Tender Title:

Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services - GEM/2025/B/6134442

Issuing Authority:

Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries Animal Husbandry Dairying

Scope of Work and Objectives

The purpose of this tender is to procure comprehensive Short Term Cab & Taxi Hiring Services to facilitate effective transportation for official duties. The successful contractor will be required to provide a range of vehicle options, including Sedans and Premium SUVs for local travel as well as outstation journeys. The primary objectives include:

• Ensuring timely and safe transportation for ministry officials.
• Offering flexible service for both local trips (round trips up to 120Kms) and outstation trips (250Kms).
• Maintaining a high standard of vehicle condition and service quality.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for participation in this tender, bidders must meet specific criteria which include, but are not limited to:

• Registered entity with a valid GST number.
• Capability to provide a fleet of vehicles (Sedans and SUVs) based on the requirements outlined.
• Compliance with all governmental regulations regarding vehicle operations.
• Proven track record in providing reliable transportation services.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are expected to provide:

• Detailed specifications of the vehicles available for hire, including age and maintenance records.
• Evidence of licensing and insurance documentation for all vehicles involved in the tender.
• Historical performance indicators showing reliability and quality of previous transport services rendered.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must submit comprehensive pricing that includes:

• Cost per kilometer for local and outstation service.
• Breakdown of any other applicable charges (waiting time, extra mileage, etc.).
• Validity of quotes and terms of payment.

Document Submission Details

All documents must be submitted electronically through the designated Tender Submission Portal. Bidders must include:

• A filled-in bid document detailing service scope and pricing.
• Copy of eligibility documents, including GST registration and company registration certificates.
• Technical specifications related to the vehicles being offered.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, providing special benefits such as:

• Relaxed qualification criteria.
• Consideration for local content as per government procurement norms.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will be based on:

• Compliance with eligibility criteria.
• Technical specifications and overall service capability.
• Financial bids, with an emphasis on cost-efficiency.

Delivery Locations

Services will primarily be required in local areas surrounding the ministry's offices as well as specified outstation locations as determined by travel schedules.

Contact Information

For further information regarding this tender, please reach out to the Department of Fisheries's tender facilitation team via the official channels provided on the ministry's website.