Tender Title: Ration Kit

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6152486

Issuing Authority: Basic Education Department Uttar Pradesh

The Ration Kit tender offers an exciting opportunity for suppliers to participate in the provision of essential ration kits as part of government programs designed to support educational institutions within the state. The Basic Education Department Uttar Pradesh aims to procure high-quality ration kits to ensure every child has access to nutritious food during school meals.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The scope of work for this tender entails supplying a specific quantity of ration kits designed to meet the dietary needs of school children across various educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh. The primary objectives include:

• Ensuring the availability of nutritious food to students.
• Improving the overall quality of meals provided in educational settings.
• Supporting local economies by encouraging procurement from local suppliers.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for participation in this tender, bidders must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a registered entity under relevant local or national laws.
• Suppliers should demonstrate previous experience in supplying food items or equivalent products.
• Compliance with necessary health and safety regulations related to food production and distribution.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are required to submit detailed proposals specifying:

• Types of ration kits being offered, including nutritional content.
• Compliance with quality standards as per Indian Food Safety regulations.
• Certification confirming adherence to local health and safety standards.

Financial Requirements

Participants must ensure financial transparency by providing:

• Proof of stability and capability to fulfill the order quantity.
• Competitive pricing that aligns with market standards and supports the budgetary constraints of the Basic Education Department.

Document Submission Details

All necessary documents must be submitted electronically through the designated procurement portal. Bidders are required to ensure the following documents are included with their proposals:

• Company registration certificate.
• Financial statements for the last two fiscal years.
• Proposed pricing along with any additional costs related to delivery.

Special Provisions

• Special benefits may be available for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and start-ups involved in local sourcing and manufacturing.
• Encouragement for compliance with ‘Make in India’ policies to foster domestic production.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will be conducted through a structured assessment based on:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial bids will be compared against each other to ensure the best value for public spending.
• Bidders will be assessed for their previous experience and capability to deliver within designated timelines.

Delivery Locations

The delivery of ration kits is expected at various educational institutions across Uttar Pradesh with logistics being coordinated through designated government officials.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding the tender, interested parties can reach out to the issuing authority, the Basic Education Department Uttar Pradesh.

This tender represents a significant commitment to improving student nutrition and supporting local businesses. Bidders are encouraged to participate actively as this is a step toward fostering sustainable development through nutritious food supply in educational contexts.