Andaman & Nicobar Transport Department VLTD Vehicle Tracking Tender 2026 - IS 140:2016 Compliant VLTD Devices

Tender Overview

Andaman & Nicobar Transport Department seeks VLTD vehicle tracking services for its buses under a contract spanning 18 months with potential extension by mutual consent. The procurement requires VLTD devices installed and commissioned in department buses in strict adherence to IS-140:2016 and BIS standards as notified. An ambitious scope includes Emergency/Panic buttons, ongoing monitoring via Web/App, and subscription-based software support. Economic terms include an EMD of ₹72,000 and acceptance of a DD as security, with delivery of a hard copy within five days of bid end/opening. Bidders must be empanelled with the Directorate of Transport, Sri Vijaya Puram, and the office of service support must be located in the consignee’s state. The DoT reserves the right to call for fresh bids or extend the contract period by mutual agreement, and removal of devices post-contract is required. This tender emphasizes compliance, installation accuracy, and post-implementation support as differentiators, with a focus on device functionality, incident response, and lifecycle management.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Contract period: 18 months with mutual extension; project scope includes VLTD devices, installation, and commissioning.
• Standards: IS-140:2016 and BIS guidelines as notified by the BIS Act; devices to be compliant with current amendments.
• Device features: VLTD with Emergency/Panic Buttons; integrated monitoring via Web/App; ongoing software subscription and incidental charges for proper functioning.
• Deployment: Installation strictly in department buses; devices to be removed after contract completion.
• Eligibility: Bidder must be empanelled with the Directorate of Transport, Sri Vijaya Puram; dedicated service support contact required.
• Security: EMD ₹72,000; DD payable to Director, Directorate of Transport; hard copy due within 15 days after award; option for PBG or DD-based security.
• Delivery & support): Office of service provider in the consignee state; dedicated toll-free support line required.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹72,000 via Account Payee DD to SENIOR ACCOUNTS OFFICER, payable at Directorate of Transport, Sri Vijaya Puram; scanned DD copy uploaded; hard copy required within 5 days.
• Contract terms: 18 months with possible extension up to 25% by mutual consent; price/scope adjustments possible with consent.
• Installation & removal: Devices installed during contract; bidder to quote inclusive rates for supply, installation, commissioning, and post-install support; removal at contract end.
• Empanelment: Bidder must be empanelled with Directorate of Transport, Sri Vijaya Puram.
• Support & documentation: Dedicated toll-free service number; upload all certificates; ensure BIS/IS-140:2016 compliance and ARRangements for warranty/AMC are understood.
• Payments & penalties: Payment terms not specified; penalties/LD not detailed; ensure compliance with DoT ATC and bid document.
• Delivery scope: Include Emergency/Panic button functionality and software monitoring; ongoing software subscriptions and incidental charges included.