CIPET IPT Chennai Canteen Service Tender Tamil Nadu - Fixed Menu Model 2026
Bid Publish Date
25-Sep-2026, 3:39 pm
Bid End Date
16-Oct-2026, 4:00 pm
Value
₹2,41,80,000
Location
Progress
Tender Overview
The Central Institute Of Plastics Engineering And Technology (CIPET:IPT Chennai) seeks a canteen service provider to operate an in-building, employee/patient catering facility with fixed menu rates, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. The engagement carries an estimated value of ₹24,18,00,000 and requires an on-site service office within Tamil Nadu, specifically catering from CIPET’s Chennai premises. The contract allows a ±25% adjustment in quantity or duration and applies to lumpsum-style service scopes with consent for value change. Unique aspects include the need for government-catering licenses, state MSME/GST compliance, and robust service support structures.
Technical Specifications & Requirements
- Scope: On-site canteen services inside CIPET premises in Chennai for employees and in-house personnel
- Menu model: Fixed price, fixed menus covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks; vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
- Deliverables: Daily meal service aligned with in-house schedule; standard food safety and hygiene practices
- Service office: Located within Tamil Nadu; address proof and GST/MSME documentation required
- Documentation: Partnership/Company MOA, catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, GST Tamil Nadu, PAN/Aadhaar, ESI/EPF details, turnover certificates, work orders meeting thresholds, performance certificates, and self-declaration
- Payment/EMD: EMD payable via DD acceptable; hardcopy must accompany bid; delivery of documents within 5 days post bid-open
- Additional terms: Escalation matrix for service support; mandatory undertakings during technical evaluation
Terms, Conditions & Eligibility
- 25% price/quantity flexibility at contract award and during execution
- Office of service provider must be located in the Consignee state (Tamil Nadu) with documentary evidence
- EMD/guarantee via Account Payee DD in favor of CIPET IPT CHENNAI ACCOUNT, payable at Chennai
- Mandatory documents: catering license, MSME certificate, GST certificate, PAN/Aadhaar, ESI/EPF details, turnover certificates, work orders, performance certificates, and self-declaration
- Technical bid requires: partnership/maA/COI, proof of licensing, and two minimum satisfactory completion certificates
- Service centers must be in Chennai district or adjacent districts (Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur) with address proof
- An undertaking accepting terms is required; non-compliance may affect technical evaluation
Key Specifications
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- Product/Service: On-site canteen services with fixed menu rates
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- Location: CIPET: IPT Chennai premises, Tamil Nadu
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- Estimated value: ₹24,18,00,000
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- EMD: Not explicitly specified; DD acceptable per ATC
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- Eligibility: Catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, GST Tamil Nadu, PAN/Aadhaar
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- Service office: Must be in Tamil Nadu, within Chennai district or adjacent districts
Terms & Conditions
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25% contract quantity/duration adjustment permitted by buyer
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Office of service provider must be located in Tamil Nadu with documentary evidence
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EMD via DD acceptable; hardcopy delivery within 5 days of bid end/open
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Mandatory documentation includes licensing, GST, MSME, turnover, and performance certificates
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Technical bid requires association/MOA and minimum two Satisfactory Performance certificates
Important Clauses
Payment Terms
EMD via DD acceptable; payment terms not explicitly stated; bid requires submission of scanned DD and hardcopy within 5 days
Delivery Schedule
On-site canteen service with fixed menu rate; no explicit daily delivery window provided
Penalties/Liquidated Damages
No explicit LD terms stated in provided data; escalation matrix required for service support
Bidder Eligibility
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Must hold valid catering license (State/Central government)
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MSME Tamil Nadu and GST Tamil Nadu registration
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PAN/Aadhaar linkage; ESI/EPF compliance
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Turnover certificates demonstrating financial capacity
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Two satisfactory completion certificates for similar canteen services
Tender Data
Bid Details
Quantity
1
Bid Type
Two Packet Bid
Bid Validity
