Eastern Railway Monthly Basis SUV Cab & Taxi Hiring Tender India 2026 with 1800 km x 360 hours Availability

Tender Overview

Organization: Eastern Railway (Indian Railways) seeks a monthly basis cab & taxi hiring contract for SUVs with a scope of 1800 km per month and 360 hours of service, local in nature. The estimated value is ₹15,11,388.00. The contract allows a ±25% variation in quantity or duration at issue and post-award, and requires a local service office in the consignee’s state. Unique features include floating kilometre usage with carry-forward for up to six months and monthly payments for active usage. This tender targets service providers capable of consistent driver availability, vehicle fitness, and regulatory compliance. The procurement emphasizes flexible scope and adherence to statutory licenses. A key differentiator is the combination of distance-based usage and time-based work, suitable for ongoing Railway mobility needs.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: SUV-based taxi/cab hiring service on a monthly framework
• Usage model: 1800 km per month and 360 hours allocated per vehicle
• Geography: Local service within the state of consignee; service provider office must be located in that state
• Documentation for past experience: Valid proof may include contract copies with invoices, execution certificates, or third-party release notes
• Permits & licenses: Vehicles must hold fitness cert., PUC, full comprehensive insurance, road permit, commercial registration as per Motor Vehicles Act and applicable laws
• Compliance: Bidders must ensure availability of vehicles meeting statutory requirements and be prepared to justify usage with monthly accounting
• Payment mechanics: Unused kms carry forward up to 6 months; extra kms payable when monthly usage exceeds variant; payment terms align with actual usage and schedule
• ATC constraints: Upload required certificates and documents; non-compliance may lead to rejection

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/ Security: Not explicitly stated; bidders should refer to ATC for security submission requirements
• Office requirement: Service provider must maintain an office within the consignee state; documentary evidence to be submitted
• Variant flexibility: The buyer may adjust contract quantity/duration by up to 25%; adjustments require consent for lumpsum contracts
• Past project evidence: Acceptable proofs include contract copies with invoices or client execution certificates
• Vehicle readiness: Vehicles must have necessary clearances (fitness, PUC, insurance, road permit, registration) to operate for the assignment
• Documentation: Submit GST, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, and applicable OEM authorizations where required
• EDC/Payments: Payment terms aligned to monthly usage with proper invoicing and verification
• Penalties: Not explicitly stated; ensure compliance to avoid rejection under ATC clauses