Tender Title: Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis for Food Grain Storage

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6138285

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

The Warehousing Service - Per MT Basis for Food Grain Storage tender aims to engage qualified service providers to deliver comprehensive storage solutions for dry or normal food grains. The scope encompasses the provision of warehousing facilities, preservation processes, insurance, as well as watch and ward services, including the associated hardware and software requirements stipulated by the service provider.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective is to ensure effective and secure storage of food grains, facilitating proper inventory management while adhering to established quality standards. Key tasks include:

• Provision of adequate warehousing space.
• Implementation of robust preservation techniques to maintain grain quality.
• Insurance coverage for stored goods against unforeseen circumstances.
• Continuous monitoring (watch and ward) of the warehouse facilities.
• Delivery of necessary hardware and software solutions to facilitate inventory management.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for participation in this tender, bidders must comply with the following eligibility requirements:

• Must be a duly registered entity.
• Experience in managing warehousing services, preferably relevant to food grain storage.
• Capacity to offer comprehensive insurance and safety measures for goods.
• Technical capability to deploy required hardware and software solutions.

Technical Requirements

Bidders should demonstrate:

• Proven expertise in food grain warehousing and quality preservation.
• Availability of technology solutions that ensure effective tracking and management of stored items.
• Compliance with industry standards related to food safety and preservation.

Financial Requirements

Bidders need to provide:

• Valid financial statements from the previous fiscal year to demonstrate financial stability.
• An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as prescribed in the tender documents.

Document Submission Details

All submissions must be made electronically through the designated procurement portal. Required documents generally include:

• Completed bid application form.
• Evidence of eligibility criteria fulfillment.
• Technical and financial proposals sealed within a single submission envelope.

Special Provisions

The tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and offers certain advantages to startups, including a simplified qualification process.

Evaluation Process

Submissions will undergo a thorough evaluation process based on:

• Compliance with technical and financial qualifications.
• Capacity to provide high-quality warehousing services.
• Price proposals and overall value offered.

Delivery Locations

The warehousing services must cover designated locations that will be outlined during the bid evaluation process, ensuring timely and effective access for transportation of stored food grains.

Contact Information

Further inquiries can be directed to the Department of Food and Public Distribution. No specific contact details are provided in this tender announcement.