Scope of Work

C-DOT invites bids from eligible trainers and training institutes to conduct a five-day offline training programme on Software for Open Networking in the Cloud (SONiC) for 30 technical participants in one batch. The programme is tentatively planned for the first or second week of December 2026, with dates to be mutually agreed.

Training hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The syllabus covers SONiC fundamentals, Redis databases, SWSS, Syncd, FRR, platform development, SAI/ASIC integration, container debugging, network troubleshooting and practical assessment. The trainer must arrange the required training materials and use laptops provided by C-DOT. Trainer travel and accommodation are not provided.

Tender summary table

Eligibility and Professional Qualification

Bidders must meet the tender conditions and demonstrate relevant training capability. The technical evaluation follows Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS), with a minimum qualifying score of 70/100 and mandatory minimum scores for each criterion.

1. Relevant experience (20 marks): Similar training delivered in India to companies or R&D institutes during the last five years. Submit client purchase/work orders or testimonials on client letterhead. Email exchanges and screenshots are not accepted.
2. Syllabus compliance (20 marks): Submit the completed syllabus compliance sheet on bidder letterhead, marking Yes/No and signing it. Compliance above 95% receives 20 marks; compliance of 95% or below receives 10 marks.
3. Trainer presentation (60 marks): The proposed trainer must demonstrate presentation skills and subject knowledge in an online presentation session. Minimum qualifying score: 42 marks.

The technical and financial weightages are 70% and 30%, respectively. MSEs and DPIIT-registered startups may qualify for experience and turnover relaxations, subject to applicable conditions and supporting documents.

Financial Criteria, Tender Fee and EMD

The uploaded bid specifies no EMD and does not require a tender participation fee. The bidder must quote the total training price, including GST, with a financial price breakup. A specific minimum average annual turnover, net worth requirement and estimated contract value are not established in the reviewed bid details.

Submission Guidelines

Submit the technical and financial bids through the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal using the two-packet bidding process. Upload the required experience proofs, syllabus compliance sheet, requested certificates, additional documents and the completed GFR Rule 144(xi) declaration, where applicable. Ensure all mandatory documents are included; incomplete submissions may be rejected.

For tender consultation and advisory, call or WhatsApp 9630030343 or email support@skillcouncils.com.