Northern Coalfields Limited Cab Hiring Tender Kakri Project UP 2026 IS 550 Off-Road Van AC 3-Year Rule

Tender Overview

Organization: Northern Coalfields Limited (Coal India Limited affiliate) seeks to hire a white, diesel-covered utility van (AC) or equivalent for Kakri Project in Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh. The contract spans 180 days during the 2026-27 monsoon, with 24/7 availability and minimum 2 skilled drivers (each with ≥5 years’ experience). The scope emphasizes uninterrupted transport of personnel and materials in challenging terrain, with immediate vehicle replacement during downtime. Estimated value listed as ₹488,511.50. Vehicle age must be less than three years from first registration at bid opening and the fleet should support off-road operations with adequate cargo space and safety provisions. This tender requires adherence to ATC and NIT terms, with 24/7 service, downtime replacement, and 24-hour operational continuity as a differentiator.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service_type: Hiring of 01 white diesel-covered utility van (AC) or equivalent for Kakri project
• Operation: 24/7 availability for 180 days during monsoon season 2026-27
• Staffing: Minimum 02 drivers; each driver with at least 5 years of experience
• Vehicle criteria: Off-road capability, sufficient cargo space, safety features, 24/7 replacement during downtime
• Documentation/Compliance: Vehicle RC, Fitness certificate, UP taxi permit, comprehensive insurance, Pollution certificate; 3-year age limit from first registration at bid opening
• Penalty/terms: Scope of work includes project-specific penalties and ATC/NIT compliance
• Payable terms: As per scope and NIT; payment terms aligned with contract conditions

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Scope of Work: 24/7 vehicle availability with immediate replacement during downtime; two drivers with minimum 5 years’ experience
• Documentation: RC, Fitness certificate, UP taxi permit, first-party comprehensive insurance, Pollution certificate
• Penalties: Tender-specific penalties as per ATC/NIT clauses
• Age and compliance: Vehicle age under 3 years from first registration at bid opening; IS/SS standards not specified but compliance with statutory certificates is required
• Contractual obligations: ATC and NIT govern terms; area finance manager Kakri Project as paying authority
• Delivery/availability: 24-hour availability with replacement arrangements for downtime to ensure uninterrupted operation