Central Autonomous NHAI Cab & Taxi Hiring Services Maharashtra 2026 - Premium SUV MUV Sedan Outstation ISO Compliant

Tender Overview

Central Autonomous, under the National Highways Authority of India, invites bids for Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in Nanded, Maharashtra (431505). The procurement covers Premium SUV, MUV, and Sedan categories with outstation travel on a monthly basis. Estimated value is ₹7,600,000 and an EMD of ₹150,000 is required. The BOQ indicates category-wise quantities: Premium SUV 4,000 units, MUV 3,500 units, and Sedan 3,000 units (monthly scope). The contract includes a flexible scope clause allowing a 25% variation in quantity or duration. No specific start/end dates are disclosed. Key differentiator: fleet ownership and payroll-related payment arrangement.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No detailed technical specs provided in the tender data.
• Key derived requirements:
  • Monthly basis outstation cab & taxi hiring for three vehicle categories: Premium SUV, MUV, Sedan.
  • Estimated contract value: ₹7,600,000; EMD: ₹150,000.
  • Bidder must own at least 30% of the bid quantity in their own name or in the name of its proprietor/partner; ownership proof to be uploaded for verification.
  • Payment policy requires the service provider to pay salaries/wages to contracted staff first, then claim payment from the buyer with statutory documents.
  • Option clause permits a 25% increase/decrease in contract quantity or duration at the time of contract issuance and post-issuance with consent.
  • Delivery/deployment specifics: outstation service, fleet deployment as per bid results; no explicit delivery deadlines provided.

Terms & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹150,000 documented as bid security.
• Fleet ownership: minimum 30% of bid quantity must be owned by the bidder (in bidder’s or proprietor/partner name).
• Payment terms: salaries paid by the service provider upfront; reimbursement from the buyer with statutory documentation (PF, ESIC, bank statements).
• Quantity variation: up to 25% allowed in scope; constitutes revised contract value with provider consent.
• Documents and compliance: bidders must be prepared to upload ownership documents and provide payroll/statutory compliance details; no start/end dates disclosed.