Mahanadi Coalfields Limited Bus Hiring Service Tender Odisha 2026 - 4000km/mo, 24x7 Local, EMD ₹103900

Tender Overview

Mahanadi Coalfields Limited invites bids for a bus hiring service on a regular, local 24x7 basis with an estimated value of ₹83,11,021.06 and an EMD of ₹1,03,900. The contract contemplates up to 4000 km per month across non-deluxe NDx categories, with flexible scope up to 25% during issue or post-issuance stages. The award may incorporate MSE purchase preference under the applicable policy, emphasizing manufacture/service provision by the bidder. The tender includes requirements for dedicated service support and strict compliance with bid documentation. Location is Odisha ( Hingula area, Talcher). Potential bidders should note the offering is for local deployment with 24x7 availability, and who can sustain payroll and statutory compliance while delivering reliable transport services.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Bus hiring service for local 24x7 operations on a regular basis
• Monthly distance quota: ** up to 4000 km** per month
• Estimated value: ₹83,11,021.06; EMD: ₹1,03,900 (DD terms to Hingula Area MCL, Talcher)
• Location: Hingula area, Talcher, Odisha
• Contract flexibility: Quantity/duration may vary by up to 25%; lump-sum scope may adjust similarly with consent
• Policy & compliance: MSE purchase priority; dedicated/service-support toll-free line required; salary payments to staff by bidder with statutory documents
• BOQ/Specifications: No BOQ items listed; focus on service delivery and compliance
• Brand/standards: No specific IS/IEC standards stated; emphasis on service delivery reliability and statutory compliance

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD requirement: ₹1,03,900; payment facilitation through DD or online as stated
• Purchase preference: MSEs eligible for price matching up to L1+15% per policy; bidder must be the manufacturer/service provider
• Service & Support: Dedicated toll-free telephone support required
• Payroll/Compliance: Service provider must pay salaries to contracted staff first with PF/ESIC documentation
• Sub-contracting/Assignment: No assignment/sub-contracting without prior written consent; joint liability remains with bidder
• Documentation: Full certificates, experience proofs, GST, PAN, financials, and OEM authorizations as applicable
• Payment terms: Reimbursement to bidder with statutory documents; not explicitly detailed beyond payroll/claims
• Penalties/Warranty: Not explicitly described; standard tender penalties may apply per contract terms