1. Conducting quantitative and qualitative surveys across rural India
2. Performing pre-survey activities such as sampling design, planning, and field preparation
3. Executing field data collection using in-person and app-based tools
4. Managing a large-scale survey covering approximately 25,000 rural microenterprises
5. Deploying trained manpower including economists, statisticians, and field investigators
6. Ensuring GPS mapping, audio recording, and real-time dashboard reporting
7. Delivering outputs such as reports, transcripts, and analytical insights

Eligibility Criteria

✔️ Technical Eligibility

1. Minimum 5 years of experience in similar survey/research projects
2. Prior experience with government organizations / PSUs
3. Proven execution of similar projects (as per defined value thresholds)
4. Capability to conduct large-scale rural surveys using CAPI tools

1. Minimum average annual turnover of ₹60 Lakhs (last 3 years)
2. Submission of audited financial statements or CA-certified turnover

✔️ Performance Criteria

1.  At least one of the following:

💰 Financial Details

1. Estimated Tender Value: ₹2,00,00,000
2. EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): ₹4,00,000
3. Tender Fee: Not Applicable (as per GeM guidelines)
4. ePBG: 2% of contract value (valid for 8 months)

🧾 Pre-Qualification Criteria

1. Financial capacity evaluation
2. Human resource strength
3. Experience in rural enterprise surveys
4. Survey methodology and execution plan
5. Data handling and reporting capabilities
6. Minimum 70% technical score required for qualification

📑 Document Checklist

1. Bidders must submit:
2. Experience certificates and work orders
3. Turnover proof (audited balance sheets / CA certificate)
4. Technical proposal documents
5. Additional documents as specified in ATC
6. Supporting documents (if claiming exemptions)
7. Methodology and project execution plan

📤 Submission Guidelines

1. Mode of Submission: Online (via GeM Portal)
2. Bid Type: Two-Packet (Technical + Financial)
3. Evaluation Method: QCBS (70:30)
4. All documents must be uploaded digitally
5. Clarifications allowed within defined timelines

📅 Important Dates

1. Tender Publishing Date: 16 March 2026
2. Pre-Bid Meeting: Not Specified
3. Last Date for Submission: 06 April 2026 (3:00 PM)
4. Bid Opening Date: 06 April 2026 (3:30 PM)

📊 Key Tender Details Table

Additional Insights

No relaxation is provided for MSME or Startups in turnover/experience criteria

1. Minimum 50 enumerators required for field operations
2. Project duration: 6 months
3. Real-time reporting and dashboard capability is mandatory