Tender Details
| Tender ID | Tender1038 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Reference No. | TendersTime1038 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tender Brief | SSC Invites RFP for Technology & Operations Partner for Examination Systems and Candidate Services (₹1 Crore EMD) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tender Description | The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has issued an RFP for selection of a Technology & Operations Partner to manage examination systems, digital platforms, and candidate services. Check eligibility, scope of work, financial criteria, EMD, and submission deadlines. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Pre-Qualification Criteria SSC RFP 2026: Technology & Operations Partner for SSC Examinations and Candidate Services
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of a Service Provider (SP) as Technology & Operations Partner to support its digital ecosystem and examination operations across India.
The selected partner will be responsible for upgrading and managing SSC’s digital platforms, including the candidate portal, mobile application, examination workflow systems, analytics platforms, and helpline services.
SSC conducts multiple large-scale national recruitment examinations every year for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts in various ministries and departments of the Government of India, serving millions of candidates nationwide. The proposed project aims to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and digital service delivery across the entire examination lifecycle.
Key Tender Information
Objective of the Project
SSC intends to modernize and strengthen its digital examination ecosystem by onboarding a qualified technology partner responsible for:
The initiative will improve candidate experience, operational efficiency, and transparency in recruitment examinations conducted across India.
Scope of Work
The selected Service Provider will deliver services across 15 major functional areas, including:
1. Technology Platform Upgrades
2. New Digital Modules and Enhancements
Development and revamp of key examination modules such as:
3. Result ERP System
Design and deployment of a centralized result processing system with:
4. Telephony & Candidate Support Infrastructure
5. AI-Based Chatbot
Deployment of a Generative AI bilingual chatbot to assist candidates through SSC web and mobile platforms.
6. Data Analytics Platform
Development of centralized dashboards and MIS reporting covering:
7. Examination Operations Management
Support for SSC examinations including:
8. IT Operations & Maintenance
9. Helpline Operations
Pre-Qualification Criteria
Interested bidders must meet the following conditions:
Legal Status
Technical Certifications
Financial Eligibility
Profitability
Workforce Capacity
Project Experience
The bidder must have completed at least 3 similar web portal implementation projects with:
Government / Enterprise Experience
Experience working with:
Compliance
Financial Details
Bidders may submit Bid Securing Declaration instead of EMD as per government guidelines.
Submission Guidelines
Bidders must submit proposals through two channels:
Online Submission
Offline Submission
Submission Address:
Director (Administration) Staff Selection Commission Block No. 12, CGO Complex Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003 Technical bids and commercial bids will be evaluated separately through a two-stage evaluation process.
Document Checklist for Bidders
Applicants must submit the following documents:
Evaluation Process
The selection will follow a two-stage evaluation model:
The final selection will be based on a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) methodology.
About SSC Examinations
SSC conducts several national-level recruitment examinations every year including:
These examinations collectively attract millions of applicants annually, making SSC one of India’s largest recruitment agencies.
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| Tender Fee (Number) | Nil | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| EMD (Number) | ₹1,00,00,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mode of EMD | As per RFP | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Estimated Cost | NA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Start Date of Document Collection | 21 March 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Pre-Bid Meeting Date | 13 March 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Date for Submission | 31 March 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Opening Date | 01 April 2026 (Tentative) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Download the Document | View Document | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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