Tender Overview

Scope of Work

The selected training organization will conduct specialized training programs including:

Training Courses

1. ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor Training
2. ISO 42001:2023 Lead Auditor Training
3. ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS)

Training participants:

1. ISO 27001 – 20 Participants
2. ISO 42001 Lead Auditor – 15 Participants
3. ISO 42001 AIMS – 13 Participants

The successful bidder shall:

1. Provide complete training material.
2. Supply software wherever applicable.
3. Include certification examination vouchers.
4. Conduct classroom/offline or online sessions as required.
5. Arrange qualified trainers.
6. Provide lecture hall with AV facilities.
7. Supply study material in soft and hard copy.
8. Provide question banks and online learning resources.
9. Arrange refreshments and working lunch.
10. Assist participants in certification registration.
11. Ensure rescheduling support without additional cost if required.
12. Conduct training in Delhi within the specified distance from South Block or arrange transportation if beyond prescribed limits.

Eligibility Criteria

The bidder should:

1. Have minimum 3 years of experience in similar training services.
2. Be an authorized training partner of leading Cyber Security OEMs.
3. Have successfully conducted at least three Cyber Security training programmes in India.
4. Provide experienced and qualified instructors.
5. Possess OEM Authorization Certificate wherever applicable.

Financial Criteria

The uploaded bid specifies:

1. EMD: ₹90,000
2. ePBG: 3%
3. Performance Security Duration: 5 Months
4. Bid Validity: 180 Days

The bid document does not specify:

1. Minimum Average Annual Turnover
2. Minimum Net Worth
3. Estimated Cost

These requirements are therefore Not Mentioned in the uploaded documents.

Tender Fee

Tender Fee: Not Mentioned

Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

1. Amount: ₹90,000
2. EMD Exemption: Yes, eligible MSE Service Providers and eligible categories as per GeM rules.
3. Mode: Online/Bank Guarantee/Surety Bond/other GeM accepted modes.

Submission Guidelines

The bid should be submitted through the GeM Portal.

The bidder should upload:

1. Technical Bid
2. Financial Bid
3. Experience Documents
4. OEM Authorization Certificate
5. ATC Certificates
6. Supporting documents for turnover/experience exemption (if applicable)

The bid follows a Two-Packet System consisting of Technical and Financial bids.

Important Dates

Document Checklist

Applicants should prepare the following:

1. GeM Registration
2. Organization Registration Certificate
3. PAN
4. GST Registration
5. Experience Certificates
6. Similar Work Orders
7. OEM Authorization Certificate
8. Trainer Profiles
9. Technical Proposal
10. Financial Proposal
11. ATC Compliance Certificate
12. EMD Proof (or Exemption Certificate)
13. Declaration Forms
14. Any documents required under GeM GTC

Tender Requirement Summary

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Ministry of Defence Invites Bids for ISO 27001, ISO 42001 Lead Auditor & AI Management System Training through GeM

The Ministry of Defence, through Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), Department of Military Affairs, has invited online bids from qualified training organizations for conducting Specialist Cyber Security Training under GeM Bid No. GEM/2026/B/7838176.

The procurement focuses on strengthening cyber security capabilities by delivering internationally recognized certification programmes in ISO 27001:2022 Lead Auditor, ISO 42001:2023 Lead Auditor, and Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS).

The selected training partner will conduct instructor-led programmes supported by certification examination vouchers, study materials, practical sessions, and post-training assistance. The scope also includes providing modern training infrastructure, audio-visual facilities, qualified instructors, printed and digital learning resources, online tutorials, question banks, and participant support throughout the certification process.

According to the tender documents, the bidder must have a minimum of three years of experience in delivering similar professional training services and should be an authorized training partner of leading Cyber Security OEMs. The organization must also demonstrate successful delivery of at least three Cyber Security training programmes in India.

The bid follows a Two-Packet System under the GeM Portal. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) has been fixed at ₹90,000, while eligible MSE service providers may avail exemption in accordance with GeM guidelines. Performance Security has been prescribed at 3% of the contract value.

The bid was published on 27 July 2026, while online submissions will close on 13 August 2026 at 09:00 AM. Technical bids will be opened on the same day at 09:30 AM. No separate pre-bid meeting has been mentioned in the uploaded documents.

Training organizations, cybersecurity academies, ISO certification bodies, professional learning companies, AI governance consultants, and information security training providers meeting the eligibility requirements may consider participating in this opportunity.

SkillCouncils.com recommends that interested bidders carefully review all GeM bid documents, Additional Terms & Conditions (ATC), and the complete Scope of Work before submitting their proposals to ensure full compliance with technical and commercial requirements.

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