Education Department Andaman & Nicobar Goods Transport Services Tender 2026 South Andaman - NCERT Textbook Transport 30 Days
Bid Publish Date
06-Aug-2026, 5:41 pm
Bid End Date
17-Aug-2026, 6:00 pm
Value
₹4,87,429
Location
Progress
RATender Overview
The Education Department, Andaman & Nicobar Islands invites bids for Goods Transport Services - Packaging to transport NCERT & Other Language textbooks from the Free Wing, Textbook Bureau in Middle Point to designated GSSS across the Southern Zone. Estimated contract value is ₹487,429 with potential scope adjustments up to 25%. Delivery must occur within 30 days from receipt. The ATC permits an FDR-based performance security option in place of a conventional PBG, endorsed to be pledged in the name of the Assistant Director (Text Book) SVP A/C. The tender specifies safe, secure handling and door delivery to multiple GSSS locations and requires compliant packing, loading, unloading, and verification of counts. This contract targets reliable transporters with capacity to handle educational materials and maintain condition during transit.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Product/Service: Transport, packing, handling, loading/unloading, and door delivery of textbooks.
- Location/Scope: Southern Zone, Andaman & Nicobar; destinations include GSSS Shaheed Dweep, Swaraj Dweep, Hut Bay, Ramakrishnapur, Car Nicobar, Campbell Bay, Nancowrie, Katchal, Chowra, Tetressa, Kamorta (Kapanga), Champin.
- Delivery Window: Within 30 days of receipt from AD Education (Textbook Bureau).
- Standards/Compliance: Ensure textbooks delivered in prescribed quantities, in good condition; avoid moisture, damage, theft; penalties for shortages or damage as per terms.
- Security/Payment: EMD/PBG options via fixed deposit receipt (FDR) or standard PBG; enhanced acceptance of FDR with endorsement.
- ATC Scope: 25% quantity/duration flexibility subject to acceptance; scope expansion allowed for lumpsum contracts with provider consent.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/Performance Security: Accepts FDR as alternative to PBG; FDR endorsed to bidder, released on demand with proper endorsement; hard copy due within 15 days of award.
- Delivery Clause: Textbooks must be picked up and transported to multiple GSSS facilities with door delivery and proper stacking.
- Documentation: Bidder must upload acceptance of ATC terms; comply with Rule-170 GFR, 2017 bid security declaration (Annexure-I).
- Liability & Damages: Shortage or damage resulting from contractor actions triggers liquidated damages as per agreement.
- Eligibility: Transporters must demonstrate capability to handle safe collection and distribution of government textbooks.
Key Specifications
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Textbook transport scope: NCERT & other language textbooks
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Estimated value: ₹487,429
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Delivery timeline: 30 days from receipt
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A/C for security: FDR or PBG; FDR endorsement required
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Destinations: list of 12 GSSS in Southern Zone (Shaheed Dweep, Swaraj Dweep, Hut Bay, Ramakrishnapur, Car Nicobar, Campbell Bay, Nancowrie, Katchal, Chowra, Tetressa, Kamorta, Champin)
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Quality: preserved packing, handling, loading/unloading, door delivery; damage or shortage penalties
Terms & Conditions
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FDR as alternative to PBG with endorsement required
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Delivery within 30 days; door-to-door with proper packing
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25% quantity/duration flex allowed at contract issue or extension
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Acceptance of FDR in lieu of PBG; security deposit to be released on endorsement and submission of original FDR within 15 days of award
Delivery Schedule
Transporter must collect textbooks from Textbook Bureau and deliver to 12 specified GSSS within 30 days; packing, loading, unloading, and door delivery included
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Damages for shortages or damaged textbooks; charges recovered as per procurement terms
Bidder Eligibility
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Demonstrated experience in government textbook or goods transport
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Sufficient fleet capacity to handle bulk educational materials
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Valid GST, PAN, and financial statements demonstrating stability
Reverse Auction Schedule
Start
01-Sep-2026, 6:00 pm
End
02-Sep-2026, 6:00 pm
Duration: 24 hours
Reverse Auction Document
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Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
522
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
180 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
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
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
1
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Goods Transport Services - Packaging
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
8
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
South Andamans
Delivery Pincodes
744101
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meena Padmavati | 744101,OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION TEXT BOOKS BUREAU PORT BLAIR | South Andamans | Andaman And Nicobar Islands | 744101 | 522 | - | - |
Authority Records
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Documents 3
GeM-Bidding-9707061.pdf
Main Document
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
7
Required Documents
GST Registration Certificate
PAN Card
Experience Certificates (related to textbook transport or goods transport)
Financial Statements / Turnover details
EMD/Security Deposit documents (or acceptance of FDR alternative)
Technical Bid Documents (compliance with ATC clauses)
OEM Authorizations or transporter licenses (if applicable)
Bidder Acceptance Certificate for Buyer Added ATC clauses
Bid Security Declaration (Rule-170 GFR, 2017 Annexure-I)
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about ANDAMAN & NICOBAR tender market
How to bid for NCERT transport tender in Andaman?
Bidders must submit GST, PAN, turnover evidence, experience certificates, EMD or FDR-based security, and technical compliance documents. Ensure acceptance of ATC terms and Rule-170 GFR declaration. Deliver textbooks to 12 GSSS within 30 days of receipt from Textbook Bureau.
What documents are required for the Andaman transport tender?
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN, financial statements, experience certificates in transport, EMD/FD R or PBG, technical bid, OEM authorizations if applicable, and bid acceptance of ATC clauses; ensure upload of FDR details if using FDR.
What is the delivery timeline for NCERT textbooks in this tender?
Delivery must occur within 30 days from the date of receipt of textbooks from the Assistant Director of Education (Textbook Bureau); includes packing, handling, loading, unloading, and door delivery to all specified GSSS.
What are the security deposit options for this procurement?
The bidder may provide an FDR as security instead of a traditional PBG; the FDR must be endorsed in the bidder's name and delivered to the buyer with a covering letter, with the hard copy to be submitted within 15 days of award.
Which destinations are covered under the southern zone transport contract?
Destinations include GSSS Shaheed Dweep, GSSS Swaraj Dweep, GSSS Hut Bay, GSSS Ramakrishnapur, GSSS Car Nicobar, GSSS Campbell Bay, GSSS Nancowrie, GSSS Katchal, GSSS Chowra, GSSS Tetressa, GSSS Kamorta, GSSS Champin.
What is the contract quantity flexibility allowed?
The buyer may adjust contract quantity or duration by up to 25%; post-issuance, adjustments remain capped at 25% with acceptance from the service provider.
What standards or compliance are required for this transport tender?
Standards include safe packing and handling; compliance with government guidelines; no explicit ISI/ISO codes provided, but adherence to security and delivery conditions is mandatory and verified by receiving officers.
How is damages or shortages handled in this transport contract?
Liquidated damages are applied for shortages or damaged textbooks; cost of missing items recovered per terms; ensure careful loading, secure transport, and intact door delivery to designated DDOs.