Indian Army Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in Jalandhar Punjab 2026 - 50% Scope Flexibility & EMD ₹54577

Tender Overview

The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, seeks Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in Jalandhar, Punjab for multiple travel profiles including Local and Outstation sedan and premium SUV categories with varied kms and hours. Estimated value is ₹1,819,266 and the bid requires an EMD of ₹54,577. The scope emphasizes on-site service support, an office in the consignee state, and a robust escalation matrix. A key differentiator is the 50% contract quantity/duration flex clause before award and post-award adjustments with consent. This tender targets service providers capable of meeting military-grade response in a high-security context.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services (Sedan; Local and Outstation) and Premium SUV (Local and Outstation).
• Coverage: Local PoC within Jalandhar and surrounding region; Outstation routes up to 500+ kms with 14–12 hour blocks as specified in profiles.
• Financials: Estimated value ₹1,819,266; EMD ₹54,577.
• Compliance: Requires integrity pact; bidder’s office must operate within the state of the consignee; dedicated toll-free service line; explicit escalation matrix.
• Operational terms: No subcontracting without prior written consent; bidder remains liable jointly with any sub-contractor; 50% scope increase/decrease permitted pre- and post-contract under conditions.
• Additional: Seller must be original service provider for the stated fleet and not engage intermediaries; deviation penalties and performance obligations implied by standard MoD frameworks.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹54,577; acceptance of online/DD submission per tender rules.
• Scope flexibility: Buyer may adjust quantity/duration by up to 50% before award and after contract issue.
• Governance: Compliance with an Integrity Pact; bidder must upload signed copy.
• Local presence: An office of the service provider must be located in the state of consignee (Punjab).
• Support: Must provide a dedicated toll-free service number and a formal escalation matrix.
• Sub-contracting: Not allowed without prior written consent; ultimate liability retained by the seller.
• Documentation: Include relevant GST, PAN, experience certificates, and financial statements as part of bid submission.
• Warranty/Penalties: Standard MoD terms apply; explicit LD/penalty details not disclosed in data but expected per policy.