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Tender Brief OSEPA Invites EOI for Selection of Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) for Vocational Education in 315 Schools Across Odisha
Tender Description Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) invites Expression of Interest (EOI) from eligible Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) to implement vocational education programs in 315 secondary and higher secondary schools in Odisha under Samagra Shiksha/PM SHRI. Check eligibility, turnover criteria, submission process, and important dates.
Pre-Qualification Criteria
OSEPA EOI 2026 – Selection of Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) for Vocational Education in Odisha Schools
The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) has invited an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the selection of Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) to implement vocational education programmes in government secondary and higher secondary schools across Odisha.
The initiative is part of the Vocationalization of School Education (VSE) under the Samagra Shiksha / PM SHRI scheme, aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF).
Selected partners will support vocational training delivery, trainer deployment, industry exposure, and skill certification for students in 315 sector schools across Odisha.
Scope of Work
The selected Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) will be responsible for implementing vocational education programs in 315 government schools across Odisha. Key responsibilities include:
1. Deployment of Human Resources
  1. Recruit and deploy Vocational Trainers (VTs) and Vocational Coordinators (VCs).
  2. Ensure trainers meet qualification standards set by PSSCIVE / Ministry of Education.
  3. Deploy a State Head for project coordination.
2. Vocational Training Delivery
  1. Deliver theoretical and practical vocational education in approved sectors.
  2. Implement curriculum developed by PSSCIVE Bhopal aligned with SSC Qualification Packs.
3. Student Engagement & Exposure
  1. Organize:
    1. Industry visits
    2. Guest lectures
    3. Career counselling sessions
    4. Internship and On-the-Job Training (OJT)
4. Monitoring & Reporting
  1. Maintain student database and MIS.
  2. Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports.
  3. Support monitoring by OSEPA and district authorities.
5. Placement & Career Support
  1. Facilitate:
    1. Job fairs
    2. Placement drives
    3. Apprenticeships
    4. Entrepreneurial incubation support.
6. Programme Coverage
The program will cover sectors such as:
  1. Agriculture
  2. Apparel & Home Furnishing
  3. Food Processing
  4. Beauty & Wellness
  5. Tourism & Hospitality
  6. Retail
Across secondary and higher secondary schools in Odisha.
Pre-Qualification / Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
Legal Status
The applicant must be registered as:
  1. Company under Companies Act
  2. LLP
  3. Partnership firm
  4. Proprietorship firm
  5. Society or Trust
Tax Compliance
The organization must have:
  1. GST Registration
  2. PAN/TAN
  3. Income Tax returns for last 3 years.
Experience
  1. Minimum 5 years experience in skill development sector.
  2. Experience under programs such as:
    1. NSDC
    2. PMKVY
    3. DDU-GKY
    4. PMKK
    5. Other government skill programs.
Operational Presence
  1. Must have at least one office in Odisha.
Training Experience
  1. Minimum 1000 candidates trained in last 3 years under government skill programs.
Placement Track Record
  1. Minimum 500 candidates placed in last 3 years.
Training Infrastructure
  1. At least 1 operational training center owned in Odisha (not franchise).
Performance Rating
  1. NSDC performance rating B or above, OR
  2. Relevant government work orders / MoUs.
Financial Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following financial requirements:
  1. Minimum Average Annual Turnover: ₹4 Crore (last 3 financial years)
  2. Positive Net Worth: Required for technical evaluation scoring.
Payment Structure
The selected VTP will receive reimbursements under the scheme:
Trainer & Coordinator Honorarium
  1. Vocational Trainer: ₹20,000 per month (₹2,40,000 annually)
  2. Vocational Coordinator: ₹30,000 per month (₹3,60,000 annually)
Administrative Charges
  1. 15% of VT honorarium allocated for administrative expenses.
Payments will be reimbursed monthly by District authorities after verification of documents.
Tender Fee and Performance Security
Particular
Details
EOI Processing Fee
₹5,000 (Non-Refundable)
Mode
Demand Draft
EMD
Not Applicable
Performance Security
5% of contract value
Submission Guidelines
Interested agencies must submit their proposals with all supporting documents as per prescribed formats.
Submission Mode
  1. Proposals must be submitted offline via Registered Post / Speed Post / Courier.
Proposal Envelope Must Include
  1. Name of Assignment
  2. Number of sectors applied
  3. EOI number and date
  4. Agency name and address
  5. Submission deadline
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Tender Publish Date
07 March 2026
Query Submission Deadline
16 March 2026
Pre-Bid Meeting
17 March 2026
Clarification Release
20 March 2026
Last Date for Submission
30 March 2026
Opening of Proposal
31 March 2026
Key Eligibility & Tender Information Table
Parameter
Requirement
Minimum Average Annual Turnover
₹4 Crore
Net Worth Requirement
Positive Net Worth (Scoring parameter)
Minimum Experience
5 Years in Skill Development
Submission Mode
Offline
EMD Exemption
Yes
EMD Amount
Not Applicable
Mode of EMD
Not Required
Estimated Cost of Tender
Not Disclosed
Start Date of Document Collection
07 March 2026
Pre-Bid Meeting Date
17 March 2026
Last Date for Tender Submission
30 March 2026
Opening Date of Tender
31 March 2026
State
Odisha
Industry
Skill Development / Education
Tender Category
Government
Document Checklist
Applicants must submit the following documents:
  1. Cover Letter (TECH-1)
  2. Agency Details (TECH-2)
  3. Financial Details (TECH-3 & TECH-4)
  4. GST Registration Certificate
  5. PAN / TAN
  6. Income Tax Returns (Last 3 Years)
  7. Turnover Certificate from CA
  8. Net Worth Certificate
  9. NSDC/PMKVY/DDU-GKY Experience Certificates
  10. Candidate Training Records
  11. Placement Records
  12. Training Centre Proof in Odisha
  13. Affidavit & Declaration (TECH-8)
  14. Power of Attorney (TECH-10)
  15. EOI Processing Fee Demand Draft
  16. Technical proposal formats (TECH-5 to TECH-9)
Incomplete submissions may lead to proposal rejection.

✅ Contract Duration:
The contract will be valid for 2 years, extendable based on performance and availability of funds.
Minimum Average annual Turnover ₹4 Crore
Net Worth Positive Net Worth (Scoring parameter)
Minimum Experience 5 Years in Skill Development
Submission Mode Offline
EMD Exemption Yes
Tender Fee (Number) ₹5,000 (Non-Refundable)
EMD (Number) Not Applicable
Mode of EMD Not Applicable
Estimated Cost Not Disclosed
Start Date of Document Collection 07 March 2026
Pre-Bid Meeting Date 17 March 2026
Last Date for Submission 30 March 2026
Opening Date 31 March 2026
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