[Appointment of Transporter for transportation and handling of foodgrains and other essential commodities to the FPS in A-Region (MTRA)] open

Overview

The Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department has issued an open tender for the appointment of a transporter responsible for the transportation and handling of foodgrains and other essential commodities to the Fair Price Shops (FPS) in the A-Region (MTRA). The tender is identified by the ID 2026_DFCSM_1299537_1 and was published on 30-Apr-2026.

Scope / Work

The successful bidder will be required to manage the logistics of foodgrains and essential commodities, ensuring timely delivery to designated FPS locations. The contract is categorized under 'Loading and Transportation Works/Services' and is structured as a percentage-based contract. The period of work is set for 1825 days, with a bid validity of 120 days. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for specific pre-qualification requirements.

Fees & EMD

There is no tender fee or EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) required for this tender, as both amounts are listed as 0.00. This may encourage a wider range of bidders to participate, as financial barriers are minimized.

Key dates

• Pre-Bid Meeting: 05-May-2026 at 11:00 AM (online, Mumbai)
• Bid Submission Start Date: 30-Apr-2026 06:55 PM
• Bid Submission End Date: 14-May-2026 04:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: 15-May-2026 04:00 PM
• Document Download Period: 30-Apr-2026 06:55 PM to 14-May-2026 04:00 PM

Bidders are advised to download the necessary documents within the specified timeframe and prepare their submissions accordingly. The tender documents can be accessed via the provided links.