Emergency Water Trucking and Distribution for VOC Port Water Scarcity

The V.O. Chidambaranar Port Trust, a Public Sector Undertaking, is inviting bids for an urgent and critical requirement: the emergency supply and distribution of water via water lorries to address water scarcity in the Allikulam, Beach, and Oyster Water Tank areas for a period of one month. This tender, identified by Tender Reference Number CIV-OFCMS-MNT-EMERG-V1-26 and Tender ID 2026_VOCPT_293695_1, falls under the "Works" tender category and specifically the "Civil Works" product category. The estimated tender value is ₹42,97,500, with an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹86,000 required. Bidders are advised that document download and bid submission commence on October 7, 2026, at 03:30 PM, with the bid submission deadline set for October 14, 2026, at 03:00 PM. The bid opening is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 03:30 PM. This is a limited tender with a single cover containing EMD proof, tender acceptance annexure, and the price bid. Further details regarding the work description, bid validity of 60 days, and other contractual terms are available for download and reference. The Chief Engineer's office at VOCPA is the inviting authority for this crucial procurement.