Tender Title: Catering Service for Veg Breakfast (Regular Packet)

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6173512

The Education Department Gujarat invites bids for the provision of catering services specifically tailored for the delivery of vegetarian breakfast in regular packet format. The scope of this tender encompasses the arrangement and management of catering services for a total quantity of 70 packets, ensuring compliance with quality and specification requirements as outlined below.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to engage a well-established catering service provider capable of preparing and delivering nutritious vegetarian breakfast packets that meet established nutritional standards and dietary guidelines. The services will cater to a variety of recipients within the educational sector, encompassing students and staff members in various educational institutions.

The contractor selected for this tender will be expected to ensure timely delivery and adherence to safety and hygiene standards throughout the catering process. Additionally, the catering service must be flexible to accommodate special dietary requests when necessary.

Eligibility Criteria

Interested bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Registration as a legal entity under applicable business regulations.
• Previous experience in providing catering services similar to those outlined in this tender description.
• Adequate infrastructure and supply chain management capabilities to meet delivery timelines and service quality expectations.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must provide clear documentation outlining their compliance with technical specifications, including:

• Details of preparation and packaging processes to ensure quality preservation of food.
• Certifications related to food safety and hygiene.
• Capability to provide vegetarian meals sourced from local and sustainable suppliers where possible.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are advised to submit a comprehensive financial proposal detailing all associated costs with the provision of catering services. Financial viability will be assessed through submitted documentation, including:

• Price breakdown for each packet of breakfast provided.
• Financial statements or proof of solvency.

Document Submission Details

All bids must be submitted electronically in compliance with the guidelines provided. The required documents include:

• Completed bid form.
• Evidence of eligibility and technical specification compliance.
• Financial proposal as specified.

Special Provisions

Provision exists for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) as well as startups, facilitating participation in the tender process. Special consideration will be given during the evaluation of bids from these entities to promote inclusivity.

Evaluation Process

Bids will be assessed based on a comprehensive evaluation framework that considers:

• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Financial competitiveness of the submitted bids.
• Previous experience and performance history of the service provider.

Delivery Locations

The catering services will primarily be required within specified educational institutions across Gujarat. Precise delivery locations will be provided to the successful bidder upon contract awarding.

Contact Information

For any inquiries related to this tender, suppliers are encouraged to contact the Education Department Gujarat through the official channels as outlined in the tender documentation.

By reviewing this tender description, potential bidders gain comprehensive insights into the requirements and expectations set forth by the Education Department Gujarat, empowering them to submit competitive and compliant proposals.