Indian Coast Guard Pontoon for Safe Berthing of IBs Tender Okha Gujarat 2025 – Annual Rate Contract, ISM/IMO Compliant

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Indian Coast Guard for an ANNUAL RATE CONTRACT OF PONTOON FOR SAFE BERTHING OF IBs at Okha, Jamnagar district, Gujarat. The project encompasses ongoing pontoon supply/lease for safe berthing operations under the Coast Guard’s sectional scope. Estimated contract value is ₹4,701,120.00 with an EMD of ₹235,000. The scope emphasizes fixed pontoons capable of withstanding coastal conditions, with a quantity-adjustment option up to 25% during contract issuance and execution. The scope notes a formal ATC, with a requirement to upload all specified certificates. This tender targets qualified pontoon manufacturers or service providers under the GeM platform to meet operational berthing standards at Okha. Tender participants should prepare for long-term service delivery and equipment readiness, with attention to scope and compliance. This opportunity is location-specific to Jamnagar, Gujarat and relates to government maritime safety infrastructure procurement.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Principal particulars include: Length Overall 35 m, Breadth 8.0 m with vertical fenders every 2 feet, Depth Molded 3.5 m, Design Draught 1.2 m.
• Operational conditions: towing speed 6 knots, sea state 4 mooring, design wave height under sea state 5 3.5 m, maximum wind speed 35 m/s.
• Bollards 08 nos, Fairleads 08 nos, Staghorn 08 nos.
• The ATC notes that pontoon specifications are uploaded; bidders must confirm compliance with the scope of work and all attached terms. EMD exemption eligibility exists under specific MSE criteria; non-upload of required certificates may lead to rejection. Documentation must align with GeM GTC. The absence of BOQ items indicates a fixed pontoon specification package.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹235,000 (mode as specified in GeM terms) and exemption eligibility per MSE where applicable.
• Quantity/duration flexibility: contract quantity or duration may alter up to 25% at contract issue and post-award; bidders must accept revised quantities.
• Scope alignment: strictly as per scope of work; pontoon specifications uploaded with the ATC; non-compliance risks rejection.
• Certificates: bidders must upload all specified certificates/documents sought in Bid document, ATC, and corrigenda; lack thereof may lead to rejection.
• Delivery commitments: timely delivery and installation as per the contract and port/shore facilities at Okha;
• Payment terms: as per GeM terms; ensure GST compliance and invoicing aligned to delivery milestones.
• Eligibility: manufacturers for goods and service providers for services under MSE categories may seek EMD exemptions; proof of category required.
• Penalties: adhere to terms to avoid LD or performance penalties per contract conditions.