Indian Army Bus Hiring Service Tender Almora Uttarakhand 2026 - 36 Seat Non Deluxe Outstation Short Term
Bid Publish Date
08-Aug-2026, 5:58 pm
Bid End Date
28-Aug-2026, 11:00 am
EMD
₹1,17,000
Value
₹23,52,735
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs, invites bids for a short term outstation bus hiring service in Almora, Uttarakhand (pin 244718). The contract targets 36-seat Non Deluxe buses, with an estimated value of ₹2,352,735 and an EMD of ₹117,000. The scope allows the buyer to adjust contract quantity or duration by up to 50%, and the SOW permits up to 125% variation in trips. All trips are to be dispatched in a single delivery at origin. A local service provider office within the consignee state is mandatory. Geographical trip endpoints: 194101 to 175103.
- Organization: Indian Army (Department Of Military Affairs)
- Location: Almora, Uttarakhand
- Category: Bus Hiring Service - Short Term - Outstation; 36 seats; Non Deluxe (NDX)
- Estimated value: ₹2,352,735; EMD: ₹117,000
- Key differentiator: flexible quantity/duration up to 50%, bulk trip provisioning in one go
- Unique aspects: mandatory local office, defined origin/destination ZIPs, no BOQ items specified
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Service type: Outstation bus hire for short duration
- Vehicle capacity: 36-seat buses
- Category: Non Deluxe (NDX); no deluxe features specified
- Trip flexibility: contract scope may be increased by up to 50%; number of trips may vary from 0 to 125% of bid quantity; all trips executed in a single consignment
- Delivery/dispatch: trips executed at the originator station in one go
- Geographical endpoints: origin ZIP 194101; destination ZIP 175103
- Office requirement: bidder must have an office in the state of consignee (Uttarakhand) with documentary evidence
- Financials: EMD ₹117,000; estimated contract value ₹2,352,735
- Documentation: bidders must upload required certificates and fulfill ATC/Corrigendum terms
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹117,000 (details to be provided in bid document)
- Quantity/Duration variation: up to 50% at issuance; post-issue up to 50% more; SOW allows up to 125% trips variation
- Office in consignee state: mandatory documentary evidence of local office in Uttarakhand
- Certificates: bidders must upload all certificates/documents sought in bid document/ATC/Corrigendum
- Financial standing: bidders must avoid liquidation, court receivership; provide undertaking
- Scope of work: all trips to be provided in a single consignment at origin; no BOQ items provided
- Delivery terms: terms specify outstation transport service with defined trip scheduling and performance expectations
Key Specifications
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- Service: Short term outstation bus hiring for Indian Army
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- Vehicle capacity: 36-seat Non Deluxe bus
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- Category: Non Deluxe (NDX); no deluxe features specified
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- Bid value: Estimated ₹2,352,735; EMD ₹117,000
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- Trip variation: Up to 50% increase in quantity/duration; 0 to 125% of bid quantity in trips
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- Delivery: All trips to be provided in one go at originator station
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- Origin ZIP: 194101; Destination ZIP: 175103
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- Office requirement: Local office in Uttarakhand with documentary proof
Terms & Conditions
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EMD amount and payment terms to be as per bid documents
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Bidder must have an office in the consignee state (Uttarakhand)
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Quantity/duration variations allowed up to 50%, trips up to 125%
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Details to be specified in ATC; typical norms may include milestone-based or after service delivery within defined days
Delivery Schedule
Trips to be executed in a single consignment; timelines subject to contract award and SOW
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties, if any, to be defined in bid documents; potential LDs for non-performance or delayed travel services
Bidder Eligibility
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Office located in Uttarakhand (consignee state) with documentary evidence
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No liquidation or bankruptcy status; provide undertaking
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Submission of all required certificates/documents as per ATC/Corrigendum
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
30
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
75 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
10
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Bus Hiring Service - Short Term - Outstation; 36; Non Deluxe (NDX); 200
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
8
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
ALMORA
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | ALMORA | ALMORA | - | - | 30 | - | Number of Days during Contract Period for which service is required : 3 |
Authority Records
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Documents 4
GeM-Bidding-9712191.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for similar outstation bus hire projects (minimum 3 years if stated in ATC)
Audited financial statements for the last 2 fiscal years
EMD payment receipt of ₹117,000 (bidding through online or DD as prescribed)
Technical bid documents and OEM authorizations if required
Proof of office in Uttarakhand (consignee state) with address and contact details
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about UTTARAKHAND tender market
How to bid for the Indian Army bus hire tender in Almora Uttarakhand 2026?
To bid, ensure your firm has Uttarakhand registration and local office proof, submit EMD of ₹117,000, provide GST/PAN, and include experience certificates for similar outstation bus projects. Attach certificates per ATC/Corrigendum and confirm 36-seat Non Deluxe bus availability for short-term outstation work.
What documents are required for the outstation bus hire tender in Almora?
Required documents include: GST certificate, PAN card, two years financial statements, experience certificates for similar work, EMD receipt of ₹117,000, technical bid documents, and proof of Uttarakhand office. OEM authorizations may be required per ATC; ensure all documents match bid terms.
What are the trip variation limits for this Indian Army transport contract?
The ATC allows a 50% increase in contract quantity or duration at contract issue; post-issue, the scope may rise by up to 50%. The SOW also permits 0 to 125% variation in trips relative to the bid quantity, with all trips bundled in a single delivery.
What is the estimated value and EMD for the Almora bus hire tender?
The estimated contract value is ₹2,352,735 and the Earnest Money Deposit is ₹117,000. Bid submission requires proof of EMD payment, valid for the bidding period as specified in the ATC and corrigenda.
Where are the origin and destination locations for the trips?
Origin ZIP is 194101 and destination ZIP is 175103. All trips are to be provided from the originator station in one go, with the bidder ensuring transportation between these points under the contract.
What is the vehicle specification for the transport contract in Almora?
Vehicles required are 36-seat Non Deluxe (NDX) buses. No additional deluxe features are specified; bidders must ensure availability and compliance with non-deluxe bus standards as indicated in the tender.
What are the office requirements for bidders in Uttarakhand?
Bidder must establish and maintain an office within Uttarakhand (consignee state) and provide documentary evidence of the address and contact details to meet the service provider accessibility requirement.