Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Maharashtra Investigates Rs 62-Crore Cold Chain Equipment Tender
Maharashtra's Health Department is investigating a Rs 62-crore tender for cold chain equipment used to store vaccines, due to concerns about inflated prices and rule-breaking.
It's the second investigation in a week.
An anonymous complaint mentioned the tender was completed before the state assembly elections.
Allegations include that the tender process favored specific contractors, and that equipment was purchased at rates four to five times above the market price.
The government is looking into possible violations of procurement guidelines, including the 'Make in India' policy.
Maharashtra's Health Department is probing a Rs 62-crore tender for cold chain equipment.
The tender process is under scrutiny for potential irregularities and inflated prices.
An anonymous complaint triggered the investigation into the tender.
The inquiry is the second probe in a week related to medical equipment purchases.
The purchase order prices far exceeded market rates, indicating financial mismanagement.
- Who
- Maharashtra's Public Health Department
- What
- Investigation into a Rs 62-crore tender for cold chain equipment.
- When
- Inquiry ordered on June 2; tenders issued in July 2024.
- Where
- Maharashtra, India
- Why
- To investigate alleged irregularities in the tender process.
Allegations of Wrongdoing
Health Department's Stance
Transparency and Accountability
Allegations of Wrongdoing
The tender process was rigged, possibly allowing for corruption.
Health Department's Stance
The Health Department is committed to uncovering irregularities and taking appropriate action.
Procurement Practices
Allegations of Wrongdoing
The tender process favored specific contractors.
Health Department's Stance
The government aims to ensure fair procurement and guideline adherence.
- Tender Value
- Rs 62 crore
- Equipment
- Cold chain equipment (ILRs and deep freezers)
- Alleged Irregularities
- Inflated prices, tender guideline violations
- Complaint Filed
- April 18 via CPGRAMS
- Contractors Involved
- Ashoka Sthapatya Pvt Ltd, Rahul Distributors Pvt Ltd
- Purchase Order Prices
- Rs 3,04,995 (ILRs), Rs 2,45,440 (Deep Freezers)
- Market Price Discrepancy
- Equipment prices four to five times higher than market rates
