Chennaicustoms Establishment Chennai Custom House Group Cadres In The Depar Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Chennaicustoms for the post of Establishment Chennai Custom House Group Cadres In The Depar. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), Diploma / Technical Certificate, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Skill / Trade Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Recruitment In The Grade Of Halwai Cum | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Marine Wing Under Direct Recruitment Quota In | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Chennaicustoms (Tender: Gener | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Step 1: Vendors must register on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) or GeM 4.0 using a valid Class III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for token authentication and authorized profile setup.
Step 2: Prospective bidders should thoroughly review tender documents and submit formal queries during the pre-bid clarification meeting window to resolve ambiguities regarding the recruitment scope.
Step 3: Prepare and upload the two-cover bid containing technical credentials, statutory compliance certificates, and mandatory declarations strictly within the designated submission portal before the deadline.
Step 4: Following technical evaluation, the commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial bids of technically qualified bidders are opened online to identify the lowest evaluated compliant bidder (L1).
Step 5: Upon successful financial evaluation and internal approvals, Chennaicustoms will issue the official Letter of Award (LoA), followed by contract signing and submission of the PBG.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Chennaicustoms Establishment Chennai Custom House Group Cadres In The Depar Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:
| Evaluation Benchmark | Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant |
|---|---|
| Annual Turnover Criteria | Bidders must possess 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. |
| Similar Project Execution Experience | Successful completion of similar recruitment processing, manpower outsourcing, or establishment support services for Central or State Government departments, PSUs, or autonomous bodies in the last 7 years. |
| Statutory Licenses and Compliance | Mandatory possession of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and applicable State/Central Labor Licenses under the Contract Labour Act to ensure uncompromised statutory adherence. |
| MSME and Startup Exemption | Relaxation of prior turnover and prior experience criteria extended to eligible Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and Startups in accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to furnishing valid certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement dossier for the Chennaicustoms establishment recruitment support services entails a rigorous financial structuring in alignment with the General Financial Rules (GFR 2017) and GeM guidelines. The contract valuation reflects the comprehensive nature of workforce deployment for Group Cadres. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2 percent of the estimated tender value is mandated to filter non-serious bidders, payable via demand draft or bank guarantee. Upon successful selection, the Lowest (L1) bidder must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to secure against operational default. While tender document fees are exempted as per rule provisions for MSMEs, the contract incorporates a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause enforcing a penalty of 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the aggregate contract price, ensuring strict adherence to service delivery timelines.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract strictly adheres to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC), mandating milestone-based billing linked to verified service delivery outputs. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is enforced to rectify any discrepancies in service execution. Any disputes arising out of the contract shall be resolved amicably through conciliation, failing which it shall be referred to sole arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings held in Chennai. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is compulsory to maintain absolute transparency, probity, and prevent corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Chennaicustoms Establishment Chenna
No, Joint Ventures and Consortia are strictly prohibited from bidding. Only single, independent legal entities meeting all pre-qualification criteria are eligible to apply.
The EMD must be submitted either online through the portal or as a Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, remaining valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.
Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission.
Prices quoted shall remain firm and fixed throughout the contract duration, except for statutory revisions in minimum wages or taxes, which will be reimbursed upon production of documentary proof.
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 bid opening.
All formal queries and offline statutory documents must be addressed to the designated Tender Inviting Authority, Office of the Commissioner of Customs, Chennaicustoms, Chennai Custom House.