Indian Army Cab & Taxi Hiring Tender Anantnag Jammu & Kashmir 2026 - 24x7 Local 80Kms x 8Hrs with 790 Vehicles

Tender Overview

The Indian Army invites bids for Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in ANANTNAG, JAMMU & KASHMIR with a 24/7 local operation footprint. The contract covers 80Kms x 8Hrs per day across Somgarh & Allied Stns using up to 790 vehicles. Estimated value is ₹2,450,000 with an EMD of ₹120,000. The selection emphasizes timely, reliable transport for military personnel within a defined regional cluster and requires an on-ground service provider presence in the consignee state. A key differentiator is the scale (multi-vehicle, round-the-clock) and geographic coverage around sensitive stations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Cab & taxi hiring, local 24x7, short-term contract with option to scale per consolidated need
• Vehicle deployment: up to 790 vehicles; operation within Anantnag district and adjacent stations, with consistent availability
• Operational tempo: nonstop 24 hours, seven days a week support during contract window; adherence to local security protocols
• Location-specific: service office must be located in the state of the consignee; evidence to be uploaded
• Financials & compliance: EMD ₹120,000; estimated contract value ₹2,450,000; bid must satisfy vendor financial standing and non-liquidity criteria; state-level MSE reservation possible for qualified bidders
• Consortium option: allowed with leader designated; joint liability remains with all members
• Documentation: bid should include all certificates as required in the bid document and ATC; non-submission leads to rejection

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹120,000 (as security deposit) and payment terms to be specified in the bid; non-payment risks rejection
• Experience & turnover: bidders must demonstrate financial stability and service capability; consortium permits shared responsibility
• Delivery & scope changes: quantity/duration adjustments up to 50% at contract issue and pre/post-issue changes allowed; acceptance required
• Sub-contracting: allowed only with prior buyer consent; ultimate liability remains with the original seller
• Office presence: mandatory local service provider office in the consignee state
• MSE reservation: eligible tiny/micro enterprises from the state with valid Udyam registration; OEM manufactured services preferred; online validation required
• Documentation: upload all required certificates and documents as per ATC/Corrigendum; missing docs can lead to rejection