Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur Catering Services Tender Andhra Pradesh 2026 - Veg/Non-Veg Meals, 10950000 Est.

Tender Overview

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur seeks duration-based catering services for both Veg and Non-Veg meals including Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks/High Tea, and Dinner, with regular packet options. The project carries an estimated value of ₹10,950,000.00 and an EMD of ₹220,000.00. Deliveries are to be performed at THE PRINCIPAL, JNTUA CEA ANANTHAPURAMU. A key distinction is the flexible quantity/duration clause allowing up to 25% variation at contract issuance and during execution. The bidder must demonstrate financial stability and comply with service-support expectations, including manpower and vehicle ownership commitments. This procurement is administered by the Higher Education Department, Andhra Pradesh as a state government tender, reflecting a campus-wide meal service roll-out with structured packet options for ongoing academic sessions. The tender emphasizes continuity, non-obsolescence (3-year market life), and a robust escalation framework for service support. Unique aspects include service-level commitments for payroll handling, fleet ownership, and a formal escalation matrix. The opportunity is location-specific to Anantapuramu and targets established catering operations within a university campus context.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Duration-based catering service for campus meals (Veg & Non-Veg) including Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks/High Tea, Dinner; Regular Packet options.
• Estimated Value: ₹10,950,000.00; EMD: ₹220,000.00.
• Delivery Location: THE PRINCIPAL, JNTUA CEA ANANTHAPURAMU; on-campus delivery and serving.
• Contract Flexibility: Up to 25% quantity/duration variation at issue and during execution.
• Service Support: Dedicated toll-free number and escalation matrix required; minimum 10% staff on payroll for at least one year; fleet ownership of at least 10% of bid quantity in bidder’s name.
• Payroll & Compliance: Salaries paid by provider first; compliance with PF/ESIC and bank statements.
• Experience/Financials: Bidder must show financial standing; no liquidation or bankruptcy; past experience documentation required.
• Other: Consortium allowed with joint responsibility; obsolescence avoidance with minimum 3 years residual market life for offered products.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹220,000; requirements aligned to bid security.
• Contract Clause: Option to adjust quantity/duration by up to 25%; acceptance of revised terms.
• Delivery Timeline: On-campus service delivery as per contract; installation not applicable here.
• Payment & Payroll: Salaries paid by provider upfront; submission of PF/ESIC docs and bank statements with claims.
• Eligibility: No liquidation or similar proceedings; 3+ years market life for offered products; consortium allowed with shared responsibility.
• Documentation: Upload undertaking on financial stability; service-support and escalation details; proof of manpower and fleet ownership.