On-Board Housekeeping Services (OBHS) for Indian Railways: Manpower, Tools, Consumables, and PPE Supply

This tender, originating from the Indian Railways, Ministry of Railways, specifically from the Office of the Principal Chief Mechanical Engineer of South Coast Railway, presents a comprehensive opportunity for service providers. The bid, designated as GEM/2026/B/8194169, focuses on the provision of "OBHS and Related Service for Railways (New Version 2.0)" and is structured across five distinct schedules. Schedule A encompasses the supply of manpower for the attention of On-Board Housekeeping Services (OBHS) across 14 trains, with comprehensive coverage including EPF, ESI, Bonus, and GST, and the scope extends to internal toilet, vestibule area, coach floor area, and door area, measured on a manual per hour basis. Schedule B addresses the provision of necessary tools and implements, also inclusive of GST, and following the same area and measurement specifications. Schedule C outlines the supply of consumables essential for OBHS activities, incorporating GST and adhering to the defined areas and manual per hour measurement. Schedule D pertains to miscellaneous items, again with GST inclusion and the specified area and measurement parameters. Finally, Schedule E covers the cost of uniforms and Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) as per the scope of work, including GST and following the same detailed specifications. Bids are to be submitted between 23-10-2026 5:52 PM and will close on 13-11-2026 3:00 PM.