Tender Snapshot

The key dates, estimated value, bid type, EMD status and evaluation method are stated in the GeM bid document.

Financial & Qualification Criteria

The bid explicitly states that EMD is not required. It also provides 5% ePBG details and separately specifies a 5% security deposit.

Important qualification note: Although the GeM bid provides for bidder-turnover criteria and relaxation for eligible MSEs and DPIIT-registered startups, the supplied document does not state a specific minimum annual turnover figure. Therefore, a monetary turnover threshold should not be published unless it appears in another tender attachment or corrigendum.

Scope of Work

The tender involves conducting an offline, classroom-based, instructor-led skill development programme at the buyer's location. The GeM specification identifies the course level as Intermediate, with training conducted on weekdays for approximately 2 hours per day. Certification is required, with a participation certificate to be issued to trainees.

The programme covers three principal training areas:

1. Beauty Parlour & Mehandi Design

1. Trainees: 30
2. Course duration: 3 months
3. One teacher to be engaged for three months.
4. Training-related equipment is to be arranged by the firm.
5. Generator/inverter, electricity, teacher, room and books related to training are to be provided by the firm.
6. Opening and closing ceremony requirements are also to be arranged by the firm.
7. Certificates are to be provided to participants.

2. Bag Making

1. Trainees: 30
2. Course duration: 2 months
3. Four sewing machines for jute bag making are to be provided by the firm.
4. One teacher is to be engaged for two months.
5. Jute cloth, thread, needle, paper, oil, chalk, tape, scale, other cloth, books and related learning materials are to be provided.
6. Opening and closing ceremony materials are also the firm's responsibility.
7. Certificates are to be provided to participants.

3. Stitching & Tailoring

1. Trainees: 40
2. Course duration: 3 months / 90 days / 180 hours
3. Ten sewing machines are to be provided by the firm.
4. One teacher is to be engaged for three months.
5. Training materials including thread, needle, paper, oil, chalk, tape, scale, cloth and books are to be provided.
6. Opening and closing ceremony materials are to be arranged by the firm.
7. Certificates are to be provided to each participant.

These detailed requirements are contained in the Buyer Added Scope of Work on pages 6–7 of the bid document.

Training Programme at a Glance

The tender document specifies approximately 4 batches, approximately 90 days per training, and 25 students per batch under the broader training specification, while the detailed SOW separately identifies 30, 30 and 40 participants across the three courses.

Eligibility Criteria

The Buyer Added Eligibility Criteria specifically states that:

1. The firm should be registered in CSR-1.
2. The agency must have a minimum of 3 years' experience in the skill development area.
3. The agency must submit prior work experience with completion certificate for the relevant work.

The GeM bid further requires the bidder to have experience providing similar services to a Central/State Government Organisation or PSU for the specified experience period. Relevant contracts/orders are required to establish the experience for the applicable financial years.

MSE and Startup Relaxation

The bid provides complete relaxation from the specified experience and turnover criteria for qualifying MSEs and DPIIT-registered startups, subject to meeting quality and technical specifications and submitting documents supporting the claimed exemption.

For MSE purchase preference, the bidder must satisfy the applicable Udyam validation requirements and, for services, must be the service provider of the offered service.

Experience Criteria

The tender provides three alternative ways of satisfying the similar-service experience requirement during the relevant three-year period:

1. Three similar completed services costing at least 40% of the estimated cost, or
2. Two similar completed services costing at least 50% of the estimated cost, or
3. One similar completed service costing at least 80% of the estimated cost.

Based on the estimated value of ₹4,79,100, these correspond approximately to:

These figures are arithmetic calculations based on the percentages expressly stated in the tender; bidders should rely on the tender's wording and applicable GeM evaluation provisions.

Documents / Tender Checklist

Prospective bidders should prepare the following documents based on the requirements expressly appearing in the bid:

Core Bid Documents

1. Experience Criteria documents
2. Bidder Turnover documents
3. Certificate requested in ATC
4. Additional Document 1 requested in ATC
5. Additional Document 2 requested in ATC
6. Additional Document 3 requested in ATC
7. Additional Document 4 requested in ATC

The GeM document specifically lists these seller documents and states that bidders claiming experience/turnover exemption must upload supporting documents.

