Tender Overview
The Food Corporation of India (FCI), Department of Food and Public Distribution, is seeking a regular road transport contractor to move food grains per MT from Railhead Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir to PWS Srinagar. The engagement covers the transport of per MT goods under the MTF framework, with an estimated contract value of ₹132,100,000 and an EMD of ₹2,642,000. The purchase scope emphasizes ongoing road transportation capacity rather than a one-off shipment, with a focus on reliable coverage between the specified northern route. A key differentiator is the flexible quantity and duration clause, enabling up to 25% adjustment at contract issue and post-issue. This opportunity is central to FCIs logistics operations in the region and requires adherence to standard government procurement practices for road transport of grains.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product/Service: Regular road transport contractor services for food grains per MT.
- Route/Location: Railhead Anantnag to PWS Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir).
- Economic Scope: Estimated value ₹132,100,000; EMD ₹2,642,000.
- Terms: MTF (Maximum Transport Framework); no BOQ items; no explicit quantity table provided in BOQ.
- Clauses: Option Clause allowing ±25% change in quantity or duration at contract issue or during term.
- Delivery/Performance: Governed by government procurement norms; bid must align with transport of grains within the target corridor.
- Compliance: Standard tender procedures; bidders should be prepared to meet documentary and qualification requirements.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹2,642,000.
- Quantity/Durations: Flexible up to 25% increase/decrease at contract issue; post-issue limit also 25%.
- Experience/Turnover: Not explicitly specified in BOQ; bidders should prepare typical transport concession credentials and financial stability per government practice.
- Delivery: As per MTF; route-specific performance expectations to be clarified during bid stage.
- Payment Terms: Not detailed in provided data; follow FCIs standard govt payment cycles upon delivery and acceptance.
- Documents: GST, PAN, vehicle/operational licenses, fleet details, prior experience certificates, financial statements, and EMD submission.
- Warranty/Penalties: Not specified; applicable LD or penalties to be defined in ATC/contract documents.