Shipping & Ports Department Andaman & Nicobar Cleaning & Sanitation Tender 2026 – Outcome-Based Cleaning Standards 2026

Tender Overview

The contract is issued by the Shipping & Ports Department, Andaman & Nicobar for Cleaning, Sanitation and Disinfection Services on an outcome-based basis. Estimated value is ₹1,885,104 with an EMD of ₹37,703. The procurement scope covers general cleaning (sweeping, mopping, dusting) for indoor and outdoor areas across office/commercial/institutional/residential settings, within the Andaman & Nicobar region. Bidders must ensure local presence, demonstrated capacity for scalable cleaning outputs, and compliance with state registration requirements. Key differentiators include an option to adjust contract quantity or duration by up to 25% and mandatory verification of outstanding dues clearance. The tender emphasizes operational capability and local service delivery while restricting participation to bidders who can establish a local service office as proof of availability in the consignee state. Unique terms also require compliance with specified EMD exemptions for eligible Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE) meeting NIC 05 digit codes. The opportunity requires meticulous documentation, adherence to ATC clauses, and readiness for a responsive, outcome-based service model.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Indoor and outdoor general cleaning, sanitation, and disinfection on an outcome-based contract.
• Scope elements: Sweeping, mopping, dusting; routine cleaning for offices, residential/congregate spaces; outdoor sanitation.
• Financials: Estimated value ₹1,885,104; EMD ₹37,703; potential scope variation up to 25%.
• Local presence: Service provider office required in the state of consignee; registration documents to prove establishment.
• AI/ATC constraints: Bid must include de-duplication of dues and a “No Dues” undertaking with bid number/date; NIC code-based MSE exemptions may apply.
• Compliance: Labour Department establishment registration or GST registration proof; OEM or service capability not explicitly specified but local presence mandated.
• BOQ: No items listed in BOQ; scope inferred from categories and ATC terms.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹37,703; exemptions may apply for eligible MSEs under NIC 05 digit codes.
• Office requirement: Local service provider office in the consignee state with proper establishment documentation.
• Dues clearance: Bidders must certify “No Dues” to Port Management Board before submission.
• Variation clause: Quantity/duration may be increased up to 25% pre- and post contract with consent.
• Documentation: GST/PAN, establishment registration, experience proofs, financials, and technical compliance as per ATC; bid must include No Dues undertaking clearly referencing bid number/date.
• Penalties: Not specified; ATC clauses imply compliance-driven performance expectations and potential inclusion of penalties for non-delivery.