Food-grain transport tender in Hojai District Assam for 2026-27 launched by government
The food-grain transport tender for Assam's Hojai District 2026-27 was issued by the Government of Assam's Food Civil Supplies Department.
The Government of Assam, through the Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, Directorate of Food Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Office of the FCS and CA Hojai, has published a tender for appointing a handling and transport contractor for the Hojai District. The contract covers the fixation of transportation rates and the management of handling and transport services for food-grains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) in a two-tier system (Tier-I and Tier-II) for the fiscal year 2026-27. The scope of work involves physical transportation and handling of food-grains across designated locations within Hojai District, emphasizing physical infrastructure use and logistics. The contract duration is for one year (365 days). The tender carries an earnest money deposit (EMD) of INR 400,000 and a tender fee of INR 5,000. The tender was published on October 30, 2026, with the closing and bid opening date on November 19, 2026. This tender is essential for ensuring smooth food-grain distribution supported by government infrastructure in Assam, administered by a trusted government department.
| Tender ID | 2026_FCS_54694_1 |
|---|---|
| Tender Reference | eCF. No. 192690/2 |
| Issuing Authority | Government of Assam |
| Authority Type | State |
| Project Category | Miscellaneous Goods |
| Location | Hojai, Assam |
| Estimated Value | NA |
| Citizen Benefit | Not stated |
| Contract Type | Supply |
| Submission Deadline | 2026-11-19 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | Not Applicable |
| Document Fee | 5,000 |
| EMD | 4,00,000 INR |
| Issued Under Scheme | Standalone |
| Tender Portal Link | Not stated |
This tender directly impacts citizens of the Hojai District by facilitating the efficient transportation and handling of food-grains under the National Food Security Act for 2026-27. Reliable logistics and transport services are critical to maintaining a steady supply of essential food commodities to ration shops and designated distribution points. Effective transportation contractors help prevent delays, reduce wastage, and ensure that vulnerable populations receive timely access to subsidized food-grains. The contracting process also ensures transparency and accountability by fixing transportation rates through open government procurement. Ultimately, the tender supports the government's role in ensuring food security and stabilizing supply chains within Assam, which benefits both rural and urban residents dependent on public distribution systems.
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