Food Corporation Of India Warehousing Service Tender Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026 for 10000 MT Madurai Godown IS 550 Compliance
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 6:51 pm
Bid End Date
10-Oct-2026, 4:00 pm
EMD
₹2,00,000
Value
₹1,77,60,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Food Corporation Of India (FCI) invites bids for a lumpsum warehousing service contract to hire a dry storage godown with capacity of 10000 MT at Madurai, Revenue District, Tamil Nadu. The contract covers preservation, insurance, watch & ward, and related hardware/soft services under a PWS framework. Estimated value is ₹17,760,000 with an EMD of ₹200,000. Pre-bid clarification is scheduled for 24.09.2026 at 15:00 hrs, at FCI Regional Office, Chennai. The procurement targets a turnkey storage solution streamlining stockholding for food grains under FCI’s Madurai operations, with a lumpsum pricing model and scope adjustments up to 25% as per ATC. Bidders should prepare to demonstrate capability for high-security warehousing, insurance coverage, and compliant record-keeping.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
Although no explicit technical specs are published in the tender, the contract inherently requires:
- Storage capacity: 10000 MT dry storage in a godown located in Madurai region; suitable handling and stacking capacity
- Service scope: preservation, insurance, watch & ward; installation/maintenance of required hardware & software systems
- Delivery/installation: completion aligned with contract award; adherence to GMP/food-grade handling where applicable
- Compliance & qualifications: bidders must meet all tender terms, ATC, and corrigenda; pre-bid meeting attendance optional but recommended
- EMD & value: ₹200,000 EMD; estimated contract value around ₹17.76 million; flexible quantity/duration under 25% clause
- Pre-bid meeting: 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs, Chennai site
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹200,000 to be paid as per tender terms
- Bidder documents: ensure uploading all certificates and documents requested in the Bid Document/ATC/Corrigendum
- Pre-bid meeting: attendance at 24.09.2026 at FCI Regional Office, Chennai (at bidder’s cost)
- ATC flexibility: contract quantity/duration may adjust up to 25%; lumpsum scope can expand accordingly with consent
- Corrigendum: monitor www.fci.gov.in and GeM for updates and corrigenda
Key Specifications
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Storage capacity: 10000 MT dry storage at Madurai
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Service components: preservation, insurance, watch & ward
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Delivery timeline: alignment with contract award and scope adjustments up to 25% with consent
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EMD: ₹200,000; Estimated value: ₹17,760,000
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Pre-bid meeting: 24.09.2026, 15:00 Hrs, FCI Chennai
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No explicit product standards published; bidders to follow ATC/Corrigendum
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount and payment as per tender terms
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25% variation allowed in scope/quantity with consent
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Pre-bid meeting and corrigenda from official portals
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD ₹200,000; lumpsum service payment; terms to be clarified in tender documentation
Delivery Schedule
Delivery/completion aligned with contract award; scope adjustments up to 25% with consent
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties, if any, to be specified in the contract and ATC/Corrigendum
Bidder Eligibility
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Experience in government warehousing or large-scale storage contracts
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Demonstrated financial capability (supporting statements and turnover as per tender)
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Compliance with EMD, GST, and PAN requirements; ability to provide insurance and security services
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 - Madurai Hiring of Food grain storage godown 10000 MT at Madurai Revenue District with Services under PWS; Dry /normal warehouse.; Godown with services (preservation, insurance, watch & ward); Hardware & Soft..
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-9916907.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
PAN card
Experience certificates for warehousing/ storage contracts
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD deposit proof (₹200,000)
Technical bid documents and compliance certificates
OEM authorization (if applicable)
Certificates as per Bid Document and ATC/Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for the warehousing service tender in Chennai Tamil Nadu 2026
Bidders should prepare EMD of ₹200,000, GST/PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements. Attend the pre-bid meeting on 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs in Chennai. Ensure all ATC/corrigenda are reviewed on www.fci.gov.in and GeM, and upload required technical and financial bid documents.
What are the eligibility criteria for FCI Madurai warehousing bid 2026
Eligibility includes prior storage/warehousing contracts, adequate financial strength, and compliance with EMD payment. Bidders must upload GST, PAN, experience certificates, and required OEM authorizations, plus any specific certificates called out in the Bid Document and ATC.
What documents are required for the Chennai warehousing tender submission
Required documents include GST registration, PAN card, last 2-3 years financial statements, experience certificates for warehousing, EMD proof of ₹200,000, technical bid documents, and any OEM authorizations or compliance certificates specified in ATC/Corrigendum.
What are the technical specifications for the Madurai storage tender 2026
Tender specifies a 10000 MT dry storage godown with preservation, insurance, and watch & ward. No explicit IS/standards listed; bidders must comply with ATC/Corrigendum and provide detailed storage capacity, handling equipment, and security provisions per contract.
When is the pre-bid meeting for the Chennai warehousing contract
The pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at FCI Regional Office, Chennai. Attendees must bear their own travel and lodging costs, and bring any initial questions or clarifications for discussion with FCI officials.
What are the payment terms for the FCI warehousing contract
Payment terms are detailed in the tender; bidders should expect a lumpsum payment structure with possible scope adjustments up to 25% as per ATC. Ensure compliance with EMD, delivery milestones, and any annexed payment schedule in the final contract.
How to monitor tender corrigenda for this Chennai warehousing bid
Bidders should regularly check www.fci.gov.in and GeM portal for corrigenda and addenda. Ensure updated bids align with any revised scope, EMD changes, or new technical requirements as issued by FCI before submission.
What is the scope of service included in the Madurai godown tender
Scope includes 10000 MT dry storage, preservation, insurance, watch & ward, and related hardware/software services. The contract may expand up to 25% in value/quantity with consent; bids should demonstrate capability to manage security, insurance, and stock integrity.