Indian Navy MTU 16V4000M53 Engine Training Tender 2026 – GeM Bid GEM/2026/B/7863277

The Ministry of Defence, Department of Military Affairs, HQIDS, has invited bids through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) for Professional Training Services relating to training on MTU 16V4000M53 series engines used in LCU MK-IV class ships.

The tender is being processed through a Two Packet Bid system on GeM. The bid document identifies the tender as GEM/2026/B/7863277, dated 20 August 2026. The contract period specified in the GeM bid is 6 months.

The requirement is for advanced engineering training, with training to be conducted offline at the buyer's location. The GeM specification provides for approximately 10 trainees, one batch and approximately 3 days of training. The training category requires certification, with a Participation Certificate specified as the certification programme.

Tender Highlights

The principal GeM bid particulars show the closing date as 10 September 2026 at 09:00 AM, opening at 09:30 AM, minimum average annual turnover of ₹2 lakh, and minimum similar-service experience of 3 years.

Scope of Work

The tender seeks a professional training service provider capable of conducting comprehensive training on MTU 16V4000M53 series engines for LCU MK-IV class ships.

According to the attached RFP, the scope includes:

1. Conducting comprehensive training for LCU MK-IV class ship crew, CTT (SVP) personnel and yard personnel.
2. Conducting one training course at Sri Vijaya Puram on a mutually agreed date.
3. Providing both theoretical and practical training.
4. Covering areas including:
   • Engine maintenance;
   • Engine controls and auxiliaries;
   • Optimal operation and exploitation of engines;
   • Identification and rectification of defects;
   • Engine troubleshooting;
   • Engine-control-related issues; and
   • Ready-recorders.
5. The training requirement is structured as one batch for 3 days, comprising two days of theoretical classroom training followed by one day of practical onboard training with both old and new simulator arrangements, as shown in the RFP.
6. Training is to be provided for approximately 10 personnel.

The RFP further states that the course is to be completed within the stipulated delivery period and that training will be conducted at a mutually agreed date between the seller and buyer.

The GeM technical specification separately confirms offline training, 8 hours per day, advanced-level engineering training, certification through a Participation Certificate, approximately 10 trainees, one batch and approximately three training days.

Professional / Technical Qualification Criteria

The separate Technical Evaluation Criteria document specifies the following technical requirements:

1. Training Equipment

The bidder should possess the equipment required to conduct training on MTU 16V4000M53 series engines – LCU MK-IV class of ships at the CTT (SVP) premises.

2. Qualified Technical Engineer

The bidder should have a qualified technical engineer with certification from M/s MTU India Private Limited to impart instruction on the MTU 16V4000M53 series engine – LCU MK-IV class of ships and its usage.

3. Relevant Defence Experience

The technical evaluation requires evidence that the bidder has previously provided the same services to a defence firm.

4. Training Capability

The bidder must be capable of providing:

1. Theoretical training at CTT (SVP) premises; and
2. Practical training on an Indian Naval Ship at Sri Vijaya Puram.

5. RFP Compliance

The bidder must comply with the applicable RFP conditions.

The Technical Evaluation Criteria document states that the applying firm is required to place an acceptance certificate on its letterhead, duly signed and dated, for the listed technical requirements, and that non-compliance may result in rejection.

Financial Eligibility Criteria

The GeM bid specifies a minimum average annual turnover of ₹2 lakh for the preceding three years.

The turnover is to be verified by the buyer during technical evaluation. Documentary evidence is required, including certified audited balance sheets or an appropriate certificate from a Chartered Accountant/Cost Accountant showing turnover for the relevant period.

The tender also provides relaxation from experience and turnover requirements for eligible MSEs and DPIIT-registered Startups, subject to the conditions stated in the bid and submission of supporting documents.

Net Worth

No specific minimum net-worth requirement is stated in the available GeM bid, RFP or Technical Evaluation Criteria documents.

Accordingly, SkillCouncils.com should not publish a numerical net-worth threshold for this tender.

Tender Fee and EMD

Tender Fee

No separate tender fee or bid participation fee is specified in the GeM bid.

