Indian Navy Manpower Outsourcing Tender Kochi Kerala 2026 - IS/Min Wage Semi-Skilled Service Contract Standards

Tender Overview

Indian Navy seeks a manpower outsourcing service at INS Garuda, Naval Base Kochi, Kerala for semi-skilled, minimum wage personnel. The contract includes potential 25% increase in quantity or duration. Estimated scope includes staffing for naval support at the Kochi location, with service delivery governed by standard supplier terms and enforcement of local presence. Key differentiators include mandatory local service office and an escalation matrix for support. This tender emphasizes compliance with wage norms, timely salary disbursement by the service provider, and adherence to statutory documents.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• EMD: ₹269,854 (as bid security) and performance security via DD payable to The Commanding Officer, INS Garuda, Kochi.
• Delivery/Installation: Service delivery at NAVAL STORE INS GARUDA, KOCHI; installation not explicitly mentioned but deployment at buyer location is required.
• Experience Proof: Accepts multiple document types for past experience (contract copies with invoices and self-certifications, client execution certificates, or third-party release notes).
• Service Scope: Manpower outsourcing; specific skill level: semi-skilled; minimum wage category.
• Office Availability: Service provider must maintain an office within the consignee state (Kerala).
• Escalation: Provide a telephone-based escalation matrix for service support.
• Salary Payments: Provider pays salaries first; submits statutory documents (PF/ES) with payment claims.
• Bids & Security: DD in lieu of PBG allowed; scanned DD copy acceptable post-award; hard copy to be delivered within 15 days.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Performance: ₹269,854 EMD; performance security via DD payable at Kochi; DD copy acceptable after award.
• Quantity/Duration Flexibility: Up to 25% increase in contract quantity or duration; revised scope requires service provider consent for lumpsum engagements.
• Payment Terms: Salaries paid by provider first; subsequent reimbursement from the buyer with statutory attachments (PF, ES).
• Past Experience Proof: Accepts contract copies with invoices and client execution certificates or third-party notes.
• Office Presence: Local office in Kerala required; documentary evidence must be furnished.
• Delivery Address: NAVAL STORE, INS GARUDA, KOCHI.
• Penalties/LD: Not specified in data; typical tender practice applies per GeM terms.