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Chennaicustoms Direct Recruitment In The Grade Of Halwai Cum Cook And Assis Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Chennaicustoms for the post of Direct Recruitment In The Grade Of Halwai Cum Cook And Assis. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
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Active Procurement Tenders by Chennaicustoms
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Tender Notice - Chennaicustoms (Tender: Gener Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Procure a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and complete mandatory organizational registration on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) or Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform prior to tender document download.

2

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit formal queries regarding recruitment deliverables, scope ambiguities, and administrative requirements for the Chennaicustoms tender.

3

Compile and upload the complete two-cover bid, ensuring Cover 1 strictly contains all mandatory pre-qualification documents, technical compliance sheets, and statutory certificates without any financial figures.

4

Submit the Cover 2 commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial quote accurately, ensuring all statutory deductions, administrative service charges, and applicable Goods and Services Tax are clearly segregated.

5

Await the final financial evaluation, reverse auction if applicable, and receipt of the formal Letter of Award (LoA) from Chennaicustoms, followed by timely submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Chennaicustoms Direct Recruitment In The Grade Of Halwai Cum Cook And Assis Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must demonstrate an average annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements.
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must have successfully executed similar recruitment support or manpower outsourcing projects for central or state government departments, autonomous bodies, or public sector undertakings during the past seven years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, Provident Fund (EPF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), and a valid labor license under the applicable Contract Labor Act.
Statutory Benchmark In accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy for Micro and Small Enterprises, registered MSMEs and Startups are exempted from EMD and prior turnover criteria, subject to submission of valid certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for direct recruitment logistics and operational support services by Chennaicustoms entails a robust financial framework governed by GFR 2017. The estimated contract valuation is determined through meticulous market analysis. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2 percent of the estimated value is mandated to filter non-serious bidders, accepted via Bank Guarantee or online transfer. Upon successful adjudication, the lowest responsive bidder must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to secure against defaults. Tender document fees, where applicable, remain strictly non-refundable in line with public procurement directives. Furthermore, to enforce strict timeline adherence for recruitment administration, a Liquidated Damages (LD) clause of 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week is stipulated, subject to a statutory maximum ceiling of 10 percent of the aggregate contract price.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

Contractual execution adheres strictly to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Any disputes arising out of or in connection with the agreement shall be resolved amicably, failing which it shall be referred to sole arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Payments shall be disbursed based on milestone billing tied to verified recruitment stages. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is enforced for rectifying administrative or procedural discrepancies post-recruitment. Additionally, an Integrity Pact may be enforced to ensure absolute transparency and curb malpractices.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Chennaicustoms Direct Recruitment I

Are Joint Ventures or Consortia permitted to participate in this recruitment support tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortia are strictly prohibited from bidding to ensure single-point accountability and direct contractual responsibility.

What is the acceptable format and validity requirement for the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) Bank Guarantee?

The EMD must be submitted in the prescribed pro forma from a scheduled commercial bank in India, remaining valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period required for this procurement process?

Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance by Chennaicustoms for a minimum period of 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Is there a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable during the tenure of the contract?

Prices quoted shall remain firm and fixed throughout the contract duration, except for statutory revisions in minimum wages or government levies which will be reimbursed as per actuals.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required to open the commercial financial bids?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 based on the evaluation matrix specified in the tender document to qualify for financial opening.

Can micro and small enterprises claim exemption from the cost of tender documents?

Yes, MSEs registered with NSIC or Udyam portal are exempt from paying tender document fees and EMD upon submission of valid registration documents.