SKILLSPEDIA-BOKARO-EOI-HANDLOOM

RFP for Selection of an Agency to Implement Job-Oriented Skill Development Project in the Handloom Sector

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1. Introduction

The District Mineral Foundation Trust (DMFT), Bokaro, Jharkhand, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the selection of an agency to implement a Job-Oriented Skill Development Project in the Handloom Sector. The project targets unemployed women from disadvantaged communities (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in mining-affected areas of Bokaro district. The initiative aims to empower women through skill training, certification, and the establishment of a production center to foster self-employment and local brand development.

2. Key Dates

  • Last Date of submission Proposal: 03-04-2025 till 1.00 PM
  • Date of Technical Presentation: To be announced (shortlisted bidders will present).
  • Date of Financial Proposal Opening: To be announced.
  • Proposal Validity: 180 days from RFP issuance.
  • Project Duration: 1 year from the work order date.

3. Financial Requirements

  • Bid Processing Fee (Non-refundable): INR 5,000 (Demand Draft in favor of ZTIA A. KHANIT T.COIN DOTTO N.T.RVSTOO M, payable at Bokaro).
  • Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): INR 5,00,000 (Demand Draft in favor of ZTIA KHANIT T.COIN DOTTO N.T.RVSTOO, payable at Bokaro).
  • Security Deposit: 3% of the work order value (Bank Guarantee valid for 18 months).

4. Objectives

  • Provide employment/self-employment to 400 women from SHGs (SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
  • Improve socio-economic conditions through financial empowerment.
  • Develop a local brand for Bokaro to showcase heritage at state/national/global levels.

5. Scope of Work

The selected agency must:

  • Adhere to NSQF Standards: Align training with NSQF-approved frameworks.
  • Mobilize & Train: Establish block-level centers, train 400 women (4 hours/day, 200 days).
  • Certification: Issue certificates and artisan cards.
  • Production Center: Set up a facility with amenities (e.g., workspace, toilets, storage).
  • Market Linkage: Secure Rs. 50 Lakh work order for the Cluster Level Federation (CLF).
  • Co-Branding: Promote DMFT in all project publicity.

6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners

  • Registration: Under Trust/Companies/Cooperative/Society Act with valid GST/PAN.
  • Turnover: Minimum INR 1 Crore average annual turnover (last 3 financial years).
  • Experience:
    • 3+ years in skill development projects (Handloom/Textile/Apparel sector).
    • 3 projects worth >INR 50 Lakh each (last 5 years).
  • Accreditation: Partner with a Skill Council (e.g., Apparel Made-Ups Home Furnishing Sector Skill Council).
  • No Blacklisting: Self-declaration on Rs. 100 stamp paper.

7. Selection Criteria (QCBS Method)

  • Technical Proposal (70% weightage):
    • Experience (20 marks): 4+ projects = 20 marks.
    • Project Volume (20 marks): >INR 50 Lakh/work order.
    • Beneficiary Coverage (20 marks): 300+ women trained = 20 marks.
    • Presentation (40 marks): Approach, methodology, work plan.
  • Financial Proposal (30% weightage): Lowest bidder gets maximum score.

8. Eligible Beneficiaries

  • Target Group: 400 women (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) from SHGs in Bokaro.
  • Age: 18–45 years.
  • Region: Mining-affected areas of Bokaro district.

9. Job Role/Course Details

  • Course: Fashion Designer (AMH/Q1201).
  • Sector: Apparel Made-Ups & Home Furnishing.
  • Duration: 760 hours (720 technical + 40 soft skills/entrepreneurship).
  • Daily Training: 4 hours/day (total 200 days).

10. Payment Conditions

  • Tranche 1 (30%): Work order issuance (0–7 days).
  • Tranche 2 (20%): Mobilization & center setup (0–1 month).
  • Tranche 3 (30%): Training completion (6–9 months).
  • Tranche 4 (15%): Production center handover + Rs. 50 Lakh work order (9–12 months).
  • Tranche 5 (5%): Proof of work order completion (12–32 months).

11. Mode of Submission

  • Hard Copy Only: Two sealed envelopes (Technical + Financial) via Speed Post/Registered Post/Hand Delivery to:
    DMFT Cell, DC Office, Bokaro, Jharkhand – 827001.
  • Late Bids: Rejected.

12. Other Key Terms & Conditions

  • Penalty: INR 20,000/month for project delays.
  • Force Majeure: Notified delays exempt penalties.
  • Dispute Resolution: Jurisdiction of Bokaro district court.
  • Confidentiality: Bidders must not disclose evaluation details.
  • No Consortium/Joint Bidding: Prohibited.

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