Tender Title: Goods Transport Service for Textile Goods

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6142801
Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to secure reliable and efficient Goods Transport Service for the transportation of textile goods from Ordnance Clothing Factory (OCF), Avadi to the 1 Forward Ordnance Depot (FOD), Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir. The selected service provider will be responsible for the hiring of civil road transport contractors utilizing a 12-ton capacity container truck measuring 32 feet x 8 feet x 8 feet. The successful bidder must ensure timely and secure delivery of the specified goods.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must meet several eligibility requirements, including:

• Registration as a legal entity and compliance with local regulations.
• Proven experience in the goods transport sector.
• Appropriate licenses and permits for transporting heavy goods.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate the capability to provide Goods Transport Services, with the following technical specifications:

• Availability of 12-ton capacity container trucks compliant with the safety and operational standards required for transporting textile goods.
• Utilization of GPS tracking and logistical management tools to ensure visibility during transport.

Financial Requirements

Selected bidders must agree to the payment terms stipulated in the contract upon the successful delivery of goods. The financial proposal should include:

• A detailed breakdown of transportation costs.
• Applicable taxes and surcharges.

Document Submission Details

All submissions must contain the following documents:

• Completed bidding forms.
• Relevant certificates and licenses.
• Financial statements and financial proposals.

Submissions must be made electronically via the designated online platform, ensuring that all documents are in accepted formats as specified in the tender guidelines.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups by making provisions that facilitate their involvement in the bidding process.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial proposals, including cost-effectiveness.
• Service provider reputation and past performance in similar transport projects.

Delivery Locations

The primary delivery location is OCF, Avadi, with final delivery at 1 FOD, Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding this tender, reach out to the issuing authority directly via the contact details provided in the tender documentation.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for qualified transport service providers to engage with the Ministry of Defence in a critical logistics capacity, ensuring the smooth and efficient movement of vital textile goods.