Noida Metro invites tender for license of commercial bare spaces at various metro stations of Noida – Greater Noida corridor

Noida Metro Rail Corporation (NMRC) Ltd. has invited online open e-Bids from interested Bidder/s to submit their proposals as per provisions of this Request for Proposal Document (RFP) for setting up, operating and maintaining mixed convenience stores in the form of kiosks, through licensing of commercial bare spaces at various metro stations of Noida – Greater Noida Corridor of Noida Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.

  • Tender Reference Number: NMRC/PB/Kiosks/190 R/202/2022
  • Name of Work: RFP for setting up, operating and maintaining mixed convenience stores in the form of kiosks, through licensing of commercial bare spaces at various metro stations of Noida – Greater Noida Corridor of Noida Metro Rail Corporation Ltd.
  • EMD: INR 1.50 Lakh
  • Licence Period: 05 Years
  • Pre Bid Meeting: 17th June, 2022
  • Document Download / Sale Start Date: 08th June, 2022
  • Document Download / Sale End Date: 01st July, 2022
  • Bid Submission Start Date: 08th June, 2022
  • Bid Submission End Date: 01st July, 2022
  • Bid Opening Date: 01st July, 2022

Scope of Work:

  • The selected Bidder shall use the offered location(s) for the sole purpose of developing, operating and maintaining the business activities except those which are under negative/banned usages list as per this RFP, with the prior approval of NMRC during the license period term and shall ensure that the business activities must be developed, operated and maintained as per international standards which will further enhance the aesthetic and brand value of NMRC and further the range of products must be comparable both in terms of quality and price in accordance with the Good Industry Practice. The detailed scope and the terms and conditions governing the license defined and stipulated in the License Agreement.
  • The Location(s) will be handed over to the selected bidder on “as is where is basis” and NMRC shall not be responsible for its renovation, maintenance and up-keep from the actual date of handing over. Selected bidders shall be required to execute all work at their own cost and as per NMRC specifications as required for development, operation and maintenance of the offered space.
  • The selected bidder shall at all times comply with the Service Standards and such other covenants as may be prescribed by NMRC.
  • That the LICENSEE shall appoint a Manager/Supervisor whose scope of services shall be as follows:
    • Store & sell only approved and standard products.
    • Sell only packaged products produced under standard hygienic conditions with the ingredients of the best available quality.
    • Ensure that the Products conform to the standards required by the Health Department of the Municipality and the Government and further ensure that the said Products are prepared up to the standards prescribed by the Food Adulteration Act, 1954 and the rules framed there under and its amendment from time to time and in possession of FSAAI certificate (If applicable). The valid relevant certificates must be available in the Kiosks/Outlet at all times during the license period.
    • Supervise the operations of the kiosks.
    • Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the said Premises and the services are conducted in a clean, proper and efficient manner.

Development of Licensed Space:

  • Licensee shall be permitted to carry out development of the licensed space as per feasibility and site conditions within the offered space, like creation of temporary structures and related works including electricity supply, fire fighting arrangements, security and safety, cleanliness etc.
  • That all the development work on the offered space shall duly adhere to the provision of all Applicable Laws including and in particular the prevalent Building Bye Laws and specified guidelines/ requirements of other competent authorities as per NMRC specifications and within the Scope of Work of this License Agreement.
  • The design and construction work on the licensed bare space shall be in the form of temporary structures only and shall be permitted strictly conforming to relevant Standard Building Codes and good industry practice.
  • It shall be the Licensee’s sole responsibility to obtain all necessary clearance/ approval/ sanction from NMRC and other competent civic authorities for development/ modifications, fire protection system, etc. NMRC shall only provide assistance wherever possible on the best effort basis without any legal and binding obligations to facilitate the process.
  • It is the licensee’s responsibility to obtain Fire NOC (If applicable) for the aforesaid development work as per relevant BIS Code of Practice and norms of NMRC & from concerned Fire Services for the usage of the licensed space at their own cost.
  • Licensee shall ensure that no structural damage is caused to the existing assets/building and other permanent structure (if any) as a result of their activities.
  • Licensee shall be responsible for safety, soundness and durability of the work undertaken by the Licensee including other structures forming part thereof.
  • The facilities and works being undertaken or installed, shall not in any manner affect, hinder or interfere with the free movement of the users/commuters. No surplus construction machinery and material, including any hazardous material and wastes shall be left at any place in the site.
  • No material shall be stored or kept outside the site or in a common area meant for movement of persons. Any special cleaning or drain clearance necessary as a result of the alteration works shall be carried out by Licensee at their own cost.
  • The Licensee may deploy security staff at their own cost for the safety of licensed space. Licensee shall bear all risk & cost and consequences of this development work in Licensed Space.
  • On completion of development work, the Licensee shall furnish “As Built Drawings” of the premises including details of services along with all permissions/ approvals taken from the concerned departments (if applicable).
  • The Licensee is expected to apply & obtain all necessary approvals/ permissions and timely to complete all development activities within specified fitment period of 90 days from handing over of the site. For any delay in completion of work, NMRC shall not be responsible. In any case, the License Fee shall become chargeable after the specified fitment period excluding some exceptional circumstances.
  • The work of installations/refurbishing/repairing must be done as per specifications/materials mentioned as per Section – 16 of License Agreement.

Operation & Maintenance of Licensed Space:

  • Licensee may allow use of the licensed space(s) for all commercial activities other than those mentioned in list of banned usages placed at Annexure B but only after obtaining prior written approval of NMRC.
  • Licensee shall ensure that all electrical wiring, power outlets and gadgets used are maintained properly, guarded against short circuits / fires. The instructions of NMRC’s electrical inspectors/ authorized representative shall be complied by the licensee at their own cost. The licensee shall make all the electrical provision as per guidelines of concerned authority.
  • In case of any accident caused due to negligence of the Licensee resulting into injury/ death to NMRC employees/ other users/ any person or loss to NMRC property, Licensee shall compensate the loss(es), without prejudice to other actions under this Agreement at the sole discretion of NMRC, including termination of Agreement.
  • The Licensee voluntarily and unequivocally agrees not to seek any claims, damages, compensation or any other consideration whatsoever because of implementing the instruction issued by NMRC fire officer, electrical inspector, Security officer or their authorized representatives from time to time.
  • The overall control and supervision of the premises shall remain vested with NMRC who shall have right to inspect the whole or part of the licensed spaces as and when considered necessary, with respect to its bonafide use and in connection with fulfillment of the other terms and conditions of the license agreement.
  • The Licensee voluntarily and unequivocally agrees to provide un-fettered access to the fire officer & other officials of NMRC for inspection of Licensed Space or for repair of NMRC utilities passing through the Licensed Space at any time and to abide by and comply with all instructions as may be indicated by the fire officer & other officials. If any fixtures or utility is running through the licensed area, proper protection as advised by NMRC shall be done by Licensee.
  • Licensee and their employees or other persons involved in the execution of the work shall not, in any way, impinge on the safety and security of passenger/commuters/general public and safety of NMRC properties and its assets.
  • The Licensee and their authorized representatives including their sub-licensees or their further authorized representatives shall have free access to the licensed spaces at all times.

Source: NMRC -Tender | Image Credit (representational): NMRC