Tender Overview

The Indian Coast Guard under the Ministry of Defence has invited bids via GeM portal for Hiring of Tentage Material for Pollution Response Training and Exercise. This is a short-duration, service-based government tender with reverse auction enabled.

The selected bidder will be responsible for:

1. Providing tentage material for pollution response training exercises
2. Conducting venue measurement and layout planning (CAD diagram)
3. Supplying high-quality tent materials (VIP standards)
4. Managing complete event setup including entry/exit arrangements
5. Providing furnishing items like chair covers, frills, etc.
6. Ensuring on-site supervision and execution
7. Deployment of specialized personnel for execution

 Eligibility Criteria

✔ Technical Eligibility

1. Minimum 2 years of experience in similar services
2. Experience with Government / PSU / Defence organizations preferred
3. Must submit work orders/contracts as proof

1. Vendor should preferably be based in Mumbai for supervision

1. Acceptance of ATC (Additional Terms & Conditions)
2. Submission of layout plan and technical documents

1. Experience documents
2. Turnover details
3. ATC compliance certificate
4. Additional supporting documents (if applicable)

 Note:

1. MSE & Startups get relaxation in experience and turnover criteria (subject to proof)

Financial Criteria

1. Turnover requirement: Not explicitly defined
2. Net worth: Not specified
3. Financial evaluation: Total value-based

1. Tender Fee: ₹0 (No fee as per GeM rules)
2. EMD Amount: ₹29,623
3. EMD Exemption: Yes (for MSE & eligible bidders)
4. EMD Mode: As per GeM norms (generally online/bank-backed)

Submission Guidelines

1. Submission Mode: Online via GeM Portal
2. Bid Type: Two Packet Bid (Technical + Financial)
3. Reverse Auction: Yes (H1 bidder excluded)
4. Documents required:

Important:

1. Bidders must ensure complete compliance with GeM GTC
2. All documents must be uploaded digitally
3. No physical submission required

1. Tender Publish Date: 22 March 2026
2. Bid Submission Last Date: 30 March 2026 (12:00 PM)
3. Bid Opening Date: 30 March 2026 (12:30 PM)
4. Pre-Bid Meeting: Not Mentioned
5. Document Collection Start Date: 22 March 2026

Document Checklist

Bidders must upload:

1. ✔ Experience Certificates / Work Orders
2. ✔ Turnover Proof
3. ✔ ATC Acceptance Undertaking
4. ✔ Layout Plan / Technical Proposal
5. ✔ MSE / Startup Certificate (if claiming exemption)
6. ✔ Any additional documents requested in ATC

Tender Summary Table

 Additional Insights

1. Reverse Auction enabled increases competition
2. Short-duration tender indicates urgent procurement
3. MSE preference applicable up to L1+15%
4. Make in India compliance applicable
5. Performance Bank Guarantee (ePBG): 3%