Eligibility & Statutory Documents

1. Valid CSR-1 registration
2. Prior relevant work orders/contracts
3. Completion/execution certificates
4. Contract copies and invoices, where applicable
5. Legal status of the firm
6. Valid GST registration/number
7. PAN
8. Bank account and bank details
9. Declaration on letterhead confirming the tenderer is not banned/delisted by CIL/subsidiary, Government/Quasi-Government agencies or PSUs
10. Documents establishing eligibility for MSE/startup relaxation, if claimed
11. Valid Udyam documentation/validation if claiming MSE purchase preference

The acceptable experience evidence includes a contract with invoices and bidder self-certification, client execution certificate with contract value, or another document supporting contract execution.

Post-Award / Performance Security Documents

The successful bidder may submit performance security through an FDR in addition to permitted PBG mechanisms. The document states that the original FDR is to be delivered to the Buyer within 15 days of award, if this form is used.

Tender Fee and EMD

EMD: Not Required

The GeM bid's EMD section states “Required: No.” Therefore, no EMD amount or EMD payment mode is applicable for this bid.

Tender Fee: No Tender Fee

No tender fee is specified in the bid. In fact, the GeM disclaimer states that asking for a Tender Fee / Bid Participation Fee is among the prohibited ATC provisions.

Accordingly, the website listing should state Tender Fee: Not applicable / No tender fee specified in the bid document, rather than assigning an assumed fee.

Performance Security

The bid specifies:

1. ePBG: 5%
2. ePBG validity/duration: 6 months
3. Security Deposit: 5% of total contract value
4. Security deposit is stated to be non-interest bearing and released/refunded after completion of the contract period.

An Additional Performance Security (APS) may apply where the bid price is below 15% of the estimated price finalized by the buyer. The APS is described as the difference between 85% of the buyer's estimated price and the quoted price, and is to be submitted within 21 days from issuance of the LOA where applicable.

Submission Guidelines

The tender is a GeM Single Packet Bid. Prospective service providers should submit their bid and required supporting documents through the applicable GeM bidding process before the stated closing time.

Key submission considerations include:

1. Upload all documents requested under the GeM bid and ATC.
2. Provide documentary evidence for the required three-year experience.
3. Upload completion/execution certificates or other acceptable proof of past project execution.
4. Submit CSR-1 registration documentation.
5. Submit GST, PAN, legal-status and bank details as required under the tender conditions.
6. If seeking MSE or startup relaxation, upload the documents proving eligibility for the applicable exemption.
7. MSE bidders seeking purchase preference should ensure their GeM/Udyam credentials meet the stated validation requirements.
8. Ensure the bid is submitted before 23 September 2026 at 12:00 PM.
9. No EMD payment is required according to the bid.
10. No tender/bid participation fee is specified.

The bid allows 7 days for technical clarifications during technical evaluation and provides for automatic extension under specified conditions if fewer than three bids are received.

Important Dates

The bid document gives 12 September 2026 as its date, while the bid closing and opening dates are 23 September 2026 and 24 September 2026, respectively. No pre-bid meeting date or schedule is stated in the supplied 11-page document.

Tender Value and Course-Wise Cost

The Buyer Added Scope of Work gives a total estimated cost of ₹4,79,100 including 18% GST.

The detailed SOW appears on page 6 of the tender document.

Other Important Tender Conditions

The selected service provider will be responsible for arranging the necessary training infrastructure, equipment, instructors and learning materials specified for each course. The training is intended for participants residing in nearby areas of the Dudhichua Area.

The tender also states that:

1. Regular inspection may be conducted by the Nodal Officer (CSR), Dudhichua Area or representative.
2. The contractor must comply with applicable safety requirements.
3. First-aid facilities are to be arranged at the site.
4. The contractor must comply with applicable labour laws.
5. Training certificates are to be issued to trainees upon successful completion.
6. GST bills/invoices are required.
7. The tender document states 100% payment within 21 days after completion of the programme or bill, whichever is later, under its additional terms.

The bid also provides for a 25% option clause, under which the buyer may increase or decrease contract quantity or duration within the stated limits, subject to the conditions in the bid.

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