Hiring of 09 EFCBs with Boatsmen and Equipment for Border Security Operations

This tender is issued by the Border Security Force (BSF), under the Department of Central Armed Police Forces and the Ministry of Home Affairs, for the hiring of essential marine assets. The specific requirement, identified by Bid Number GEM/2026/B/8099869, pertains to the hiring of nine (09) EFCBs (Explosive Detection Canine Boats) along with their dedicated boatsmen. These vessels must be less than five years old, operate without air-conditioning, and have a capacity for 10-15 personnel. Crucially, the successful service provider must ensure each boat is equipped with a 700 HP outboard motor, a wood construction, a comprehensive repair kit, lifebuoys, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid box. The tender period opens on 01-10-2026 at 1:53 PM and closes on 16-10-2026 at 5:00 PM. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of INR 98,500.0 is required. This opportunity is being managed by the 149 Bn BSF located at 17 Mile Baishnabnagar, Malda, 732127, and is a critical procurement for the BSF's operational readiness.