Food Corporation Of India Warehousing Service Tender Karur Tamil Nadu 15000 MT Storage Godown PWS 2026
Bid Publish Date
19-Sep-2026, 6:48 pm
Bid End Date
10-Oct-2026, 4:00 pm
EMD
₹3,00,000
Value
₹2,66,40,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
Food Corporation Of India invites a lumpsum warehousing service tender for the storage of 15000 MT of food grain at a Karur Revenue District, Tamil Nadu under the Public Warehouse System (PWS). The scope includes a dry/normal warehouse with preservation, insurance, watch & ward, plus associated hardware & software requirements. The estimated value is ₹2,66,40,000, with an EMD of ₹3,00,000. Pre-bid meeting is scheduled on 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at FCI Regional Office, Chennai. This tender requires a flexible scope up to 25% per the added ATCs, with lumpsum pricing and service delivery under PWS terms.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Storage capacity: 15000 MT food grain storage in a dedicated godown under PWS in Karur district, Tamil Nadu.
- Service components: preservation, insurance, watch & ward; integration of hardware & software support as part of the warehousing solution.
- Financials: Estimated value ₹2,66,40,000; EMD ₹3,00,000.
- Contract flexibility: quantity/duration adjustment up to 25%, with buyer consent for scope expansion in lump-sum contracts.
- Bid process details: pre-bid meeting on 24.09.2026; refer to tender corrigenda on the official site and GeM portal.
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- EMD/SD as per tender terms (₹3,00,000).
- Upload of all documents sought in the Bid Document, ATC, and corrigendum is mandatory to avoid rejection.
- Attendance at the pre-bid meeting is optional but recommended; venue: FCI Regional Office, Chennai, at bidder’s cost.
- Compliance with corrigenda published on www.fci.gov.in and GeM portal is required.
- Arbitration/delivery terms and penalties, if specified, follow buyer-added terms including 25% scope change allowances.
Key Specifications
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Storage scope: 15000 MT of food grain in Karur district
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Service elements: preservation, insurance, watch & ward, plus hardware & software
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Estimated contract value: ₹2,66,40,000
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EMD: ₹3,00,000
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Contract flexibility: up to 25% increase in quantity/duration with consent
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Pre-bid meeting: 24.09.2026, 15:00 Hrs, FCI Regional Office, Chennai
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Bid portals: www.fci.gov.in and GeM
Terms & Conditions
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EMD of ₹3,00,000 required for bid submission
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Lumpsum pricing with 25% scope/quantity increase possibility
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Pre-bid meeting on 24.09.2026 at FCI Chennai
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
Not specified in detail; tender terms indicate lumpsum payment under PWS with standard advance/settlement to be clarified in ATC
Delivery Schedule
Delivery/installation timelines not provided; refer to terms in Bid Document and corrigenda for milestones
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
Penalties/LD to be defined in contract terms; ATC may specify LD rates tied to performance and delivery
Bidder Eligibility
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Eligibility to participate requires submission of all mandatory documents listed in Terms
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Proven experience in warehousing services, preferably dry/normal storage
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Financial capacity to handle an approx. ₹2.66 crore contract value
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
90 (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
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
No
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
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
Warehousing Service- Lumpsum quote based - Karur Hiring of Food grain storage godown 15000 MT at Karur Revenue District with Services under PWS; Dry /normal warehouse.; Godown with services (preservation, insurance, watch & ward); Hardware & Software..
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
5%
ePBG Duration (Months)
30
Payment Timelines
Payments shall be made to the Seller within 30 days of issue of service delivery acceptance certificate (SDAC) and on-line submission of bills (This is in supersession of 10 days time as provided in clause 12 of GeM GTC)
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
24-09-2026 15:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
Food Corporation of India, Regional Office, No.8, Mayor Satyamurthy Road, Chetpet, Chennai-600031
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600031
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pasupulety Guruprasad | 600031,FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA, REGIONAL OFFICE, No.8,Mayor Sathyamoorthy Road, Chetput, Chennai | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600031 | Project / Lumpsum Based | - | - |
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Documents 5
GeM-Bidding-9917348.pdf
Main Document
Other Documents
OTHER
Other Documents
OTHER
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
GEM_GENERAL_TERMS_AND_CONDITIONS
Categories
6
Required Documents
GST Registration Certificate
Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card
Experience certificates for similar warehousing services
Financial statements / Turnover documentation
EMD payment proof / Security deposit receipt
Technical bid documents as per tender
OEM authorizations or certifications (if applicable)
Any certificates requested in Bid Document, ATC, and Corrigendum
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
What documents are required for warehousing tender in Karur Tamil Nadu 2026?
Bidders must submit GST registration, PAN, experience certificates for similar storage work, financial statements proving turnover, EMD payment proof of ₹3,00,000, and technical bid documents plus any OEM authorizations or specific certificates called out in the Bid Document, ATC, or corrigenda. Ensure all items are uploaded before the bid closing.
How to participate in the FCI Karur storage tender 2026?
To participate, register on the GeM portal and FCI site, prepare the EMD ₹3,00,000, collect required documents, review the pre-bid meeting notes dated 24.09.2026, and submit the lumpsum price for 15000 MT storage along with hardware/software requirements and any requested certifications per ATC.
What are the technical specifications for Karur warehousing in this tender?
The project requires a 15000 MT dry/normal warehouse with preservation, insurance, watch & ward, and integrated hardware & software capabilities. The estimated value is ₹2,66,40,000; the contract allows up to 25% scope increase with consent. Check the ATC and corrigenda for any detailed standards.
When is the pre-bid meeting for the Karur warehousing tender?
The pre-bid meeting is on 24.09.2026 at 15:00 Hrs at the FCI Regional Office, Chennai. Attendance is optional but recommended; participants bear their own travel expenses. Bring clarifications for any deviations from standard terms.
What is the EMD amount for this warehousing procurement in Tamil Nadu?
The EMD required is ₹3,00,000. Payable as per tender terms via online or demand draft, and refundable according to GeM/FCI norms if the bid is unsuccessful or after contract finalization, subject to compliance with submission requirements.
What are the delivery and penalties terms in this FCI tender?
Delivery milestones are defined in the contract terms and ATC; penalties or liquidated damages will be specified there as per standard FCI practice. The tender permits a 25% increase in scope with consent, which may influence delivery timelines and payment alignments.
How is the tender for Karur storage classified under PWS?
This is a Public Warehouse System (PWS), lumpsum warehousing service for 15000 MT in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The contract includes protection, insurance, security services, and necessary hardware/software support, with an estimated value of ₹2,66,40,000 and an EMD of ₹3,00,000.