Indian Army Cargo Handling Services Tender Chandigarh 2026 - EPF Insurance, 25% Scope Change, EMD ₹78,000

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks cargo handling services in Chandigarh, with an estimated contract value of ₹10,000,000.00 and an EMD of ₹78,000. Scope includes personnel management for cargo handling and related admin duties. Local procurement in Chandigarh, India, targets a service provider capable of handling military cargo workflows under government regulations. A key differentiator is the ATC clause allowing up to a 25% increase in quantity or duration, with service-level adjustments subject to consent. This tender emphasizes compliance, secure payments, and verified personnel management as core differentiators.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical specifications published in the BOQ. Tender emphasizes service delivery for cargo handling personnel rather than hardware equipment. Key compliance expectations include statutory employee benefits and secure, transparent payroll practices. Provisions reference EPF, insurance, and compensation under law, plus monthly bank-credit payments to workers supported by contractor-certification. Police verification of all personnel is required prior to muster or deployment. The contract type appears to be a lump-sum service arrangement with potential scope expansion up to 25% as per clause.
• Financials: Estimated value of ₹10,000,000.00; EMD ₹78,000.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹78,000.
• Scope Adjustments: Up to 25% increase in quantity or duration during contract issuance or post-award with consent.
• Payroll Compliance: EPF, insurance, and compensation to cargo handling personnel must be legally protected; contractor to certify compliance.
• Payments: Digital bank transfer to cargo personnel; monthly certification required.
• Background Checks: Police verification for all personnel prior to muster/deployment.
• Additional terms are captured in buyer-added ATC documents (ATC uploaded).