Tender Title: Goods Transport Services

Reference Number: 17923c03d

Issuing Authority: Department of Food and Public Distribution

Authority Min Name: Ministry of Consumer Affairs Food and Public Distribution

The Goods Transport Services (reference number: 17923c03d) is an initiative undertaken by the Department of Food and Public Distribution, specifically aimed at enhancing the logistical framework for transporting food grains. The project's core objective revolves around efficient transportation services that ensure timely and reliable delivery of food grains from FSD Angul to CWC Jamshedpur.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The scope of work entails the provision of goods transport services for food grains, managing logistics, and adhering to stringent safety and quality standards during transportation. The service provider will be required to manage the complete transportation process, inclusivity of picking up food grains at designated centers and delivering them to specified locations, while maintaining transparency and accountability.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested bidders must meet specific eligibility criteria to participate in this tender. Bidders should ideally be registered entities with a proven experience in logistics and goods transport, particularly for food items. Compliance with local laws and regulations will also be mandatory.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for this tender include:

• Fleet capability to handle food grains transport.
• Adherence to relevant safety standards during transit.
• Provision of necessary tracking systems to monitor the transport status.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to demonstrate financial stability with valid documentation, showcasing their capability to undertake the contract effectively. A comprehensive financial proposal must also be submitted along with the bid.

Document Submission Details

All interested parties must submit their bids electronically through the designated procurement portal. Details regarding the required documentation and submission processes will be provided in the tender document or can be inquired at the department.

Special Provisions

This tender includes special provisions aimed at encouraging Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs), providing them with potential benefits in the bidding process. Startups are also given special consideration, fostering entrepreneurship in the logistics sector.

Evaluation Process

All submissions will undergo a structured evaluation process, examining technical capabilities, financial stability, and compliance with the stipulations laid out in the tender document. Key performance indicators will be outlined to ascertain the capability of the bidders comprehensively.

Delivery Locations

The primary delivery location for the services will be between FSD Angul to CWC Jamshedpur, with considerations for potential alternate locations if necessitated by operational requirements.

Contact Information

For further queries and clarifications, potential applicants are encouraged to refer to the official contacts provided in the tender document.

Additional Information

Participants in this tender must ensure that all aspects of their proposals align with the Make in India policies and comply with local content requirements to enhance indigenous capabilities within the logistics sector.