Indian Coast Guard Fresh Provisions Tender Dakshina Kannada Karnataka 2026 IS 550 compliant

Tender Overview

The Indian Coast Guard, under the Department of Defence, invites bids for a one-year rate contract for fresh provisions to CGDHQ-3 and units, headquartered in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. The scope covers a wide range of perishable food items including fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and seafood, with a potential 25% quantity variation during contract execution. The bid requires an EMD of ₹1,24,200 and adherence to standard Indian procurement and arbitration practices. The purchase’s objective is to ensure continuous supply of fresh provisions to Coast Guard units, with contract delivery aligned to the last date of the original delivery order and adjusted for any option quantity. The ATC clauses mandate acceptance of standard contract terms, governing law, and dispute resolution through arbitration as per Appendix H of DPM. This tender emphasizes compliance, delivery reliability, and price stability across multiple categories of perishables.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Organizing body: Indian Coast Guard
• Location: Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka – 574109
• Product category: Fresh provisions including fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, poultry, and fish
• EMD: ₹1,24,200
• Contract duration: One year with annual renewal options; quantity adjustments up to 25% during and after award
• Delivery terms: Delivery from contract effective date; additional time calculations based on increased quantity with a minimum of 30 days; extension up to original delivery period allowed
• ATC/Clauses: Arbitration per Appendix H of DPM; adherence to standard Indian contract law; anti-corruption provisions
• BOQ: 47 items listed but specifics not disclosed in data; requires supplier capability for diverse fresh produce and perishables
• Standards: IS 550 or other procurement standards referenced through ATC; suppliers must confirm standard compliance and quality assurances
• Documentation: Commitment to standard terms; bid submission must include required eligibility and compliance declarations
• Key differentiator: One-year rate contract with quantity variation rights and strict ATC compliance; focus on reliable supply and quality assurance across multiple perishable categories

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹1,24,200 to be submitted with bid
• Contract governance: Laws of the Republic of India; disputes settled by arbitration per Appendix H of DPM
• Delivery timeline: Based on original delivery order; additional time for increased quantities calculated as (Increased quantity ÷ Original quantity) × Original delivery period, minimum 30 days
• Acceptance: Bidder’s acceptance of standard conditions is mandatory; non-acceptance may lead to bid rejection
• Anti-corruption: Provisions to prevent undue influence; adherence to prescribed ethics
• ATC: All bidders must confirm acceptance of ATC terms for concluding a rate contract for fresh provisions
• Note: Specific product quantities, delivery schedules, and quality standards are not disclosed in the provided data; bidders should prepare to demonstrate capability to supply a wide range of perishables with consistent quality and timely replenishment