Government Tender for Irrigation Management Services in Radhanpur Canal Area 2025-2026

This government tender invites qualified contractors to provide irrigation management services in the command area of 59,947 hectares along the Radhanpur Branch Canal of the Sardar Sarovar Project for the irrigation season 2025-2026. The project involves outsourcing activities essential for efficient water distribution and canal maintenance, ensuring optimal agricultural productivity. The tender is issued by the Kachchh Branch Canal Division No. 2-5 under the Gujarat state government. Key details include a completion period of 11 months, a bid validity of 120 days, and an estimated project cost of approximately Rs. 299.68 million. Bidders must meet strict eligibility criteria, including valid registration, financial solvency, and technical capacity. The tender aims to select experienced civil contractors capable of executing comprehensive irrigation infrastructure works, including minor and distributary canal maintenance. The process emphasizes transparency, with detailed documentation and evaluation procedures to ensure fair competition among qualified bidders.

The scope of work encompasses providing comprehensive irrigation management services in the command area of 59,947 hectares along the Radhanpur Branch Canal of the Sardar Sarovar Project for the irrigation season 2025-2026. Key deliverables include:

• Outsourcing canal operation and maintenance activities
• Ensuring water distribution efficiency
• Minor canal repairs and upkeep
• Distributary canal management
• Monitoring water flow and quality
• Reporting and documentation of activities

Sequential process:

1. Mobilization of resources and team setup
2. Conducting initial site assessments
3. Implementation of canal maintenance activities
4. Regular water distribution and monitoring
5. Periodic reporting to authorities
6. Final project completion and handover

Specifications:

Parameter	Requirement
Duration	11 months
Estimated Cost	Rs. 29,96,79,95.04
Contract Type	Works
Location	Radhanpur, Gujarat
Certification	Valid registration, EMD, GST, PAN

The contractor shall ensure compliance with all technical standards, safety protocols, and environmental guidelines as specified in the tender documents.

• ✓ Must have valid registration certificates and renewal receipts for Gujarat State or equivalent.
• ✓ Must submit a scanned copy of the Tender Fee/DD and EMD/Bid Security.
• ✓ Financial stability with bank solvency of at least 20% of tender value.
• ✓ Technical capacity demonstrated through prior experience in irrigation or civil works.
• ✓ Valid GST, PAN, ESI, and EPF registration certificates.
• ✓ Security license and other statutory documents.

Qualification Criteria	Minimum Requirement
Registration	Valid registration in Gujarat or equivalent
Bank Solvency	20% of tender value
Experience	Prior irrigation or civil works experience
Financials	Demonstrated financial stability
Certifications	GST, PAN, ESI, EPF, Security License

Bidders must submit all required documents as per the detailed list for preliminary evaluation.

The technical specifications include comprehensive civil works related to irrigation canal management. The project requires adherence to the following parameters:

Specification	Details
Civil Works	Minor canal repairs, lining, and maintenance
Water Management	Efficient water flow and quality control
Equipment	Standard construction and maintenance tools
Safety Standards	Compliance with safety protocols

Sequential procedures involve initial site assessment, mobilization, execution of maintenance activities, and regular monitoring. The contractor must ensure all work complies with the technical standards outlined in the tender documents, including safety and environmental regulations.

The estimated project cost is Rs. 29,96,79,95.04, with an earnest money deposit (EMD) of Rs. 299,680 required for bid security. Payment terms are linked to project milestones, with an initial mobilization advance and subsequent payments based on work completion and approval. The bid offer must be valid for 120 days from submission. Bidders should prepare detailed cost proposals, including labor, materials, equipment, and overheads, ensuring transparency and compliance with the tender guidelines. The financial bid should be submitted electronically through the designated portal, with all supporting documents attached.

The bidding process involves the following steps:

1. Download and review tender documents from the official portal.
2. Submit the technical bid with all required documents before the deadline.
3. Pay the tender fee and EMD as specified.
4. Attend the pre-bid meeting if scheduled.
5. Evaluation of technical bids by the authorities.
6. Opening of financial bids for qualified bidders.
7. Final award based on combined technical and financial evaluation.

Key Dates	Details
Bid Submission Start	16-05-2025 18:00
Bid Submission End	05-06-2025 18:00
Tender Evaluation	13-06-2025
Award Notification	Post evaluation

Bidders must ensure timely submission and compliance with all procedural requirements to participate successfully.

Evaluation will be based on a combined score of technical competence and financial competitiveness. The criteria include:

Criteria	Maximum Marks	Weightage
Technical Experience	50	50%
Financial Offer	50	50%

Minimum thresholds include: - ✓ 60% in technical evaluation - ✓ Competitive financial bid within specified limits

The final score will determine the successful bidder, emphasizing quality, experience, and cost-effectiveness.

Date	Event	Details
16-05-2025	Bid Submission Start	Bidders can start submitting bids online
05-06-2025	Bid Submission End	Last date for bid submission
13-06-2025	Tender Evaluation	Technical and financial evaluation
13-06-2025	Evaluation Meeting	Final decision and award
2025-06-20	Contract Award	Official notification to successful bidder

**Note:** All dates are subject to change; bidders should regularly check the official portal for updates.

Official Contact Details:

Name	Role	Contact Number	Email
Executive Engineer, KBC Division No. 1/1	Tender Inviting Authority	9714230775	nprocure@ncode.in

**Address:** Executive Engineer, Kachchh Branch Canal Division No. 2-5, Second Floor, Narmada Admin Block, Mehsana Highway, Radhanpur-385340, Gujarat.

Bidders are encouraged to contact for clarifications, training, or support related to the tender process.

All prospective bidders must review the detailed tender documents available for download, which include technical specifications, terms and conditions, and evaluation criteria. A free vendor training camp is organized every Saturday at (n)code solutions, Ahmedabad, to assist bidders in understanding the electronic bidding process. Bidders are advised to procure valid Digital Certificates for signing bids as per Indian IT regulations. The tender process emphasizes transparency, fairness, and compliance with statutory requirements. All submissions must be made electronically via the official portal within the stipulated deadlines.