Further, the applicable GeM GTC states that asking for a Tender Fee / Bid Participation Fee through buyer-added terms is not permitted.

Tender Fee: Nil / No separate tender fee specified.

Earnest Money Deposit

The GeM bid specifies:

EMD: ₹26,000

The bid identifies State Bank of India as the advisory bank for the EMD.

Eligible bidders seeking EMD exemption must submit valid supporting documentation under the applicable GeM provisions. For MSEs, the bid states that manufacturers for goods and service providers for services can qualify for EMD exemption, while traders are excluded from this exemption policy.

The bid also expressly states that EMD may be accepted in the form of a surety bond.

EMD Mode

The bid does not separately identify the EMD field as strictly "online" or "offline". Therefore, it is advisable not to describe the EMD as exclusively online.

Published description: EMD of ₹26,000; surety bond accepted; bidders should follow the applicable GeM instructions for the permitted form and submission of bid security.

Submission Guidelines

The tender follows a Two Packet Bid system.

The technical bid is evaluated first. The commercial/financial bid is opened only for bidders whose technical bids are found responsive and compliant.

The RFP states that e-bids are to be forwarded online through the GeM portal.

Important submission instructions

1. Register and maintain an active seller/service-provider account on GeM.
2. Submit the technical and financial components through the GeM bidding system.
3. Upload all mandatory qualification and supporting documents.
4. Do not place price elements in the technical bid.
5. Submit experience documentation and turnover evidence.
6. Submit the required MTU certification/technical engineer evidence.
7. Upload OEM Authorization Certificate where required.
8. Upload the required acceptance/compliance certificate.
9. If claiming MSE, Startup, turnover or experience relaxation, upload valid documentary evidence supporting the claim.
10. Ensure the EMD requirements are satisfied or a valid EMD exemption is claimed with supporting documents.
11. Ensure that all information submitted is accurate and consistent with the bidder's GeM registration and statutory records.

The GeM bid specifically lists Experience Criteria, Bidder Turnover, Certificate requested in ATC, OEM Authorization Certificate and additional documents among the seller documents.

The bid also requires financial price breakup and uses total-value-wise evaluation.

Important Tender Dates

The GeM document provides the definitive bid closing and opening timestamps.

Important editorial note: The attached RFP's "Important Dates" table contains blank fields for the tender receipt date, opening date and Pre-Bid Meeting date. Therefore, for public publication, the GeM dates should be used, while the Pre-Bid Meeting should be reported as "Not specified in the available tender documents" rather than inserting an assumed date.

Document Checklist for Bidders

The following checklist is recommended based on the documents expressly requested in the GeM bid, the RFP and the technical evaluation document.

1. Valid GeM Seller/Service Provider registration
2. Technical Bid
3. Financial/Commercial Bid
4. Experience Criteria documents
5. Relevant work orders/contracts demonstrating required experience
6. Bidder turnover documents
7. Certified audited balance sheets / CA or Cost Accountant turnover certificate
8. MTU India Pvt Ltd certification for the qualified technical engineer
9. Details/evidence of required training equipment
10. Evidence of previous similar service to a defence organisation/firm
11. Acceptance certificate on bidder's letterhead, duly signed and dated
12. Compliance statement against RFP technical requirements
13. OEM Authorization Certificate, where applicable
14. Required certificate requested under ATC
15. Additional documents requested in ATC/SOW
16. EMD of ₹26,000, unless eligible for exemption
17. Valid EMD exemption documents, if exemption is claimed
18. MSE/Udyam Certificate, if claiming MSE benefits
19. DPIIT Startup documentation, if claiming Startup relaxation
20. Financial price breakup
21. Signed acceptance of applicable RFP terms and conditions
22. Compliance with MII requirements, where applicable
23. Required declaration relating to bidders from countries sharing a land border with India, where applicable
24. Any other document specifically requested through the live GeM bid/ATC

The GeM bid specifically requires experience, turnover, ATC certificate, OEM authorization and additional documents, while allowing bidders seeking exemption from experience/turnover criteria to submit supporting evidence for buyer evaluation.

Detailed Tender Requirements at a Glance

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