Directorate Of Agriculture Gujarat Manpower Outsourcing Services Banaskantha 2026 – 3% EMD, 25% Quantity Flex, SPO 2024

Tender Overview

The procurement is issued by the Directorate Of Agriculture under the Agriculture And Co-operation Department Gujarat for Manpower Outsourcing Services in BANASKANTHA, GUJARAT (385001). Estimated value is ₹490,668.53 with an EMD of ₹14,720 (3% of bid value) per Gujarat SPO 2024. The contract covers skilled and unskilled manpower across secondary school qualifications, including admin and healthcare-related assignments. A key differentiator is the award flexibility allowing up to 25% increase in quantity or contract duration at the time of issue, with the provider’s consent required for scope changes. This tender emphasizes supplier salary payments at source and statutory compliance.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• EMD: ₹14,720 (3% of bid estimate) as per SPO 2024 requirement
• Variation Clause: Buyer may increase contract quantity or duration by up to 25%; acceptance required for lumpsum extensions
• Sub-contracting: Prohibited without prior written consent; ultimate liability remains with the primary bidder
• Salary Payment Clause: Service provider to pay salaries/wages to deployed staff first, with statutory documents (PF, ESIC) and bank statements presented during claims
• Escalation Matrix: Bidders must provide a service support escalation matrix with contact numbers
• Documents: Upload of required certificates/documents as per ATC and Corrigendum; non-submission may lead to rejection

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Payment Terms: ₹14,720 as per SPO 2024; payment terms linked to staff salary disbursement and statutory documentation
• Contract Flexibility: 25% variation in quantity/duration allowed at contract issue and subsequently
• Assignment/Sub-contracting: Prohibited without written consent; liability remains with bidder
• Certifications: Ensure upload of mandatory certificates/docs as per bid document, ATC, and corrigendum
• Service Support: Provide escalation matrix for service support; clarity on contact channels is required
• ATC Clause: Compliance with all terms including those related to salary payment and statutory filings is mandatory