Government Tender for Forestry Related Works in Banaskantha Social Forest Division

This government tender invites qualified contractors to undertake forestry-related works within the Banaskantha Social Forest Division, Gujarat. The project encompasses a wide range of environmental and forest management activities aimed at sustainable forest development and conservation. The tender is issued by the Forests and Environment Department, under the jurisdiction of the Deputy Conservator of Forest, Palanpur. The scope includes various miscellaneous forestry works, detailed in the Schedule - A, C, D, and E documents, covering forest operations, infrastructure development, fencing, and other related activities. The project duration is 365 days, with a bid submission deadline set for May 26, 2025. Bidders must meet specific eligibility criteria, including submission of tender fee and earnest money deposit (EMD). This opportunity is ideal for firms specializing in environmental projects, forestry works, and government infrastructure development, seeking to contribute to sustainable forest management in Gujarat.

The scope of work includes:

• Execution of miscellaneous forestry activities as per detailed Schedule documents.
• Conducting fencing works, forest infrastructure development, and environmental conservation activities.
• Ensuring compliance with government standards and safety regulations.

Key deliverables:

• Complete fencing around designated forest areas.
• Infrastructure setup for forest management.
• Implementation of forest regeneration and conservation activities.

Process steps:

1. Review tender documents and Schedule A, C, D, E.
2. Submit required documents and tender fee/EMD.
3. Attend pre-bid meetings if scheduled.
4. Submit bid before deadline.
5. Participate in bid opening.
6. Award of contract and project commencement.

Specification	Details
Completion Period	365 days
Estimated Cost	Not specified
Location	Banaskantha, Gujarat
Contact	Deputy Conservator of Forest, Palanpur

**Important requirements:** - Adherence to technical specifications. - Submission of all necessary documents as per tender schedule. - Compliance with environmental and safety standards.

✓ Must have valid registration and licensing for forestry and environmental works.
✓ Must submit Tender Fee of Rs. 5000 via Demand Draft.
✓ Must provide EMD of Rs. 300,000 in the form of Demand Draft.
✓ Must submit all documents as specified in the tender, including Schedule A, C, D, E.
✓ Bidders should have relevant experience in executing similar forestry projects.

Financial Qualification	Details
Minimum turnover	Rs. 10 lakh in the last 3 years
Past project experience	At least 1 similar forestry project
Valid licenses	As per Gujarat Forest Department norms

**Critical points:** - Bidders must meet all eligibility requirements to qualify for bid evaluation.

The technical specifications include:

Parameter	Requirement
Fencing materials	Durable, weather-resistant fencing suitable for forest environments
Machinery	Appropriate forestry machinery as per Schedule - E
Environmental standards	Compliant with Gujarat forest conservation norms

**Procedures:** - Review detailed technical documents. - Ensure machinery and materials meet specifications. - Submit technical compliance documents along with bid.

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Sample technical parameters:

• Fencing wire gauge: 12-14
• Machinery capacity: Minimum 50 HP
• Material durability: 10+ years

The estimated project cost is not specified, but the financial bid must include:

Cost Component	Amount
Tender Fee	Rs. 5000 (non-refundable)
EMD	Rs. 300,000 (refundable on completion)
Total Bid Value	As per bidder’s proposal

**Payment terms:** - 10% advance upon contract signing. - Progress payments based on milestones. - Final payment after project completion and acceptance.

All payments are subject to compliance with contractual terms and submission of necessary documentation.

1. Download tender documents and review all requirements.
2. Prepare and submit technical and financial bids electronically via the nProcure portal before the deadline.
3. Ensure all required documents, including tender fee and EMD, are uploaded.
4. Attend pre-bid meetings if scheduled.
5. Bids will be opened publicly on the specified date.
6. Evaluation and award notification will follow based on criteria.

Timeline	Date
Bid submission start	02-05-2025 21:15
Bid submission end	26-05-2025 12:00
Bid opening	26-05-2025 15:00
Price bid evaluation	26-05-2026 18:00

**Important:** Bidders must follow all instructions and submit bids before the deadline to avoid disqualification.

Bids will be evaluated based on:

Criteria	Weightage
Technical competence	40%
Past experience	30%
Financial offer	20%
Compliance with eligibility	10%

**Minimum thresholds:** - Technical score of at least 70%. - Complete submission of all required documents.

The highest scoring bid will be awarded the contract, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection process.

Date	Event	Details
02-05-2025	Bid Start	Bid submission portal opens
26-05-2025	Bid End	Deadline for bid submission at 12:00 PM
26-05-2025	Bid Opening	Public bid opening at 3:00 PM
26-05-2026	Price Bid Evaluation	Final evaluation scheduled at 6:00 PM

**Critical dates:** Ensure all documents are submitted before the bid end date to participate in the tender process.

For queries and assistance, contact:

Deputy Conservator of Forest, Social Forestry Division, Palanpur

• Phone: 2742257056
• Address: Near Sonariya Bunglow, Dairy Road, Palanpur
• Email: Not specified

Support is available during office hours for clarifications and technical support related to tender submission.

All interested bidders are encouraged to attend the free vendor training camp organized every Saturday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at (n)code solutions, Ahmedabad. This session will cover online bidding procedures and document submission guidelines. Bidders must have a valid Digital Certificate for electronic signing, obtainable from authorized certifying authorities. The tender process is governed by Gujarat Forest Department norms, and all activities must adhere to environmental and safety standards. For detailed terms and conditions, refer to the complete tender documents available for download.