Tender Title: Catering Services for Special Thali
Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6167930
Issuing Authority:
Education Department, Gujarat
Scope of Work and Objectives:
The purpose of this tender is to procure catering services offering vegetarian lunch through special thali meals. The service provider will be responsible for supplying a total of 50 meals on a duration-based contract. The aim is to ensure that high-quality meals are provided consistently to meet the dietary needs and preferences of the consumers, promoting healthiness and variety in the menu offerings.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for this tender, bidders must be registered entities in the catering industry with requisite experience in providing meals for educational institutions or similar establishments. It is also essential that bidders have a valid food safety and hygiene certification in compliance with local regulations.
Technical Requirements:
Bid submissions must detail compliance with specific technical specifications including, but not limited to, nutritional value, food safety standards, and delivery schedules. Each meal must incorporate quality ingredients and be prepared in a hygienic setting, adhering to defined health protocols.
Financial Requirements:
Bidders are required to provide detailed financial documents that indicate their capability to fulfill the financial obligations of this contract. This includes a breakdown of costs per meal as well as total projected costs for the entire duration of the service.
Document Submission Details:
All required documentation must be submitted electronically via the relevant government portal. Bidders should ensure that all documents are in approved formats, clearly labeled and submitted before the specified deadline.
Special Provisions:
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups may enjoy certain benefits under this tender, which encourage their participation and support their growth within the government procurement ecosystem.
Evaluation Process:
The evaluation criteria will consider both the financial bids and the technical proposals. Bidders will be scored based on their experience, quality of service proposed, and cost-effectiveness of the solution offered.
Delivery Locations:
Services will be required at various educational institutions across Gujarat as specified in the detailed documentation.
Contact Information:
Specific contact details for further queries related to the bidding process can be obtained through the official government portal.
This tender provides a significant opportunity for qualified catering service providers to engage with government contracts, contributing to community development through quality meal provision.
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4 DocumentsDocuments Required from Seller
- Experience Criteria
- Bidder Turnover
- Certificate (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 1 (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 2 (Requested in ATC)
- Additional Doc 3 (Requested in ATC) *In case any bidder is seeking exemption from Experience / Turnover Criteria
- the supporting documents to prove his eligibility for exemption must be uploaded for evaluation by the buyer
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The eligibility requirements include being a registered entity with expertise in catering services, specifically in serving meals in educational settings. Bidders must hold valid food safety certifications and demonstrate prior experience in large-scale meal provision.
Bidders must provide valid food safety and hygiene certificates along with any other relevant accreditations that prove compliance with local health and safety regulations. Documentation confirming the ability to meet the quality standards expected in the contract is essential.
The registration process involves ensuring that your business is fully compliant with eligibility criteria, followed by submitting all necessary documents via the designated government portal. It’s important to review the terms and align your proposal to the tender requirements.
Accepted document formats typically include PDF for comprehensive reports and Excel for financial data. Bidders should check the specific tender guidelines for any other preferred formats to ensure their submissions meet the compliance requirements.
Payment terms are usually outlined in the tender document, including any performance security requirements. The evaluation and selection process focuses on both the technical and financial aspects of the bid, allowing for consideration of cost-effectiveness, quality of service, and compliance with outlined specifications.
This bid provides unique advantages for local businesses, emphasizing adherence to the principles of ‘Make in India’ and supporting local employment through the provision of quality services.
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