[Request for Proposal (RFP) To Develop, Operate and Maintain Duty-Free Outlets At Calicut International Airport] open

Overview

The Airports Authority of India has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the development, operation, and maintenance of duty-free outlets at Calicut International Airport. This tender is categorized under global tenders and is aimed at service providers in the miscellaneous services sector.

Scope / Work

The successful bidder will be responsible for developing, operating, and maintaining duty-free outlets at Calicut Airport. The contract is a lump-sum type, with a total tender value of ₹2,18,50,210. The work period is set for 2555 days, and bidders must ensure compliance with the pre-qualification criteria as per the Notice Inviting Tender (NIT).

Fees & EMD

• Tender Fee: ₹50,000 (non-exemptible)
• EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): ₹67,30,000 (fixed, non-exemptible)

Payment for both the tender fee and EMD must be made online.

Key dates

• Publish Date: 17-Feb-2026 05:00 PM
• Document Download Start Date: 17-Feb-2026 05:00 PM
• Document Download End Date: 01-Apr-2026 05:00 PM
• Bid Submission Start Date: 17-Feb-2026 05:00 PM
• Bid Submission End Date: 01-Apr-2026 05:00 PM
• Clarification Start Date: 17-Feb-2026 05:00 PM
• Clarification End Date: 25-Feb-2026 05:00 PM
• Bid Opening Date: 02-Apr-2026 05:00 PM
• Pre-Bid Meeting: 23-Feb-2026 11:00 AM (Online)

Documents

Bidders can download the following documents from the e-tender portal:

• Tender Document
• Financial Bid

How to proceed

Interested bidders should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and prepare their bids accordingly, adhering to the timelines specified above. Participation in the pre-bid meeting is recommended for clarifications.