Chennai Metro Rail Staffing Services Contract for Operational Support

Chennai Metro Rail Limited, a Central Government Ministry/Department, is inviting sealed bids under an open tender process for a critical service contract. This tender, identified by Tender ID 2026_CMRL_929662_1 and Tender Reference Number CMRL/HR/Service Contract/2026, seeks proposals for the provision of Supervisor/Overseer (Multi-Purpose work), Typist/Clerk, Driver, Office Assistant, Cook, and certain allied works within Chennai Metro Rail Limited. The total tender fee is ₹32,000, payable offline to the CMRL Bank Account in Chennai, with no exemption allowed. A substantial Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹13,66,640 is required, payable to the CMRL Bank Account in Chennai, and must be submitted through BG/ST. The tender documents are available for download from October 13, 2026, at 01:30 PM until November 10, 2026, at 03:00 PM, with the bid submission period commencing on November 4, 2026, at 06:00 PM and concluding on November 10, 2026, at 03:00 PM. Bidders are advised to note the bid opening date of November 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The tender involves two covers, with Cover 1 encompassing the Tender Fee and EMD Copy, along with essential documents such as Average Annual Financial Turnover for the last three financial years, Profit and Loss Account, Legal Status and Power of Attorney, Work Experience, and a duly sealed and signed Tender Document. Cover 2 is designated for financial submission, including the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Letter of Price Bid. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Chennai Metro Rail Limited (MetroS), providing an opportunity for prospective bidders to seek clarifications. The Chief General Manager (HR Legal) of Chennai Metro Rail Limited (MetroS) is the inviting authority for this significant service contract.