Gararghat to Kolkata Bus Franchisee Operation Services

Work Description - Selection Of Bus Franchisee Operator For Operation Of Bus Services On Franchisee Basis ( Route- Gararghat - Kolkata)

The SOUTH BENGAL STATE TRANSPORT CORPORATION (SBSTC), a State Government and UT organization, is seeking to appoint a qualified Bus Franchisee Operator for the operation of bus services on a franchisee basis for the crucial route between Gararghat and Kolkata. This open tender, referenced as DTO-188/SBSTC/26 dated-12/08/2026, offers a unique opportunity for experienced operators to contribute to public transportation within the region. The work involves a contract period of 365 days with an EMD of ₹6,000, payable through online modes. Prospective bidders can download tender documents from August 13, 2026, at 06:00 PM until September 5, 2026, at 03:00 PM. The bid submission period commences on August 13, 2026, at 06:55 PM and concludes on September 5, 2026, at 03:00 PM. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2026, at 03:30 PM at the SBSTC Head Office, Durgapur - 713201. Bid opening will take place on September 7, 2026, at 03:00 PM at the same location. This tender is structured with two covers: Cover 1 for EMD, Eligibility Criteria, and NIT, and Cover 2 for the Financial Bid (BOQ). Further details regarding eligibility and technical evaluation are available in the tender documents.