Tender Details

Tender Details

Tender ID SkillTender862
Reference No. TrainingTender873
Tender Brief Expression of Interest (EOI): Empanelment of Training Providers, Skill Development, EDP & RPL for Scheduled Tribe Youth – Maharashtra
Tender Description Skill Development Tender Maharashtra, Training Provider Empanelment, ST Youth Skill Training, Eklavya Kushal Scheme, NSDC Training Tender, Skill Development EOI, Maharashtra Government Skill Tender
Pre-Qualification Criteria
Issuing Authority
Shabari Adivasi Vitta Va Vikas Mahamandal Maryadit, Nashik
(Under Tribal Development Department, Government of Maharashtra)
Tender Type
Expression of Interest (EOI) – Empanelment of Training Providers
Mode of Submission
Online through MahaTenders Portal
EOI document also available on Eklavya Kushal Portal
Scope of Work
Empanelled Training Providers (TPs) will be responsible for implementing NSQF-aligned skill development programs for Scheduled Tribe (ST) youth in Maharashtra under the Eklavya Kushal Scheme, including:
  1. Short Term Skill Training (Residential & Non-Residential)
  2. Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP)
  3. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
  4. Mobilisation and counselling of candidates
  5. Aadhaar-linked enrolment and attendance
  6. Training delivery as per NSDC/MSSDS norms
  7. Assessment & certification through approved agencies
  8. Placement/self-employment facilitation (minimum 75%)
  9. Post-placement tracking for at least 6 months
  10. Pre-Qualification Criteria
(For applicants other than Government/Semi-Government bodies)
  1. Legally registered entity (Company/LLP/Partnership/Society/Trust)
  2. Minimum 3 years of existence
  3. Positive net worth as on 31 March 2025
  4. Average annual turnover of ₹75 lakh from skill development activities during the last three financial years (FY 2022–23 to FY 2024–25)
  5. Accreditation/association with NSDC / MSSDS / DDU-GKY (Funded or Non-Funded)
  6. Minimum 500 candidates trained in the last 5 years
  7. Minimum 75% placement/self-employment rate
  8. Office presence in Maharashtra (or commitment to establish within 60 days)
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible applicants include:
  1. Government and Semi-Government institutions (KVKs, ITIs, Polytechnics, Universities, etc.)
  2. Corporate training institutions
  3. Approved private ITIs, Polytechnics, Engineering Colleges, Universities
  4. Startups recognised by DPIIT (Startup India) – eligible for relaxations
Note: Consortiums and franchise models are not permitted.
Financial Criteria
  1. Tender Document Fee: ₹20,000 (non-refundable)
  2. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): ₹2,00,000 (refundable, non-interest bearing)

Exemption:

MSME/MSE and DPIIT-recognised Startups are exempted from Tender Fee and EMD upon submission of valid proof.
Performance Security
  1. Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): 3% of work order value
  2. Valid for contract period + 180 days
  3. To be submitted within stipulated time after work order issuance
Submission Guidelines
  1. Online submission only via MahaTenders portal
  2. Single-stage Technical Bid
  3. All annexures (1–14) to be duly filled and uploaded with supporting documents
  4. EOI validity: 180 days
  5. Conditional bids will be rejected
  6. Class III Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) mandatory
Selection & Evaluation Process
  1. Technical Evaluation (80 marks) + Presentation (20 marks)
  2. Minimum 60/80 required to qualify for presentation
  3. Minimum 70/100 required for due diligence
  4. Final empanelment subject to field verification of centres and documents
  5. Empanelment validity: 2 years (targets allocated annually based on performance)
Key Dates & Deadlines
Activity
Date & Time
Tender Publishing Date
16 December 2025 – 11:30 AM
Pre-Bid Meeting
22 December 2025 – 12:30 PM
Last Date for Queries
22 December 2025
Bid Submission Closing Date
09 January 2026 – 6:00 PM
Tender Opening Date
12 January 2026 – 11:00 AM
Important Notes
  1. Empanelment does not guarantee allocation of work
  2. Work orders will be issued based on capacity, performance, and scheme requirements
  3. Shabari Mahamandal reserves the right to amend or cancel the EOI at any stage without assigning reasons
Tender Fee (Number) ₹20,000 (non-refundable)
EMD (Number) ₹2,00,000 (refundable)
Mode of EMD Online
Estimated Cost NA
Start Date of Document Collection 16 December 2025 – 11:30 AM
Pre-Bid Meeting Date 22 December 2025 – 12:30 PM
Last Date for Submission 09 January 2026 – 6:00 PM
Opening Date 12 January 2026 – 11:00 AM
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