Food Corporation Of India Warehousing Service Tender Chennai Tamil Nadu 15000 MT Nilgiris Godown PWS 2026
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 6:49 pm
Bid End Date
10-Oct-2026, 4:00 pm
EMD
₹3,00,000
Value
₹2,66,40,000
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • EMD amount and payment terms: ₹3,00,000 as security deposit; submission required with bid
- • ATC 25% scope variation: Contract quantity/duration may be increased by up to 25%
- • Pre-bid meeting details: 24.09.2026, 15:00 Hrs, FCI Regional Office, Chennai
- • Service scope: Dry/norma warehouse with preservation, insurance, watch & ward, hardware provisioning
- • Location focus: Nilgiris district storage capacity; Chennai-based procurement office
- • Documentation: Certificates and bids must be uploaded per T&Cs; CORRIGENDUMs on official portals
- • No BOQ items: Lump-sum service contract; price covers all warehousing services
Tender Overview
Food Corporation Of India invites bids for a warehousing service in Chennai, Tamil Nadu for a Nilgiris 15000 MT food grain storage godown under the Public Warehousing System (PWS). The contract is lump-sum with services including preservation, insurance, watch & ward, plus hardware provisions. Estimated value is ₹26,64,00,000 with an EMD of ₹3,00,000. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at the FCI Regional Office, Chennai. A 25% variation in quantity/duration is allowed under ATC. No BOQ items are listed. This tender targets warehousing capacity and service delivery in Nilgiris district.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Storage capacity: 15,000 MT (Nilgiris Revenue District)
- Location: Chennai region for tender observation; service scope includes dry/normal warehouse conditions
- Services included: preservation, insurance, watch & ward, plus hardware & related services
- Contract type: lump-sum pricing for the complete warehousing solution under PWS
- Financials: Estimated value ₹26,64,00,000; EMD ₹3,00,000; 25% variation permitted by ATC
- Compliance notes: Pre-bid meeting details; refer to corrigendum and GeM portal; no BOQ items available
- Key dates/steps: Pre-bid meeting on 24.09.2026; mandatory certificate/document uploads
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹3,00,000 to be paid as per tender terms (SD/EMD) and uploaded with bid
- Bid certificates/docs: All required certificates and documents must be uploaded; non-submission leads to rejection
- ATC variation: Buyer may increase scope/contract value up to 25% with consent
- Pre-bid meeting: Held on 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at FCI Chennai regional office
- Submission guidance: Check corrigendum/instructions on www.fci.gov.in and GeM portal
- No BOQ: No itemized bill of quantities; Lump-sum compensation governs the contract
Key Specifications
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Storage service: 15,000 MT capacity
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Location: Nilgiris district for storage with PWS coverage
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Warehouse type: dry/normal warehousing
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Services: preservation, insurance, watch & ward, hardware provisioning
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Contract format: lumpsum pricing; no BOQ
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EMD: ₹3,00,000; value: ₹26,64,00,000
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Variation clause: up to 25% under ATC with consent
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Pre-bid meeting: 24.09.2026; information via FCI and GeM portals
Terms & Conditions
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EMD must be submitted and valid for bid evaluation
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25% scope/quantity variation allowed with consent
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Pre-bid meeting scheduled; mandatory attendance or debrief via portals
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Lump-sum contract; payment terms to be as per tender, with specified EMD and release conditions
Delivery Schedule
Not explicitly detailed; subject to contract award and scope variation up to 25%
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not explicitly stated in provided data; penalties to be defined in final tender terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Evidence of experience in warehousing or PWS-based storage projects
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Financial stability adequate to support lump-sum contract commitments
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All required certificates uploaded as per ATC and Corrigendum
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
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
Yes
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
Yes
Item Category
Warehousing Service- Lumpsum quote based - Nilgiris Hiring of Food grain storage godown 15000 MT at Nilgiris Revenue District with Services under PWS; Dry /normal warehouse.; Godown with services (preservation, insurance, watch & ward); Hardware & So..
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
30
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
24-09-2026 15:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
Food Corporation of India, Regional Office, No.8, Mayor Satyamurthy Road, Chetpet, Chennai-600031
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600031
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasupulety Guruprasad | 600031,FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA, REGIONAL OFFICE, No.8,Mayor Sathyamoorthy Road, Chetput, Chennai | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600031 | Project / Lumpsum Based | - | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9917205.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
5
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent account number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar warehousing projects
Financial statements / turnover details
EMD payment receipt or online R-TGSD proof
Technical bid documents and bid-compliance certificates
OEM authorizations (if applicable) and service capability proofs
Any certificates referenced in ATC / Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for the FCI warehousing tender in Chennai 2026 with Nilgiris capacity?
Submit the EMD ₹3,00,000 along with GST, PAN, turnover and experience certificates. Ensure upload of all required documents per ATC and corrigendum. The contract is lump-sum for 15,000 MT storage under PWS; attend the 24.09.2026 pre-bid meeting at 15:00 Hrs.
What documents are required for the FCI Nilgiris warehousing bid 2026?
Provide GST certificate, PAN card, experience certificates for similar warehousing, financial statements, EMD proof, technical bid, OEM authorizations if applicable, and certificates referenced in ATC. Check corrigendum on www.fci.gov.in and GeM for updated lists.
What are the key technical specifications for the Nilgiris storage tender 2026?
Capacity is 15,000 MT in a dry/normal warehouse; services include preservation, insurance, watch & ward; lump-sum contract; location Chennai regional scope; no BOQ items; EMD ₹3,00,000, estimated value ₹26,64,00,000.
When is the pre-bid meeting for the Chennai warehousing tender 2026?
The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at the FCI Regional Office, Chennai. Attendees must bear their own travel and lodging costs; further instructions are published on the official portals.
What is the variation allowed in contract scope for this FCI tender?
Under ATC, the buyer may increase contract quantity or duration by up to 25% with the service provider's consent, applicable to lumpsum-based warehousing services.
What are the payment terms and EMD details for the Chennai storage contract?
Biders must submit EMD ₹3,00,000 as per tender terms. Payment terms align with tender conditions; final terms will be specified in the contract, with EMD release on compliance and successful award.
Is there a BOQ for the Nilgiris 15000 MT warehousing tender 2026?
No BOQ items are listed in the available data; the contract is lump-sum, covering all warehousing services, including preservation, insurance, watch & ward, and hardware.
Where can bidders find corrigendum and latest tender instructions for this FCI bid?
Corrections and updates are published on www.fci.gov.in and the GeM portal. Bidders must review these before submission to ensure compliance with ATC and any revised documents.