Food Corporation Of India Goods Transport Services Tender Chandigarh 2026 – 16 FT Open Body Taurus Truck Garhshankar to Kullu Route

Tender Overview

The procurement agency is the Food Corporation Of India (FCI) under the Department Of Food And Public Distribution, seeking Goods Transport Services per MT for a specific route: Garhshankar, Punjab to Kullu, Himachal Pradesh on 23022026 with an Open Body Taurus, 16 FT truck. The project is located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh - 160001, reflecting a statewide supply chain transport requirement. The estimated contract value is ₹19,600,000 with an EMD of ₹392,000. The buyer specifies quantity/duration adjustments up to 25%, emphasizing readiness to adapt to revised contract scope. The absence of BOQ items indicates a transport service contract rather than a fixed equipment listing. The opportunity targets transport providers with compliant fleet capabilities and timely performance for government grain logistics. Unique factors include the explicit RTGS/online EMD payment route to FCI RO Punjab and the need to align with the contract variation clause during issuance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service type: Goods Transport Services per MT for food grains on the Garhshankar to Kullu route
• Vehicle type: Open Body Taurus, 16 FT Truck capacity
• Route/delivery: Garhshankar (Punjab) to Kullu (HP), 23022026 schedule
• Payment/EMD: ₹392,000 EMD via online transfer to FCI RO Punjab; payment method: RTGS / internet banking; include proof of transfer with bid
• Standards: Not specified; fleet must meet minimum government transport standards for inter-state grain movement
• Value signals: Estimated contract value ₹19.6 million; quantities adaptable up to 25%

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD details: ₹392,000; payment through online RTGS/IMPS to the specified SBI account
• Quantity/Duration variation: up to 25% increase/decrease at contract issuance or during execution
• Documentation: Bidder must upload proof of online EMD payment and bid details; ensure bidder identity and bid number are included in transaction
• Fleet requirements: Open Body Taurus with 16 FT capacity; verify vehicle compliance for government grain transport
• Location scope: Chandigarh-based procurement with route-specific execution; ensure capacity aligns with route and timing
• Financial credibility: Estimated contract value indicates robust cash flow and compliance readiness for government contracts