Bid Publish Date
04-Aug-2026, 11:33 am
Bid End Date
24-Aug-2026, 12:00 pm
Value
₹50,000
Location
Progress
The Food Corporation Of India (FCI) invites bids for a Jumbo Process Indicator in Salem, Tamil Nadu 636001. Estimated contract value is ₹50,000. The procurement focuses on a single-category material specification set under the Department of Food and Public Distribution, with ISO quality certification as a mandatory compliance requirement. No BOQ items are listed, signaling a potentially small-quantity equipment purchase or pilot order. The tender allows bid quantity variation up to 25% during contract execution, with delivery timelines linked to the original order dates and extended periods calculated on a proportional basis. The opportunity targets suppliers capable of ISO-certified production/quality control to meet the buyer’s standards. The tender emphasizes flexibility in quantity while maintaining contracted rates and delivery discipline, making price competitiveness and timely delivery critical differentiators. This procurement sits within the government’s food distribution ecosystem and may involve stringent documentation and post-award compliance.
Delivery may increase up to 25% during contract at contracted rates
ISO quality certification mandatory for supplier
EMD amount not specified in data; follow standard procedure
Not specified in data; bidders should align with standard FCI payment practices and contract terms
Delivery starts from last date of original delivery order; extended time proportional to additional quantity with minimum 30 days
Not detailed in data; follow applicable FCI LD provisions in terms and ATC
ISO quality certification holder
Supplier must meet standard government procurement eligibility for Tamil Nadu
Ability to supply small-valued, single-item quantity with potential 25% expansion
Quantity
5
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Inspection Required
No
RA Qualification Rule
H1-Highest Priced Bid Elimination
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
EMD Required
No
MII Purchase Preference
No
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Past Performance
10 %
Experience Required
1 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Tender Category
Goods
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
Yes
Item Category
Jumbo Process Indicator (Q3)
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 30 days of issue of consignee receipt-cum-acceptance certificate (CRAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Max Delivery Days
10
Delivery Locations
3
Delivery Cities
Coimbatore, Salem
Delivery Pincodes
636307, 641004, 641012
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P S Jithin | 641012,Food Corporation of India, Food Storage Depot , Main Depot , Dr Rajendraprasad Road,Tatabad, coimbatore, COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU-641012 | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu | 641012 | 2 | 10 | - |
| Steve Peter | 641004,Food Corporation of India, Food Storage Depot , FCI Road , Peelamedu, COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU- 641004 | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu | 641004 | 2 | 10 | - |
| Krishnamurthy Periyasamy | 636307,Food Corporation of India, Food Storage Depot, Pannakadu,Sivadhapuram (po), Salem, SALEM, TAMIL NADU- 636307 | Salem | Tamil Nadu | 636307 | 1 | 10 | - |
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Main Document
CATALOG Specification
OTHER
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Extended Deadline
17-Aug-2026, 6:30 am
Opening Date
17-Aug-2026, 7:00 am
GST registration certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
ISO quality certification documents
Experience certificates (if any) relevant to process indicators
Technical compliance documents for jumbo process indicators
EMD/Security deposit documentation (as per norms, if applicable)
Ongoing and past performance declarations
Authorized OEM/Manufacturer authorization (if not the principal bidder)
| Category | Specification | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Material Specifications | Features | Bright display, Accurate and clear number shown, Precise dimesnions, Long battery life |
| Material Specifications | Material | Stainless steel, Mild steel, Aluminium, Plastic |
| Material Specifications | Applications | Industrial |
| Specifications | Frequency | 50.0 |
| Specifications | Voltage | 230.0 |
| Test Report/Certification | Manufacturer should have ISO certification for quality standards | Yes |
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
Bidders must submit standard entity documents (GST, PAN) and ISO quality certification. Prepare product specification alignment with jumbo process indicators and provide OEM authorization if not manufacturer. Ensure compliance with 25% quantity option and delivery terms; attach ATC file if provided.
Required documents include GST certificate, PAN card, ISO quality certification, experience certificates, financial statements, technical compliance documents, EMD (if applicable), OEM authorization, and any ATC-specific forms uploaded by the buyer.
The tender specifies a jumbo process indicator under the Q3 category with material specification and applications. Precise voltage and frequency are not listed; ISO certification is mandatory. Ensure product meets the documented material specifications and is compatible with standard process-indicator installations.
Delivery begins after the original delivery order date. If quantity is increased, additional time is calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, with a minimum of 30 days; extensions may apply up to the original delivery period per ATC terms.
Specific EMD amount is not provided in the data. Follow standard FCI EMD submission practices as per the terms and ATC file; prepare a refundable or adjustable EMD as required by the purchase conditions and payment terms.
The tender mandates an ISO quality certification for the supplier. While exact ISO code is not specified, bidders should provide current ISO quality management certification (e.g., ISO 9001) and related documentation to prove conformity with quality standards.