Tender Title: Supply of Essential Commodities

Reference Number: b5ebcb84
Issuing Authority/Department: Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education

Scope of Work and Objectives

The aim of this tender is to procure a diverse range of essential food commodities, which include Wheat, Rice, Sorghum, Millet, Tuvar Dal, Oil, Sugar, and Spices, among others. The total required quantity is 93,070 units. The selected supplier will be responsible for ensuring the quality and timely delivery of these food items, which are vital for school meal programs and other educational initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this tender, bidders must meet several criteria:

• Must be a registered entity in accordance with applicable laws.
• Should possess a valid GST registration and PAN.
• Must have experience in supplying food commodities of similar nature within the past three years.
• Must not be blacklisted or debarred by any government agency.

Technical Requirements

Vendors must comply with relevant food safety and quality standards, including:

• ISI Certification for all products where applicable.
• Compliance with FSSAI standards for food items.
• Capability to provide necessary documents to demonstrate quality compliance.

Financial Requirements

Interested parties must provide:

• A financial bid detailing cost per unit for each item listed in the tender.
• Copies of balance sheets for the last three financial years to demonstrate financial stability.
• An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) as stipulated by the tender for bidding.

Document Submission Details

Proposals must be submitted electronically through the designated portal by the deadline indicated in the tender announcement.

• All submissions should be in PDF format.
• Necessary supporting documents include registration certificates, financial records, and compliance certifications.

Special Provisions

This tender has provisions aimed at promoting participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and startups. Eligible vendors may benefit from relaxed financial bid thresholds and preference in evaluation processes. Compliance with the ‘Make in India’ policy is encouraged, promoting local production and procurement.

Evaluation Process

Submissions will be evaluated based on:

• Compliance with eligibility and technical requirements.
• Financial bids that reflect the best value for money.
• Preference may be given to local suppliers contributing to the local economy.

Delivery Locations

Deliveries will be made to specified educational institutions as directed by the Department of School Education and Literacy, ensuring that all logistical arrangements cater to timely distributions.

Contact Information

For any inquiries regarding the tender, interested parties are encouraged to reach out to the Department of School Education and Literacy directly through the official communication channels.