Tender Title: Financial Audit Services - Filing of Form 24Q Salary TDS

Tender Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6151428

Issuing Authority

The Forests and Environment Department Gujarat is responsible for issuing this tender. This department oversees a wide range of functions within the state, ensuring the effective management of forest resources and environmental conservation.

Scope of Work and Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure Financial Audit Services specifically related to the filing of Form 24Q for Salary TDS and Form 26Q for Non-Salary TDS. The selected service provider will be tasked with managing the timely and accurate filing of these returns while ensuring compliance with the prevalent tax regulations. The work involves:

• Analyzing salary and non-salary data for TDS compliance.
• Preparing and submitting quarterly returns.
• Providing necessary financial advice in alignment with TDS regulations.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible bidders must meet the following criteria:

• Be a registered Chartered Accountant (CA) firm with a valid practice certificate.
• Demonstrate prior experience in filing TDS returns for government departments or large organizations.
• Possess necessary certifications that validate their capability to provide financial audit services.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must possess the following technical qualifications:

• Expertise in dealing with the Income Tax Department’s regulations applicable to TDS filings.
• Necessary software and tools to ensure accurate calculations and submissions of TDS returns.
• Qualified personnel who are well-versed in compliance requirements and financial auditing.

Financial Requirements

All applicants must provide:

• Evidence of financial stability and past successful project completions.
• A detailed financial proposal illustrating the quarterly fixed charges for services rendered.
• Transparency in pricing that includes maintenance of records and follow-up services.

Document Submission Details

Bids must be submitted through the designated online portal. All required documents should be uploaded in acceptable formats such as PDF or DOC. Bid submissions must include:

• Proposal letter.
• Relevant credentials and certifications.
• Financial documents evidencing stability and capability.

Special Provisions

This tender encourages participation from Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups. Eligible firms should indicate their status to avail potential benefits during the evaluation process.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation process will consist of:

• Preliminary verification of eligibility documents.
• Inspection of the proposals based on technical and financial criteria.
• Scoring will be based on the ability to meet the tender specifications, experience, and pricing structure.

Delivery Locations

The services will primarily be delivered within the jurisdiction of Gujarat. Bidders should ensure that their operations can cater to this region effectively.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this tender, please refer to the official website of the Forests and Environment Department Gujarat.