Tender Title: Goods Transport Services

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6139992

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

This tender seeks proposals for Goods Transport Services specifically tailored for food grains using Open Body Taurus 16 FT Trucks. The scope of work and objectives encompass the transportation of a total quantity of 30,096 metric tonnes of food grains to designated delivery locations efficiently and securely. As the need for timely and reliable logistics services in food distribution grows, this tender underscores our commitment to maintaining an uninterrupted supply chain.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must meet specific eligibility requirements, which include:

• Being a registered entity in the relevant field of logistics and transport.
• Proven experience in the transportation of bulk commodities, particularly food grains.
• Valid licenses and compliance with local and national transport regulations.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must ensure compliance with several technical specifications, which can include:

• Availability of suitable Open Body Taurus 16 FT Trucks.
• Adequate driver experience and compliance with safety protocols.
• Infrastructure to handle loading and unloading at both dispatch and receiving ends.

Financial Requirements

The financial requirements for this tender may include:

• Submission of valid financial statements indicating solvency.
• Availability of the necessary funds to undertake the workload as specified.
• Providing details of pricing that adhere to the cost structure outlined in this tender.

Document Submission Details

All documents must be submitted in accordance with the guidelines outlined within the tender documentation. Bidders should ensure that all required documents, certificates, and bid forms are accurately completed and submitted through the designated channels.

Special Provisions

The tender provides special provisions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups aimed at fostering inclusive participation in the bidding process. These provisions may include relaxed qualification criteria and expedited processing timelines.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will meticulously assess bids based on:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial viability and pricing competitiveness.
• Delivery timelines and experience in similar projects.

Delivery Locations

Bidders should be prepared to deliver food grains to various pre-defined locations as stipulated in the complete tender documentation.

Contact Information

For inquiries related to this tender, interested parties should consult the appropriate contact channels as detailed in the official documentation, ensuring clarity and direct communication.

As a note, ensure that all proposals are compliant with current regulation standards and capable of meeting the delivery expectations outlined thereby committing to delivering quality and timely service.