Indian Army Facility Management Service Tender Chennai 2026 - Data Entry Operator, Safaiwala, Chowkidar, MTS, Hospitality with 25% VARIANT & EMD ₹130900
Bid Publish Date
14-Aug-2026, 12:52 pm
Bid End Date
24-Aug-2026, 2:00 pm
EMD
₹1,30,900
Value
₹70,36,816
Location
Progress
Key Highlights
- • Geographic eligibility: Chennai Corporation locality with proof documents required
- • Staff categories: Data Entry Operator, Safaiwala, Chowkidar, MTS, Unskilled hospitality
- • EMD amount: ₹130,900; estimated contract value: ₹7,036,816.05
- • Payment structure: contractor salaries paid upfront; reimbursement with statutory documents
- • Variation rights: up to 25% quantity/duration flexibility before and after award
- • BoQ absence indicates manpower-based scope rather than goods/services with fixed quantities
- • ATCs require location-based compliance and SLA attachments
Tender Overview
The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army, Department Of Military Affairs for a Facility Management Service – Manpower based (Version 2) in the hospitality and support category, including Data Entry Operator, Safaiwala, Chowkidar, Multi Tasking Staff, and related roles. The estimated total contract value is ₹7,036,816.05 with an EMD of ₹130,900. Bids are constrained geographically to vendors located within the Corporation limits of Chennai, supported by local proof such as utility bills. The contract contemplates variable scope up to 25%, and the service model centers on salary payments by the contractor before seeking reimbursement from the buyer, with statutory documentation provided along with payments. The absence of BoQ items suggests a manpower-based framework rather than a fixed product shipment.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Organizational scope: Facility Management Service- Manpower based (Version 2) under Indian Army requirements, hospitality and support staff.
- Roles covered: Data Entry Operator, Safaiwala, Chowkidar, Multi Tasking Staff (MTS), Unskilled hospitality personnel (e.g., safa IWALA).
- Location constraint: Bidder office must be within the Corporation limits of Chennai with verifiable local documents.
- Financials: Estimated value ₹7,036,816.05; EMD ₹130,900 applicable for bid submission.
- Contract flexibility: Government clause permitting up to 25% variation in quantity or duration pre- and post-issuance of contract.
- Payment model: Contractor-funded salaries to deployed staff prior to claiming reimbursement from the Buyer, with statutory PF/ESIC documentation to accompany payments.
- BOQ status: No items listed; indicates manpower deployment rather than material procurement.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD: ₹130,900 to be submitted as per tender terms.
- Geography: Office location must be within Chennai Corporation; non-submission may render bid ineligible.
- Payment terms: Salaries paid by the service provider first; reimbursement with statutory documents follows.
- ATC/ATC-linked documents: Bidders must comply with buyer-added ATCs including location proof and required SLA files.
- Variation clause: 25% either in quantity or duration up to contract issuance; post-issuance also permissible within 25% with consent.
- BoQ: No line items; emphasis on manpower deployment rather than equipment supply.
- Compliance: Documentation and statutory registrations (PF, ESIC) must be maintained for personnel deployed.
Key Specifications
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Manpower-based facility management service covering data entry, housekeeping, security, and hospitality roles
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Estimated contract value around ₹7,036,816.05 with EMD ₹130,900
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Chennai-based bidder requirement with local proof
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Salary payments by contractor prior to buyer reimbursement
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25% scope variation entitlement in quantity or duration
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹130,900 required for bid participation
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Office location must be within Chennai Corporation limits
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Contract variation up to 25% allowed before/after award
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Contractor pays staff salaries first; claims reimbursement from Buyer with PF/ESIC documentation
Delivery Schedule
Not specified; manpower deployment terms implied; ATC may govern timelines
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Not specified in data; ATC files may include LD terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Chennai Corporation locality proof for bidder office
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Experience in facility management manpower contracts
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Compliance with PF/ESIC and statutory payroll documentation
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
19
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
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
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
21
Experience Required
3 Year (s)
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
Facility Management Service- Manpower based (Version 2) - Hospitality; DATA ENTRY OPERATOR; Skilled , Facility Management Service- Manpower based (Version 2) - Hospitality; MULTI TASKING STAFF; Unskilled , Facility Management Service- Manpower based (Version 2) - Hospitality; SAFAIWALA; Unskilled , Facility Management Service- Manpower based (Version 2) - Hospitality; CHOWKIDAR; Unskilled
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
13
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Tiruvallur
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Tiruvallur | Tiruvallur | - | - | 7 | - | Minimum daily wage (INR) exclusive of GST : 1008 Bonus (INR per day) : 67.28 EDLI (INR per day) : 0 EPF Admin Charge (INR per day) : 0 Optional Allowances 1 (INR per day) : 0 Optional Allowances 2 (INR per day) : 0 Optional Allowances 3 (INR per day) : 0 ESI (INR per day) : 0 Number of working days in a month : 26 Provident Fund (INR per day) : 75 Tenure/ Duration of Employment (in months) : 11 |
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Categories
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Corrigendum Updates
1 Update Update
Required Documents
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
Experience certificates for manpower-based facility management services
Audited financial statements for previous 2-3 financial years
EMD submission documentation (₹130,900)
Technical bid documents and compliance certificates
OEM authorizations (if applicable for any brand-specific roles)
Proof of Chennai Corporation locality (utility bill, etc.)
PF and ESIC registration certificates for deployed staff
Company registration and board resolutions authorizing bid
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for the Indian Army facility management manpower tender in Chennai 2026?
Bidders must meet Chennai locality eligibility, submit EMD ₹130,900, provide GST, PAN, experience certificates, and PF/ESIC docs. The contract value is approx ₹7,036,816.05; provide manpower deployment plan for roles like Data Entry Operator and Safaiwala, ensuring salary payments precede claims.
What documents are required for Chennai facility management manpower bid 2026?
Required documents include GST registration, PAN, experience certificates, audited financials, EMD ₹130,900, technical bid, PF/ESIC registrations, local proof of Chennai address, and OEM authorizations if applicable. Submissions must confirm compliance with ATCs and SLA attachments.
What are the key technical requirements for manpower roles in this tender Chennai?
Key requirements focus on manpower deployment rather than material goods. Roles include Data Entry Operator, Safaiwala, Chowkidar, and MTS. Not specified are equipment specs; emphasis is on payroll compliance, statutory documentation, and local residency proof within Chennai.
When is the bid deadline and how is variation in scope handled Chennai tender?
The tender allows a 25% variation in contract quantity or duration before award; after award, variation remains limited to 25% with the provider’s consent. Precise submission deadlines are not provided here; bidders must monitor tender portal updates for due date and ATC attachments.
What are the payment terms for staff deployed under this Indian Army contract?
The contractor must pay salaries to deployed staff first, including PF/ESIC compliance, then submit reimbursement claims to the Buyer along with all statutory documents and bank statements of payments made to staff.
What is the EMD amount and contract value for this Chennai manpower tender?
The EMD required is ₹130,900, and the estimated contract value is ₹7,036,816.05. Bidders should prepare to align payroll processes and local Chennai eligibility proof in addition to these financials.
What happens if the bidder office is not within Chennai Corporation limits?
Bids from non-Chennai-based offices may be treated as non-bonafide and not opened, as per buyer-added ATC requirements. Ensure submission includes verifiable local bills (utility, tax receipts) to establish eligibility.