Salem Steel Plant Manpower Outsourcing Tender Tamil Nadu 2026 – Unskilled Labour, Lump-Sum, ISO 37001:2016
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Key Highlights
- • Explicit EMD amount: ₹15,000; alternative Bid Securing Declaration accepted
- • 3% security deposit of total order value; valid through delivery period + 6 months
- • ISO 37001:2016 ABMS compliance requirement for suppliers
- • Local-content certification mandated for purchases > ₹10 crore; audit-based certificate required
- • Lump-sum contract with taxes included; unit-rate offers not permitted
- • Bid registration with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell is mandatory
- • Scope of Work must be signed/sealed; no price bids in technical offer; financials filed under ‘Financial Document’ on GeM
- • 50% quantity/duration adjustment allowed at contract issuance and during execution
Tender Overview
Salem Steel Plant (Salem, Tamil Nadu) invites bids for Manpower Outsourcing Services – Unskilled (time office and related activities). The contract is lump-sum with all taxes included and requires a single integrated price rather than unit rates. Key financials include an EMD of ₹15,000 and a 3% security deposit of the total order value. Bidders must be registered with the Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell in the appropriate category. A 50% quantity/duration flex clause is allowed during contract issuance and execution, with up to 50% adjustments permitted under the terms. The bidder must comply with ABMS and anti-bribery commitments (ISO 37001:2016). This tender emphasizes compliance, local-content certification for purchases below ₹10 crore, and a self-certification process for local content. This procurement targets unskilled workforce for F&A and time office activities under the scope of SAIL. The absence of a BOQ indicates a consolidated service provision approach and strict bidding rules.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Organization: Salem Steel Plant, a unit of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
- Category: Manpower Outsourcing Services – Unskilled
- Location: SALEM, Tamil Nadu 636001
- Contract type: Lump-sum, inclusive of all taxes; no unit-rate offers
- EMD: ₹15,000 (or Bid Securing Declaration acceptable)
- Security Deposit: 3% of total order value, valid through delivery and 6-month claim period
- ABMS/ISO 37001:2016: Supplier commitment not to engage in bribery; supplier undertakes vaccine adherence to vigilance norms
- Local-content certification: Required for purchases above ₹10 crore; certificate from auditor or cost accountant as applicable
- Registration: Bidders must be registered with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell
- SOW scope: Verified and signed by bidder; no price bid format attached to technical offer; price to be under header “Financial Document” on GeM portal
- Sourcing rule: 50% quantity/duration flexibility permitted at contract issue and subsequent execution
- Payment terms: As per Scope of Work
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹15,000 or Bid Securing Declaration acceptable
- Security deposit: 3% of total order value; validity until PO delivery period plus 6 months
- ABMS compliance: ISO 37001:2016 anti-bribery provisions
- Local-content: Certification required for purchases > ₹10 crore; alternative self-certification for < ₹10 crore
- Registration: Must be registered with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell
- SOW acceptance: Signed and sealed copy of Scope of Work required; no price bid in technical bid; price submitted under Financial Document on GeM
- Flexibility: 50% scale up/down in quantity or duration allowed at issuance and within contract
- Payment terms: Per Scope of Work; no separate unit-rate offers
- Warranty/penalties: Not specified in available data; standard contract penalties likely apply per SAIL norms
Key Specifications
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Manpower Outsourcing Services – Unskilled
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Location: Salem, Tamil Nadu
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Contract type: Lump-sum inclusive of taxes
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EMD: ₹15,000; option for Bid Securing Declaration
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Security Deposit: 3% of total order value
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ABMS: ISO 37001:2016 compliance
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Local-content certification required for > ₹10 crore
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Registration with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell
Terms & Conditions
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EMD ₹15,000 or Bid Securing Declaration
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3% security deposit; validity until PO delivery + 6 months
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Lump-sum price; no unit rates; price via Financial Document on GeM
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50% quantity/duration flex at issue and during contract
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ABMS ISO 37001:2016 compliance required
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Payment to be as per Scope of Work; no separate unit-rate bids; lump-sum pricing with taxes included
Delivery Schedule
Delivery/performances as per purchase order; security deposit valid through delivery period plus six months
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties not specified in available data; expected as per SAIL contract norms; verify in final SOW
Bidder Eligibility
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Registered with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell in appropriate category
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Ability to provide unskilled manpower outsourcing services
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Comply with ABMS ISO 37001:2016 and anti-bribery commitments
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
2184
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
30 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
No
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
No
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Manpower Outsourcing Services - Man-days based - Outsourcing of Activities of F and A, Time Office etc; Unskilled; Refer Scope
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)
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Salem
Delivery Pincodes
636013
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jagadish A | 636013,Salem Steel Plant, A Unit of Steel Authority of India Limited | Salem | Tamil Nadu | 636013 | 2184 | - | EDLI, Bonus, etc) exclusive of GST : 770.55 Estimated number of overtime man- hours during contract period : 0 Per hour charges for Overtime Man- hours exclusive of GST : 0 |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9993466.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
14-Oct-2026, 12:30 pm
Opening Date
15-Oct-2026, 12:30 pm
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Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for manpower outsourcing (unskilled) – relevant projects
Audited financial statements or turnover evidence
EMD document or Bid Securing Declaration
Technical bid documents showing compliance with SOW (no price bid in technical bid)
OEM authorizations or agency agreements (if applicable)
Contract Registration Cell registration certificate from Salem Steel Plant
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for manpower outsourcing tender in Salem Tamil Nadu 2026?
Bidders must be registered with Salem Steel Plant Contract Registration Cell, submit EMD ₹15,000 or a Bid Securing Declaration, provide lump-sum price inclusive of taxes, and attach signed Scope of Work. ABMS ISO 37001:2016 compliance is required and local-content certification rules apply for purchases above ₹10 crore.
What documents are required for the Salem Steel Plant outsourcing bid?
Submit GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates for unskilled labour outsourcing, audited financial statements, EMD or Bid Securing Declaration, technical bid documents showing SOW compliance, OEM authorizations if applicable, and Contract Registration Cell registration proof.
What are the EMD and security deposit requirements for this tender?
EMD is ₹15,000 or an acceptable Bid Securing Declaration. The successful bidder must furnish a security deposit of 3% of the total order value, valid through the delivery period and for six months afterwards.
What standards and certifications are required for this Salem tender?
Anti-bribery commitment under ISO 37001:2016 ABMS is required. Local-content certification is needed for purchases above ₹10 crore, with auditor-cost certificate for applicable bidders.
What is the contract type and price mechanism for this bidding?
The contract is Lump-sum inclusive of all taxes; unit-rate offers are not permitted. Prices must be submitted under the Financial Document header on GeM; the SOW must be signed and sealed.
Are there quantity or duration adjustments allowed in this contract?
Yes. The buyer may increase or decrease contract quantity or duration up to 50% at contract issue and subsequently, with acceptance by the service provider.