Tender Title: Warehousing Service for Food Grain Storage

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6134685

Issuing Authority:

Department of Food and Public Distribution
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution

Scope of Work and Objectives:

The tender seeks to engage service providers for Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis for the storage of food grains. The focus is on utilizing dry and normal warehouses and godowns equipped with necessary services such as preservation, insurance, and watch & ward provisions. The objective is to ensure safe and efficient storage solutions for food grains, facilitating public distribution and minimizing wastage.

Eligibility Criteria:

To qualify for participation, bidders must be registered entities and possess the necessary certifications that validate their capability to deliver warehousing services effectively. Importance will be given to bidders who demonstrate experience with governmental contracts or similar projects.

Technical Requirements:

Bidders are required to provide specifics regarding the type of warehouses available, capacity, and associated services. The technical specifications should include details about the preservation measures taken, insurance coverage, and the surveillance systems in place to ensure the security of the stored commodities.

Financial Requirements:

The financial proposal must include a detailed breakdown of costs involved in providing warehousing services on a per MT basis. Adequate financial capability to execute the contract is required, along with transparency in pricing structures.

Document Submission Details:

All documents pertaining to the tender must be submitted electronically. Bidders should ensure that their submissions comply with the stipulated formats and guidelines as defined in the tender documentation.

Special Provisions:

In consideration of promoting inclusivity, there are incentives for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and provisions favoring startups. Bidders falling under these categories will be provided specific advantages during the evaluation process, showcasing the commitment to support small enterprises.

Evaluation Process:

The evaluation will be conducted based on a combination of criteria including technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with quality standards. All bids will be assessed to ensure the best offer is selected that meets the requirements of the government while ensuring value for money.

Delivery Locations:

The service should be available nationwide, ensuring that food grains are stored in strategic locations that facilitate easy access for distribution. Specific emphasis may be placed on regions with high demand for food distribution.

Contact Information:

For inquiries, participants may refer to the official contact points provided within the tender documentation (details not specified in the extract).

Additional Information:

Bidders are encouraged to present any additional information that may strengthen their proposal, including past performance records, sustainability practices, and compliance with relevant local procurement requirements.