[For Hiring of 81 (Eighty one Fully Built Bus As per AIS 052 Bus Code and AIS153 or latest Type-II Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning HVAC Diesel Engine Heavy Passenger Vehicle-M3 Min. 51 D Seater 4X2 Single AXLE BS 6 OBD-II Or Latest with Stand] open

Overview

The Department of Transport is inviting bids for the hiring of 81 fully built buses compliant with AIS 052 and AIS 153 standards. This open tender is categorized under services and follows an item rate contract format. The tender aims to procure buses equipped with Type-II Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems, powered by BS 6 OBD-II diesel engines.

Scope / Work

Bidders are required to provide 81 fully built buses that meet the specified technical standards. The work involves ensuring that the buses are suitable for heavy passenger transport, with a minimum seating capacity of 51. Bidders should refer to the tender documents for detailed pre-qualification requirements and specifications.

Fees & EMD

• Tender Fee: ₹1,180, which is non-exemptible.
• EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): ₹10,00,000, with exemptions allowed under certain conditions. This is a fixed amount and must be submitted online.

Key dates

• Tender Published: 07-May-2026 at 06:20 PM
• Pre-Bid Meeting: 11-May-2026 at 11:30 AM at the Managing Director's office in Chandigarh.
• Bid Submission Start: 07-May-2026 at 06:20 PM
• Bid Submission End: 21-May-2026 at 01:00 PM
• Bid Opening: 21-May-2026 at 02:00 PM
• Clarification Period: 07-May-2026 to 11-May-2026

Bidders should ensure timely submission of documents and compliance with all requirements outlined in the tender documents. It is advisable to attend the pre-bid meeting for clarifications and to strengthen the bid proposal.