Tender Title: Warehousing Services for Food Grain Storage

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6166502

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

This tender invites bids for Warehousing Services with a focus on the storage of food grains at Public Warehousing System (PWS) Jalna. The services required include comprehensive food grain storage management, along with preservation, insurance, watch & ward services, and the provision of necessary hardware and software by the service provider.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The main objective of this tender is to establish a reliable and efficient warehousing facility at PWS Jalna to ensure the safe and effective storage of food grains. The contractor will be expected to provide:

• Safe storage in a dry or normal warehouse environment.
• Regular maintenance and effective pest management.
• Appropriate insurance coverage for stored goods.
• Implementation of complete watch & ward services to safeguard the premises.
• Provision of technology solutions such as inventory management software.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility for participation in this tender includes:

• Registration as a service provider capable of fulfilling warehousing service requirements.
• Experience in handling and managing food grain storage for at least five years.
• Compliance with all local regulations and necessary certifications related to warehousing and food storage.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must meet the following technical specifications:

• Warehouses must meet safety and hygiene standards set by the government.
• Infrastructure to handle food grain in compliance with the relevant legal framework.
• Provisions for maintaining optimal environmental conditions for food preservation.

Financial Requirements

• Bidders must provide evidence of financial stability.
• Submission of a detailed financial quote for lump-sum pricing on services rendered.
• Bidders will be required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as specified in the tender documentation.

Document Submission Details

Interested parties must submit their bids electronically via the designated government platform by ensuring compliance with the required document formats. All required documentation must be completed and submitted before the deadline indicated in the tender notification.

Special Provisions

This tender may offer benefits to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups, promoting inclusiveness in bidding for government contracts.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be evaluated based on several factors including:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial proposals.
• Past performance and experience in similar projects.

Bidders may be called for discussions regarding their bids to clarify any aspects that require further detail.

Delivery Locations

Work and storage facilities are concentrated in the PWS Jalna, where bidders are expected to provide their services.

Contact Information

For further details, interested vendors may reach out to the Department of Food and Public Distribution through the official government communication channels.