Directorate General Of Shipping Financial Audit Services Tender 2026 India – TDS/GST Filing Audit Scope and Compliance

Tender Overview

The Directorate General Of Shipping invites bids for financial audit services focused on TDS and GST compliance, including preparation and timely filing of TDS returns for salaries and payments to service providers, plus GST-related TDS/returns and reconciliations. Estimated contract value is ₹42,000.00 with a potential 25% adjustment in quantity or duration at contract issue and acceptance. Scope covers issuance of TDS certificates, advisory on TDS/GST compliance, and maintaining strict confidentiality of all financial data. Engagement is for an initial financial year with payment upon satisfactory completion and submission of invoices. This tender emphasizes adherence to statutory timelines and robust documentation, featuring mandatory record-keeping and post-submission support during any statutory inquiry.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Scope of work includes: preparation and timely filing of TDS returns under the Income Tax Act for employee salaries and service provider payments; preparation and filing of GST-related TDS/returns where applicable; reconciliation of TDS with records; issuance of TDS certificates; and advisory on TDS and GST compliance.
• Timelines & confidentiality: filings within statutory timelines; maintain confidentiality of all financial and personal information; provide copies/acknowledgments for records.
• Documentation & records: maintain proper records of all filings; supply copies to the office; assist during audits or verifications by statutory authorities.
• Engagement term & payment: initial engagement for the financial year; consultant payment after satisfactory completion and submission of invoices.
• Liability: consultant bears responsibility for delays or penalties due to negligence or incorrect filings.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Engagement scope includes TDS/GST compliance services for the current financial year, with potential extension as per performance.
• Confidentiality & compliance: strict confidentiality; adherence to Income Tax Act and GST Act; timely responses to statutory authorities.
• Payment terms: professional fees payable after satisfactory service completion and invoicing.
• Document custody: maintain and furnish copies/acknowledgments; cooperate with audits; provide necessary records.
• Attribution & liability: consultant liable for delays or penalties arising from negligence; engagement can be terminated for unsatisfactory performance.