UPPCL Kanauj Manpower Outsourcing Tender 2025 - EMD ₹875193, 10-15% PBG, 25% VARIATION, UP

Tender Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) invites bids for Manpower Outsourcing Services in Kanauj, Uttar Pradesh, covering skilled and unskilled labour under minimum wage norms. The estimated contract value is ₹175,038,689.28 with an EMD of ₹875,193. The engagement area is Electricity Distribution Circle-Kanauj, encompassing all substations within this circle. A key differentiator is the contract flexibility: a 25% variation in contract quantity or duration is permitted before and after contract award, binding bidders to revised terms. The procurement strategy targets reliable field manpower aligned with UP government wage standards, with payments and compliance framed to govern large-scale ESS outsourcing. Unique aspects include specified bank-guarantee and performance-bond requirements, plus online/FD-based EMD options. The tender emphasizes strict eligibility, certificate uploads, and adherence to ATC terms, ensuring only financially sound and compliant bidders participate. This procurement aims to secure a stable, compliant workforce for electricity distribution duties in Kanauj, reinforcing grid reliability and service delivery in the region.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Manpower Outsourcing Services (minimum wage) for Skilled; ITI; Unskilled; Literate for Hindi and English; Others
• Estimated Value: ₹175,038,689.28; EMD: ₹875,193
• Location/Scope: Electricity Distribution Circle-Kanauj, Kanauj, UP; all sub-stations under circle jurisdiction
• Variation Clause: Up to 25% increase/decrease in contract quantity or duration pre/post award; bidder must accept revisions
• EMD/Payment Options: Online RTGS/NEFT to Executive Engineer (Administration) DVVNL, Agra; or a Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) in the name of DVVNL; proof of transfer or FDR to be uploaded
• Security Deposit/PG: Bank Guarantee of 10% per annum contract value valid through contract period + 6 months; if quoted profit is <6%, PBG rises to 15%; bank guarantees from scheduled commercial banks (not cooperative/RRB) within UP
• Area of Operation: EDC-KANNAUJ; coverage for all local substations as per circle jurisdiction
• Certificates/Docs: Bidder must upload all required certificates; failure to provide ATC/corrigendum documents may lead to rejection
• Standards/Compliance: Not specified; bidders should ensure financial solvency and eligibility per ATC
• Delivery/Implementation: Not specified; contract lifecycle subject to UP procurement norms
• Warranty/Support: Not specified; post-award support governed by standard contract terms

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹875,193; payment via RTGS/online or provide EMD as FDR; online transfer proof must accompany bid
• Variation Rights: Buyer may adjust contract quantity/duration by up to 25%; firm acceptance required
• Bank Guarantee: 10% of annual contract value; if profit margin <6%, escalate to 15%; valid for contract period + 6 months
• Financial Standing: Bidder must not be under liquidation, receivership, bankruptcy; provide undertaking
• Documents: Upload all required certificates and documents; ensure compliance with ATC/Corrigendum
• Area-Specific Clause: Engagement for EDC-KANNAUJ; agency must cover all relevant sub-stations within circle
• Delivery/Payment Terms: Standard UP government procurement practices; details to be defined in the final contract
• Penalty/Non-Compliance: Penalties and LD, if specified, to be governed by Agreement terms; not detailed here
• Eligibility: Minimum wage manpower supply to UP Power sector, with Hindi/English literacy as stated