Tender Title: Warehousing Service for Food Grain Storage
Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6166588

Issuing Authority/Department: Department of Food and Public Distribution, Ministry of Consumer Affairs Food and Public Distribution

The scope of work includes providing a comprehensive warehousing service for food grain storage at PWS Nanded. This includes managing a dry/normal warehouse, ensuring the preservation of goods, providing insurance, and implementing security measures. The selected service provider will also be responsible for the hardware and software necessary to manage these services effectively.

The objectives of this tender are to solicit bids from qualified entities to ensure safe and efficient storage of food grains. The successful contractor will demonstrate the ability to maintain high-quality standards and adhere to various compliance requirements while managing the storage facilities.

Eligibility Criteria

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

• Be a registered entity under relevant Indian laws.
• Have prior experience in providing warehousing services, particularly involving food grains.
• Meet the minimum technical and financial qualifications as defined by the issuing authority.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must submit detailed proposals that demonstrate compliance with the specified technical requirements, including:

• Equipment and infrastructure capabilities.
• Staff experience and qualifications.
• Security measures in place for the storage facility.
• An insurance policy covering the stored goods.

Financial Requirements

Proposals must include a financial breakdown of the costs associated with the warehousing service. Bidders should specify their pricing model, which must be competitive and align with the expectations of a lumpsum quote for the service.

Document Submission Details

All required documents must be submitted through the appropriate channels as outlined in the tender instruction documents. It is imperative to submit each document in the accepted formats to ensure consideration. Bidders should ensure that all submissions are complete and comply with the outlined submission guidelines to avoid disqualification.

Special Provisions

The tender includes provisions that benefit Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), thus encouraging inclusive participation. Startups are also welcomed to submit their bids, contributing to innovative solutions in warehousing services.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will be rigorous and consist of various stages, including checking for eligibility, technical qualification, and financial evaluation. The bid evaluation committee will consider the performance of each submission against set criteria to select the most qualified vendor for the contract.

Delivery Locations

The specific delivery locations for the service shall be at PWS Nanded, and bidders must account for logistics and operational considerations in their proposals.

Contact Information

For any clarifications or further information regarding the tender, bidders should refer to the official contact points provided in the tender documentation. Ensure any inquiries are directed to the relevant department to receive accurate and timely responses.