Indian Army Manpower Outsourcing Tender Pune Maharashtra 2026 - IS 550/ISO standards, EMD ₹334000

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department of Military Affairs, invites bids for manpower outsourcing services in Pune, Maharashtra (410301) with a EMD of ₹334,000. The scope covers semi-skilled, highly skilled, graduate and healthcare manpower at minimum wage levels, with office presence in Maharashtra and dedicated service support. Key differentiators include EMD/FDR-based security, contract-based payroll requirements, and a mandatory service office within the consignee state. This procurement prioritizes compliance, financial integrity, and robust post-award service provisions. The tender emphasizes service-provider payroll participation, escalation contacts, and past project experience as core eligibility criteria.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit technical itemised BOQ is provided; the tender focuses on service capability rather than hardware.
• EMD submission options include Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDR) pledged to Public Fund Account Command Hospital (SC), Pune, with bank certification. FDR release requires back-end endorsements and timely hard-copy delivery within 15 days post award.
• Post-award security can be submitted as FDR or PBG, with FDR named to Command Hospital (SC), Pune.
• Service-provider must maintain a local Maharashtra office, dedicated toll-free support, and an escalation matrix.
• Minimum 30% of manpower must remain on the service provider’s payroll for at least one year, with verification documents provided by bidder.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD and Security: FDR mechanism accepted; hard-copy delivery within specified windows; payment/endorsement procedures clearly defined.
• Experience: Past project experience acceptable via contract copies, invoices, or execution certificates; no single explicit duration is stated beyond the policy for demonstrating capability.
• Service & Support: Office in the consignee state; dedicated toll-free support line; escalation matrix; payroll retention requirement (≥30%).
• Documentation: Bidder must upload evidence of FDR, service-office proof, payroll details, and past experience documentation; financial standing and non-liquidity assurances are mandated.
• Penalties/Compliance: Non-compliance with payroll and service-support obligations may trigger contractual remedies as per buyer terms.