Karnataka Postal Circle Department Of Posts Security Guard Services Tender 2025 Bengaluru Karnataka IS 550 Compliant

Tender Overview

The Karnataka Postal Circle, Department Of Posts, invites security manpower services for unarmed security guards at office/commercial/institutional/residential sites in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Estimated contract value is ₹2,753,030.16. The procurement emphasizes on-site service delivery, payroll compliance, and supplier capability to issue services through an in-state office. A key differentiator is the 25% flexibility window for contract quantity or duration at contract award, with mandatory acceptance of revised terms. No BOQ items are published, but the scope clearly targets security guard deployment and ongoing support obligations. Bidders should align with statutory payroll responsibilities and ready-to-deploy security staffing plans. Unique ATC notes require DD-based EMD submission and hardcopy delivery within five days of bid end date, reinforcing financial readiness and traceability.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Category: Security Manpower Service (Unarmed Security Guard)
• Estimated contract value: ₹2,753,030.16
• EMD submission: Acceptable via Account Payee DD payable to “The Chief Postmaster” and payable at Bengaluru GPO; scanned proof to be uploaded; hardcopy delivered within 5 days
• Service delivery requirements: Office ofService Provider must be located in Karnataka; Escalation Matrix and dedicated toll-free support required
• Staffing rules: At least 10% of required manpower must be on the service provider’s payroll for at least one year
• Payroll duties: Salaries and statutory documents (PF, ESIC) to be paid by the service provider prior to claiming reimbursement
• Documentation: Upload relevant certificates/docs per bid document and ATC; non-submission risks rejection
• No BOQ items; scope focuses on security guard deployment and ongoing support

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity/duration flexibility: Up to 25% increase/decrease at contract issue and post-award
• Sub-contracting: Prohibited without prior written consent; liability remains with the principal vendor
• Financial health: Bidder must disclose non-liquidation status and absence of bankruptcy
• Service availability: Office in-state required; escalation matrix and toll-free support mandatory
• Payroll compliance: Salaries/wages paid by SP upfront; provision of PF, ESIC, and bank statements required
• Documentation: Ensure submission of GST, PAN, experience certificates, financials, EMD proof, OEM authorizations where applicable