Director Of Social Defence Bhavnagar Cab Hiring Tender 2026 Gujarat - 2500 km x 320 hours Sedan, 24x7 IS 550 compliant? 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Director Of Social Defence, under the Social Justice And Empowerment Department Gujarat, for Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan in Bhavnagar, Gujarat 364001. The scope specifies a monthly framework of 2500 km x 320 hours with local 24x7 availability. While the start/end dates are not disclosed, the contract targets a sedan-class transport service with a clear EMSD and performance framework. The tender distinguishes quantity flexibility through a 25% option clause and indicates a focus on service capability within government procurement norms. This procurement is distinguished by the established at-source payment and security deposit mechanisms and by the requirement for compliance with at least standard contractual risk controls.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - Sedan
• Coverage: Bhavnagar, Gujarat; Local 24x7 availability
• Main metrics: 2500 km monthly usage, 320 hours of service per month
• EMD/PBG: 3% EMD required; L1 pays 5% ePBG; payment methods include Demand Draft in favour of State Bank Of India or FDR in the name of District Social Defence Officer Bhavnagar
• Documentation: DD or FDR proofs must be uploaded with bid; hard copies due within 5 days of bid end/opening
• ATC conditions: Turnover requirement is double the bid amount; CSPO/NSIC exemption available for EMD
• Contract flexibility: Optional increase up to 25% in quantity or duration; lump-sum scope may adjust value by 25% with consent
• Supplier readiness: Government tender compliance and registration prerequisites apply

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: 3% of bid value; payable via DD to SBI or via FDR as specified; must accompany bid with scanned proof and deliver hard copy within 5 days of bid end/opening
• Turnover: Annual turnover must be at least twice the bid amount; CSPO/NSIC exemption considered
• Performance security: 5% ePBG payable by L1 bidder
• Delivery/Service terms: Local 24x7 cab service with sedan fleet; 2500 km monthly cap; 320 hours monthly, with potential 25% scope change
• Formatting documents: Ensure submission of GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, OEM authorizations as applicable to terms