Southern Railway Ernakulam Cab & Taxi Hiring SUV Tender 2026 Kerala - 2000km Outstation 24x7 ₹1.434M EMD ₹28.7k

Tender Overview

Southern Railway, Indian Railways invites bids for Monthly Basis Cab & Taxi Hiring Services in Ernakulam, Kerala for SUVs, covering 2000km/month with outstation service 24x7. Estimated value approximately ₹1,434,424.08; EMD ₹28,700. Delivery/assignment location: Office of the Assistant Divisional Electrical Engineer, Traction Distribution, Ernakulam, Kerala. The contract supports flexible quantity/duration up to 25% per bid terms, with potential extension, subject to purchaser consent. Key submission path involves online bidding with EMD via RTGS/online payment or Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) as alternative. Unique aspects include regional execution in ERNAKULAM and 24/7 outstation coverage.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Service category: Cab & taxi hiring for SUV on a monthly basis
• Distance/usage: 2000km per month with outstation duty
• Service window: 24x7 availability; outstation trips
• EMD options: ₹28,700 via online transfer or FDR in favor of Senior Divisional Finance Manager, Southern Railway, Thiruvananthapuram Division or online RTGS
• Payment security: PBG/FDR accepted; delivery of hard copies within 5 days post bid opening
• Delivery/installation: on-site at the stated Ernakulam address; no BOQ items
• Compliance: bidders must avoid liquidation and provide declaration of financial soundness
• Documentation: upload EMD proof (online or FDR) and required certificates; ensure GST/PAN presence
• Contract terms: quantity/duration adjustments up to 25%; lumpsum scope may adjust value accordingly

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹28,700; options for FDR or online RTGS with bid proof
• Delivery/Execution: performance at Ernakulam Traction Distribution office; 24x7 service
• Payment Terms: standard railway practice; supportive terms per GeM-style ATC (documented in tender)
• Eligibility: bidder must not be in liquidation; provide undertaking of financial standing
• Documents: GST certificate, PAN, experience certificates, financial statements, EMD proof, technical compliance docs, OEM authorizations if applicable
• Penalties: LD or performance issues to be governed by buyer terms; ensure timely delivery and service uptime
• Warranty/Support: not explicitly stated; implied service-level expectation for cab & taxi provider