AUCTION: Canteen Contract for Central Jail Gahkuch for Financial Year 2026-27

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The Superintendent Central Jail Gahkuch invites sealed bids for the canteen contract for the jail for the financial year 2026-27. This auction is open to eligible parties interested in operating the jail canteen and providing food and beverage services to inmates and staff. The contract will be awarded for one year, and the successful bidder will be responsible for running the canteen as per jail regulations and standards. Items being auctioned: - Canteen contract for Central Jail Gahkuch for the period of financial year 2026-27 (annual contract) The reserve price for the canteen contract is set at Rs. 280,000 per annum. Interested parties must submit a Call Deposit Receipt (CDR) of Rs. 280,000 as earnest money along with their bid. The tender form and detailed terms and conditions can be obtained from the office of the Superintendent Central Jail Gahkuch upon payment of Rs. 6,000 (non-refundable) as per GB PPRA rules. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the office of the Superintendent Central Jail Gahkuch by 11:00 AM on 30th October 2026. The auction will be held on the same day at 12:00 PM in the presence of the bidders or their authorized representatives. Late submissions will not be entertained, and incomplete bids will be rejected. Bidders are advised to ensure all required documents and earnest money are attached to avoid disqualification. A practical tip: visit the jail premises beforehand to understand the canteen's operational requirements and expected footfall, which will help in preparing a competitive and realistic bid.