NA Tender by Employees State Insurance Corporation (esic) (GEM/2025/B/6097091)

Tender Title: Bus Hiring Service - Short Term - Local

Reference Number: GEM/2025/B/6097091

Issuing Authority/Department: Ministry of Labour and Employment

Scope of Work and Objectives

The Bus Hiring Service tender aims to procure short-term local bus hiring services. The services will involve providing deluxe buses with a capacity of more than 52 seats to meet the transportation requirements outlined by the Ministry. The objective is to ensure safe, reliable, and comfortable transportation for employees and officials during official engagements.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the tender, bidders must be a registered entity with a proven track record in providing bus services. They should comply with all local transport regulations and possess necessary licenses and insurances.

Technical Requirements

Bidders must provide details about the buses, including:

• Safety features: Compliance with national safety standards.
• Condition of vehicles: Buses must be in good working order and regularly maintained.
• Driver qualifications: All drivers must hold valid commercial driving licenses and have experience in passenger transport.

Financial Requirements

Bidders are required to provide financial statements to demonstrate their financial stability. The submission must include details about past contracts to show capacity to fulfill the current requirements.

Document Submission Details

All applications should be submitted electronically via the designated procurement platform. Bidders must include all required documentation, including registration certificates, financial statements, and compliance documents.

Special Provisions

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSEs) and startups have specific benefits under this tender. They are encouraged to apply and showcase their capabilities to contribute to this transport project.

Evaluation Process

The evaluation of bids will be carried out based on technical and financial criteria. The bids will be assessed for their compliance with safety standards, experience, service quality, and pricing.

Delivery Locations

The services will be required at various locations as specified in the tender documentation. Bidders must be equipped to operate in these areas with local knowledge of routes and regulations.

Contact Information

For further inquiries, bidders may contact the Ministry of Labour and Employment directly through the official channels provided on the procurement platform.