Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis - Food grain storage, Hiring of godown at Nagaon under PWS Lease

Tender Title: Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis - Food grain storage, Hiring of godown at Nagaon under PWS Lease
Tender Reference Number: 364633bb

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

Scope of Work and Objectives

This tender invites bids for providing warehousing services on a per metric ton basis for food grain storage. The main objective is to hire a godown situated in Nagaon to meet the growing logistical needs for efficient food grain storage. Bidders will be required to ensure comprehensive services that include preservation, insurance, and watch and ward facilities for the stored food grains.

Eligibility Criteria

To participate in this tender, bidders must:

• Be a registered entity with the necessary licenses and certifications.
• Have prior experience in providing warehousing services, particularly in food grain storage.
• Comply with applicable local legal requirements and regulations.

Technical Requirements

Bidders are expected to meet specific technical standards, including:

• Availability of a suitable godown facility with requisite dimensions for optimal storage.
• Capability to provide preservation measures, including appropriate climate control.
• Insurance coverage for stored commodities against potential risks.

Financial Requirements

Bidders must ensure that they meet the following financial criteria:

• Provide a sound financial statement demonstrating capability to handle large-scale warehousing operations.
• Submission of an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as specified in the tender documents to secure the bid.

Document Submission Details

All required documents must be submitted electronically as per the guidelines set forth in the tender. This includes:

• Bids along with all relevant documents must be uploaded through the designated portal.
• Ensure compliance with submission formats and provide all necessary certifications.

Special Provisions

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSEs): The tender encourages participation from MSEs, offering special provisions to enhance their competitiveness and support.

Startups: Provision benefits may also be available for registered startups, promoting innovative solutions within the warehousing and logistics domain.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will be conducted based on:

• Price competitiveness.
• Compliance with the technical specifications and requirements.
• Review of the bidder’s past performance and reliability in delivering similar services.

Delivery Locations

The primary delivery location for this tender will be the godown located in Nagaon, which has been identified for the storage of food grains.

Contact Information

For further inquiries regarding the tender, interested bidders should refer to the official communication channels of the Department of Food and Public Distribution. Specific contact addresses and numbers are available through the issuing authority’s official website.

This tender represents a significant opportunity to engage in essential warehousing services, ensuring the preservation and safety of the nation’s food grains while adhering to high-quality standards.