100 (Days)
Bid Type
Service
Evaluation
Total value wise evaluation
Tech Clarification Time
2 Days
Preference & Exemptions
EMD Required
Yes
MII Compliance
Yes
MSE Purchase Preference
Yes
MSE Preference Band
L1+15%
MSE Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Startup Exemption/Relaxation
Yes
Bid Splitting Applied
No
Requirements
Min. Avg. Annual Turnover
9672
Experience Required
2 Year (s)
Arbitration Clause
No
Mediation Clause
No
Additional Tender Data
Commercial Details
Tender Category
Service
Bid To RA
No
Bid To RA Enabled
No
Item Category
Canteen Service - Best Price on Fixed Menu Rate Model - Vegetarian, Non-Vegetarian; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks; Inside Building Premises (exclusive for employees/ patients/ in house personnel)
Advisory Bank
State Bank of India
ePBG Percentage
3%
ePBG Duration (Months)
12
Pre-Bid & Qualification
Pre-Bid Date
02-10-2026 15:00:00
Pre-Bid Venue
CIPET:IPT-Chennai
Delivery Details
Delivery Locations
1
Delivery Cities
Chennai
Delivery Pincodes
600032
Delivery Locations
| Consignee | Address | City | State | Pincode | Quantity | Delivery Days | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karuppusamy Kumariah | 600032,CIPET:IPT-Chennai1, TVK Industrial Estate, Guindy, Chennai - 600032 | Chennai | Tamil Nadu | 600032 | Project / Lumpsum Based | - | Total Canteen Space (In Sqft) : 5000 Total No of Employees/ Individuals/ Footfall to be served per day : 500 Monthly License Fee : 0 Duration in Months : 12 Working Days in a Month : 31 |
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Buyer uploaded ATC document
ATC
GEM General Terms and Conditions Document
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Required Documents
Partnership Deed / Articles and Memorandum of Association / Certificate of Incorporation
Copy of catering/mess license issued by State/Central Government
MSME – Tamil Nadu certificate
GST - Tamil Nadu certificate
PAN Number (Aadhaar-linked) and copy of Aadhaar
ESI, EPF numbers and details
Turnover certificates duly signed by a Chartered Accountant
Copy of work orders (value thresholds as specified) awarded on/after 01.04.2020
Satisfactory performance certificates (minimum 2 certificates)
Service & support office address proof in Chennai district or adjacent districts
GST/MSME/Valid rental documents for office
Self-declaration form
Undertaking accepting additional terms for technical evaluation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key insights about TAMIL NADU tender market
How to bid for CIPET canteen service tender in Chennai 2026
Bidders must submit all mandatory documents: catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, GST Tamil Nadu, PAN/Aadhaar, ESI/EPF, turnover certificates, and two performance certificates. Include the DD-based EMD and the hardcopy documents within 5 days post bid opening. Ensure service office is in Tamil Nadu.
What documents are required for CIPET canteen procurement in Tamil Nadu
Required documents include partnership/MOA, catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, GST Tamil Nadu, PAN/Aadhaar, ESI/EPF numbers, turnover certificates, and work orders meeting thresholds. Also include two satisfactory performance certificates and an undertaking for additional terms.
What are the eligibility criteria for CIPET Chennai canteen bid 2026
Eligibility requires a valid state/central catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, GST Tamil Nadu, PAN/Aadhaar, ESI/EPF compliance, and documented turnover with Chartered Accountant certification. Applicants must demonstrate two completed canteen projects or higher per the thresholds.
When is the bid submission for CIPET Chennai canteen service
Bid submission must include scanned documents and DD/EMD proof uploaded with the bid; hard copies must be delivered within 5 days after bid end/open. Ensure all required licenses and turnover certificates are uploaded in the technical bid.
What are the payment terms for CIPET canteen supply contract
Specific payment terms are not detailed; bidders should expect standard government procurement norms. Ensure EMD submission via DD and delivery of required performance certificates. Confirm payment processes during technical evaluation and contract finalization.
What standards or licenses are required for CIPET Chennai catering
Required licenses include State/Central government catering license, MSME Tamil Nadu, and GST Tamil Nadu registrations. Compliance with ESI/EPF is mandatory, along with PAN/Aadhaar verification, and turnover certifications for financial credibility.
What is the scope of contract quantity adjustment for CIPET canteen
The buyer allows a 25% increase/decrease in contract quantity or duration at the time of contract issuance and during execution, subject to supplier consent for scope changes in lumpsum-based services.
What is the destination region for service office and support
The service provider must establish an office in Tamil Nadu, specifically within Chennai district or adjacent districts (Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur), with GST/MSME/address proof documentation.