Elephant Feed Supply Assam Tender Under Guwahati Wildlife Division
The elephant feed supply Assam tender has been published by the Government of Assam for Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.
The Government of Assam, through its Guwahati Wildlife Division, under the authority of the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife and Chief Wildlife Warden), has issued a tender titled "Supply of Elephant Feed for departmental captive Elephant under Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary for a period of 365 days." The tender reference number is NIT No.06 and the tender ID is 2026_PCCF_54585_1.
The procurement focuses on the supply contract of elephant feed dedicated to the department’s captive elephant(s) at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Basistha, Guwahati-29. The tender is categorized under Roads / Civil Works, specifically classified as "Works" under civil works – others. This contract requires supply services over a full year, enabling continuous feeding support for the sanctuary's captive elephant population.
The estimated contract value is approximately INR 0.4018 crore (40,17,919 rupees), with an earnest money deposit (EMD) set at INR 80,358 and a tender fee of INR 1,000. The tender was published on October 17, 2026, with the closing date and bid opening both scheduled on November 5, 2026. No pre-bid meeting date has been specified.
This tender reflects a government-led initiative within the forestry and wildlife sector to ensure care and maintenance of captive elephants within the protected wooded landscape of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary. The procurement supports ongoing departmental operations for wildlife conservation under a verified government source, establishing accountability and transparency in public resource use.
| Tender ID | 2026_PCCF_54585_1 |
|---|---|
| Tender Reference | NIT No.06 |
| Issuing Authority | Government of Assam |
| Authority Type | Government |
| Project Category | Roads / Civil Works |
| Location | Basistha, Guwahati-29, Assam |
| Estimated Value | ₹0.4018 Crore |
| Citizen Benefit | Supports welfare of captive elephants in Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Contract Type | Supply |
| Submission Deadline | 2026-11-05 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | Not Applicable |
| Document Fee | ₹1,000 |
| EMD | ₹80,358 |
| Issued Under Scheme | Standalone |
| Tender Portal Link | Not stated |
This tender represents a tangible government commitment to animal welfare and wildlife conservation under Assam’s forestry administration. By focusing on the supply of quality feed for captive elephants, the Government of Assam ensures the health and wellbeing of these iconic animals within the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary.
Elephants hold significant cultural, ecological, and environmental importance in Assam. Their care within government-managed sanctuaries aids in preserving biodiversity, sustaining eco-tourism, and upholding conservation ethics. Maintaining captive elephants in healthy condition also reduces risks associated with human-elephant conflict outside the sanctuary.
Citizens benefit indirectly through such procurement as it supports protected habitat management and reinforces the state's role in responsible wildlife stewardship. Such supply chain contracts ensure that wildlife departments have the necessary resources to uphold animal welfare standards. Transparency in tendering further builds public trust in government projects and use of public funds.
While the tender specifically addresses supply logistics, its implications stretch to sustaining Assam’s natural heritage and contributing to the broader environmental governance framework critical to the region.
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