Catering Tenders – Government Catering Contracts in India

Discover catering tenders from government departments, railways, PSUs and public institutions across India. Track contracts for canteen operations, institutional catering, railway catering and food services.

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Catering service (Duration Based) - VEG & N/VEG; B/FAST, LUCNH & DINNER; Special Buffet.

Department Of Defence, Director General Of National Cadet Corps dgncc

SHAMLI, UTTAR PRADESH
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Deadline10 Oct 2026
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STC Jaipur, Punjab National Bank

JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN
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Deadline14 Oct 2026
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30 Lakh
Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Tender for Catering Services

STC Jaipur, Punjab National Bank

JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN
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Deadline14 Oct 2026
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Catering service (Event Based) - Lunch; Veg; Special Buffet.

Health And Family Welfare Department

NORTH WEST, DELHI
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Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Catering service (Duration Based) - Veg; Breakfast Lunch High tea; AS PER ATC.

Small Scale Industries and Export Promotion Department

LUCKNOW, UTTAR PRADESH
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Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Catering service (Event Based) - As per ATC; Veg; As per ATC.

Forest And Environment Department

BHARUCH, GUJARAT
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Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Deadline15 Oct 2026
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Tender for Catering Services

STC Jaipur, Punjab National Bank

JAIPUR, RAJASTHAN
Estimated Value
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Deadline14 Oct 2026
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Check the Service Requirements Before You Bid

Catering contracts can vary from operating a small institutional canteen to managing large-scale food services. Review the complete requirement before shortlisting.


Service Scope

Check meal requirements, service timings and expected volume.

Eligibility

Review catering experience, turnover and similar-work criteria.

Food Compliance

Check applicable food-safety and statutory requirements.

Manpower

Understand staffing, kitchen and service requirements.

Commercial Terms

Review pricing, EMD, security and contract duration.

Bid Schedule

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How Catering Contracts Are Awarded

A catering tender allows a government organisation or public institution to procure food preparation, canteen operation, meal supply or related catering services through a competitive process.

The exact model depends on the buyer. Some contracts are focused purely on food service, while others combine catering with kitchen management, housekeeping or facility operations. Railway contracts can separately involve onboard catering and pantry services. e

Businesses supplying food products rather than operating catering services can also explore [Food Tenders for broader government food procurement.

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Central and state catering-service contracts.

Railway Procurement

IRCTC and applicable railway catering opportunities.

Institutional Procurement

Government institutes, campuses and guest houses.

PSU Procurement

Employee canteens and operational catering contracts.


TENDERPROCURE INSIGHT

Catering businesses should filter opportunities by service type + daily volume + location + contract duration + eligibility, rather than applying to every food-service tender. Operational capacity can matter as much as contract value.
Compliance & Corrigendum Advisory:Always verify the latest corrigendum before preparing your financial quotation. Minor amendment notices frequently alter delivery timelines, eligibility criteria, or submission dates.

FAQs About Catering Tenders

Everything you need to know about what people frequently asks about this page.

QWhat are catering tenders?

Catering tenders are procurement opportunities for food preparation, meal supply, canteen operation and other catering services required by government and public-sector organisations.

QHow can I get government catering tenders?

Search opportunities matching your location and catering capability, review eligibility and service requirements, prepare the requested technical and financial documents, and submit through the official procurement channel.

QWhat is a canteen tender?

A canteen tender generally involves operating or providing food services at a government office, institution, PSU, hospital or other facility.

QHow can I find railway catering tenders?

Railway catering opportunities can be tracked through procurement issued by IRCTC and applicable railway organisations. IRCTC published onboard train-catering procurement in 2026. 

QAre IRCTC catering tenders included?

Yes. Relevant IRCTC catering opportunities can appear within the broader catering category, while the dedicated IRCTC Tenders page can cover IRCTC-specific procurement in greater depth.

QWhat documents are required for catering tenders?

Requirements vary by tender, but they can include FSSAI registration, GST details, catering experience, turnover records, work-completion certificates and labour-related registrations. eProcure

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