Procurement of Mepiquat Chloride for Cotton Productivity Initiative

Work Description - Procurement Of Mepiquat Chloride Under Mission For Cotton Productivity For 21 Districts In 2026-27

The Commissionerate of Agriculture, through the office of the Joint Director of Agriculture, Thiruvarur, is pleased to announce an Open Tender for the procurement of Mepiquat Chloride, a critical component for the Mission for Cotton Productivity initiative. This tender, reference number C4/4038/2026, seeks to acquire Mepiquat Chloride for distribution across 21 districts during the 2026-27 agricultural season. The estimated tender value is ₹1,94,00,000 with an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹1,94,000, which can be provided via Bank Guarantee or subject to specific exemptions as detailed in the tender document. This is an item-rate contract for goods classified under Chemicals. The tender process will involve two covers, with the first cover encompassing fee, pre-qualification, and technical documents, including GST registration, tax filings, relevant licenses, financial standing evidence, EMD receipt, experience certificates, tender letter, bank certificates for credit facilities, and quality test reports. The second cover is reserved for the Price Bid in BOQ format. The tender documents will be available for download from September 2, 2026, at 11:15 AM until September 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bids must be submitted between September 2, 2026, at 11:30 AM and September 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Bid opening is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM at the office of the Joint Director of Agriculture, Thiruvarur. A pre-bid meeting will be held on September 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the same location to address any queries. Interested parties are encouraged to carefully review the tender document for detailed specifications and eligibility criteria.