: service provider office must be located in the consignee state (Gujarat)
• Support: dedicated toll-free service number and escalation matrix required
• Documentation: ensure all mandatory certificates and documents are uploaded; incomplete bids are rejected