Central Armed Police Forces Tender by Indo Tibetan Border Police (itbp) (GEM/2025/B/6174785)

Tender Title: FRESH VEGETABLE AND FRUITS

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6174785

Issuing Authority: This tender is issued by the Central Armed Police Forces, under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The department is responsible for facilitating procurement that supports the operations of the armed forces, ensuring quality and timely delivery of goods.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The objective of this tender is to procure various fresh vegetables and fruits in bulk quantities amounting to 100,453 units. The tender seeks quality produce including, but not limited to, items like fresh potatoes, onions, garlic, and various seasonal fruits and vegetables such as bananas, apples, and cauliflower.

The successful bidders are expected to supply these items to designated procurement stations across multiple delivery locations, adhering to set quality standards and specifications.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Be a registered entity in the food supply or agricultural sector.
• Possess valid licenses and certifications pertaining to food safety and quality.
• Demonstrate experience in supplying fresh produce on a similar scale.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must adhere to the specified technical requirements, which include:

• Freshness and quality of vegetables and fruits must meet national standards.
• Fulfillment of all health and safety standards as prescribed by food safety regulations.
• Capability to supply the quantities specified in the tender without delays.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must provide a detailed pricing structure along with their bid submissions. Financial criteria include:

• Submission of an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) to ensure commitment to the tender.
• Clear breakdown of costs involved, along with any applicable taxes and delivery charges.

Document Submission Details

All tender documents must be submitted electronically. Please ensure that:

• All required certificates, identifications, and supporting documents are included.
• Documents are in acceptable formats (PDF, DOCX).

Special Provisions

The tender provides special provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Successful MSEs will benefit from relaxed criteria as per government policies aimed at promoting inclusivity and diversity in procurement processes.

Evaluation Process

Bids will undergo a comprehensive evaluation process based on the following criteria:

• Cost competitiveness
• Compliance with technical specifications
• Previous experience and reliability of the bidder
• Quality assurance processes in place

Delivery Locations

Delivery of the fresh vegetables and fruits will occur at various locations as specified in subsequent documentation once awarded. Bidders must have the logistics in place to deliver to multiple sites efficiently.

Contact Information

For any inquiries or further information regarding this tender, bidders are encouraged to reach out to the Central Armed Police Forces via official channels mentioned in the tender documentation.