Food Corporation Of India Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services Salem Tamil Nadu 2026 - Sedan SUV Local & Outstation
Bid Publish Date
04-Sep-2026, 8:19 pm
Bid End Date
17-Sep-2026, 9:00 pm
EMD
₹10,000
Value
₹6,00,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Food Corporation Of India invites bids for Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in Salem, Tamil Nadu across multiple vehicle categories (Sedan, SUV, Premium SUV) and travel patterns (Local and Outstation). Estimated contract value is ₹600,000 with an EMD ₹10,000. Scope covers predefined duty slots: 40Kms x 5Hrs, 120Kms x 12Hrs, 250Kms x 8Hrs, and 400Kms x 12Hrs, with both local and outstation requirements. The buyer mandates a service office within the consignee state, plus dedicated support and escalation channels. Procurement is restricted to State MSEs with valid Udyam registrations. Unique terms include 50% quantity/duration flexibility and non-sub-contractability without consent, ensuring control over service delivery. This tender emphasizes compliance, supplier accessibility, and robust service support in Tamil Nadu.
- Organization: Food Corporation Of India
- Location: Salem, Tamil Nadu
- Category: Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services (Sedan, SUV, Premium SUV)
- Estimated Value: ₹600,000
- EMD: ₹10,000
- Key differentiator: On-site service office requirement and MSE reservation with online validation
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- No technical specifications provided in the tender data; scope includes varied vehicle categories (Sedan, SUV, Premium SUV) for local and outstation travel across multiple distance/time bundles
- Required commitments include a dedicated toll-free service line and an escalation matrix for post-award support
- Service provider must pay staff wages locally at buyer location, with supporting statutory documents (PF, ESIC) and bank statements
- EMD amount of ₹10,000 to accompany bid; bidders should meet MSE reservation criteria only if they are the OEM/manufacturer
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹10,000; bid security as per GeM terms
- Delivery/Service Window: Local and outstation cab services as per defined distance-time bundles
- Payment Terms: Salaries paid by provider; reimbursement with statutory documentation; terms not detailed beyond wage payment requirement
- Purchase Preference: MSE reservation for Tamil Nadu-based manufacturers/OEMs; bidders must upload online validation via Udyam portal
- No sub-contracting without prior written consent; contract assignment prohibited without buyer approval
- 50% contract quantity/duration flexibility at contract issuance and potential 50% extension with consent
Key Specifications
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Vehicle categories: Sedan, SUV, Premium SUV
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Travel bundles: Local 40Kms x 5Hrs; Local 120Kms x 12Hrs; Outstation 250Kms x 8Hrs; Outstation 400Kms x 12Hrs
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Estimated contract value: ₹600,000
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EMD: ₹10,000
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Service office: Must be located in the consignee state (Tamil Nadu)
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Dedicated toll-free service number and escalation matrix required
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Wage payments to staff to be made by provider with PF/ESIC documentation
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Purchase preference: MSE from Tamil Nadu with online Udyam validation
Terms & Conditions
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50% quantity/contract duration flexibility at bid and post-award; can be adjusted with consent
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No assignment or sub-contracting without prior written consent from buyer
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Office presence in Tamil Nadu; dedicated service/support channels required
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Service provider pays staff wages locally and later claims reimbursement from buyer with PF/ESIC compliance and bank statements.
Delivery Schedule
Cab services to be performed per defined distance-time bundles; no specific calendar dates provided in data.
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in the provided tender data; assume standard terms to be detailed in the contract.
Bidder Eligibility
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OEM/manufacturer eligibility for MSE reservation; must be Tamil Nadu-based with online Udyam validation
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Experience in providing local and outstation cab/taxi services with fleet adequacy
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Ability to maintain dedicated service office and toll-free support in Tamil Nadu
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
12
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
3
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan; Local; 40Kms x 5Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan; Local; 120Kms x 12Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan; Outstation; 250Kms x 8Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan; Outstation; 400Kms x 12Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - SUV; Local; 40Kms x 5Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - SUV; Local; 120Kms x 12Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - SUV; Outstation; 250Kms x 8Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - SUV; Outstation; 400Kms x 12Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Premium SUV; Local; 40Kms x 5Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Premium SUV; Local; 120Kms x 12Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Premium SUV; Outstation; 250Kms x 8Hrs , Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Premium SUV; Outstation; 400Kms x 12Hrs
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
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
08-09-2026 11:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
The Manager (Depot), Food Corporation of India, Food Storage Depot, Panangadu, Sivadhapuram Post, Salem - 636307
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Salem
Delivery Pincodes
636307
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Krishnamurthy Periyasamy | 636307,Food Corporation of India, Food Storage Depot, Pannakadu,Sivadhapuram (po), Salem, SALEM, TAMIL NADU- 636307 | Salem | Tamil Nadu | 636307 | 1 | - | Duration in Days within contract period for which service is required : 40 |
Authority Records
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9849096.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
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GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Extended Deadline
17-Sep-2026, 3:30 pm
Opening Date
18-Sep-2026, 3:30 pm
Categories
2
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar cab/taxi services
Financial statements (last 2-3 years)
EMD payment proof (₹10,000)
Technical bid documents demonstrating fleet, drivers, and compliance
OEM authorization or proof of service capability for offered vehicle categories
Udyam Registration online validation (for MSE reservation)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for the cab service tender in Salem Tamil Nadu 2026
To bid, submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, and ₹10,000 EMD with your technical bid. Ensure an OEM authorization if applicable, and verify MSE reservation eligibility via the Tamil Nadu Udyam portal. Include a dedicated service office proof and toll-free support details.
What documents are required for the cab hire tender in Tamil Nadu
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, last 3 years financial statements, detailed fleet details, driver compliance records, EMD ₹10,000 proof, experience certificates for similar services, and OEM authorization if you supply OEM vehicles. Include Tamil Nadu service office evidence.
What are the travel bundles for local and outstation cab services in this tender
Bundles include: Local 40Kms x 5Hrs and Local 120Kms x 12Hrs; Outstation 250Kms x 8Hrs and 400Kms x 12Hrs for Sedan, SUV, and Premium SUV categories. Services must align with these distance-time parameters for each trip.
What is the EMD amount and its submission process for this bid
EMD is ₹10,000. Submit through online payment or demand draft as specified by GeM terms, attach receipt with bid submission, and ensure validity through the bid evaluation period. EMD is forfeitable on non-performance per contract terms.
What are the eligibility criteria for Tamil Nadu MSE reservation in this tender
Bidder must be a Tamil Nadu-based Micro or Small Enterprise with valid Udyam Registration and online verification. OEM status is required for MSE reservation; resellers are not eligible in services category.
What are the key service-support requirements for this cab hire contract
Bidders must provide a dedicated toll-free service line and an escalation matrix. An office in Tamil Nadu is required, with post-award service availability and contact channels for timely issue resolution and driver support.