At a Glance: Key Tender Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Punjab |
| Issuing Authority | Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) |
| Title of Tender/RFP | Empanelment of Agencies for Providing Trainers and Helpers |
| Value of the Tender | Not Disclosed (Determined by financial bid per job role) |
| Tender Fee | ₹ 1,000 (Non-Refundable) |
| EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) | ₹ 10,000 (Refundable) |
| Last Date of Submission | 02-03-2026 |
| Time of Submission | Up to 11:00 AM |
| Mode of Submission | Online (e-Procurement Portal) |
| DOWNLOAD Tender/EOI | DOWNLOAD TENDER | FINANCIAL BID www.eproc.punjab.gov.in |
1. Introduction
The Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) has issued an EOI for Skill Development Training to engage and shortlist qualified agencies. The primary purpose is to source skilled trainers and helpers (peon cum sweepers) for deploying them across various government skill training centers in the state. This initiative aims to ensure that the youth of Punjab receive high-quality skill training as per industry standards. This document outlines the complete framework for agencies interested in this skill RFP.
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2. Objective
The core objective of this skill tenders process is to create a robust panel of agencies that can supply certified manpower. The selected agencies will be responsible for providing Trainers (with valid ToT certification) and Peon cum Sweepers to facilitate seamless training operations at PSDM centers, ensuring compliance with Sector Skill Council (SSC) norms.
3. Key Dates and Schedule
Agencies interested in this new skill tender must adhere to the following strict schedule:
- Tender Download Start Date: 20-02-2026 (9:00 AM)
- Last Date for Pre-Bid Queries: 23-02-2026 (up to 12:00 PM)
- Pre-Bid Meeting Date: 24-02-2026 (11:00 AM) at PSDM Head Office, Chandigarh
- Last Date for Submission of Bid: 02-03-2026 (up to 11:00 M)
- Bid Opening Date: 03-03-2026 (3:30 PM) – Note: Further dates to be announced later.
- Bid Validity: Till 31-03-2027
4. Tender Fee, EMD, and Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG)
- Tender Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹ 1,000 must be paid.
- Processing Fees: A refundable fee of ₹ 10,000 is applicable.
- EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): An amount of ₹ 10,000 must be submitted. It is refundable but will be forfeited if the bidder withdraws the bid, provides false information, or (if selected) fails to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee.
- Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): The successful agency must submit a PBG equivalent to 10% of the total project cost within 7 days of the work order issuance. The PBG will be released 3 months after project completion and is subject to forfeiture in case of poor performance or negligence.
5. Scope of Work
The selected agency will be responsible for the end-to-end management of manpower at designated training centers:
- Deployment: Supply of ToT certified Trainers and Peon cum Sweepers at specified centers (e.g., Multi Development Centre, Hoshiarpur for roles like Solar Panel Installation Technician).
- Backup Pool: Maintaining a backup pool of certified trainers to ensure no disruption in training.
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring trainers deliver curriculum as per SSC standards and PSDM instructions to achieve a minimum 80% pass percentage per batch.
- Compliance: Ensuring all trainers have valid ToT certifications throughout the project duration.
- Reporting: Trainers must report to the center in-charge, manage attendance (AEBAS solution), submit weekly/monthly reports, and facilitate assessments.
- Replacement Policy: Providing replacement faculty within 2 working days in case of resignation or unavailability.
6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners
As per Annexure-B of the document, the applicant must be one of the following:
- Company / Partnership Firm / Proprietorship Firm
- Public Sector Undertaking / Company
- Society / Trust / NGO
- Corporation / Firm
- Sector Skill Councils (SSCs)
Note: Sole proprietorship and consortium are not eligible to apply. The agency must not be blacklisted by any government department.
7. Selection Criteria and Empanelment Procedure
The selection process is a two-step procedure common in skill RFP documents:
- Technical Eligibility: Agencies must first meet the eligibility criteria outlined in Annexure-B. The application must be complete with all supporting documents, stamped and signed on every page.
- Financial Bid (L1): Only agencies fulfilling the technical criteria will have their financial bids opened. The agency quoting the lowest financial bid for a specific job role will be selected as the successful agency for that particular job role. This agency will then supply resources for that role across all required centers.
8. Eligible Beneficiaries
The training is intended for the youth of Punjab. The trainers deputed by the selected agency will conduct training for these candidates at the skill centers managed by PSDM across the state.
9. Job Roles or Focus Areas
The current scope includes the following job roles, with details subject to change as per PSDM requirements:
- Solar Panel Installation Technician (QP Code: ELE/Q5901)
- Four Wheeler Service Technician (QP Code: ASC/Q1402)
Note: The number of centers and job roles can be increased or decreased as per PSDM requirement.
10. Duration of Training and Deployment
- Deployment Duration: Manpower is to be deployed for a period of 4 months (may be increased/decreased).
- Daily Training: To be conducted as per the daily schedule prescribed by PSDM.
- Trainer Qualification: Must be as per the Model Curriculum defined by the respective Sector Skill Council for the specific QP code.
11. Funding and Payment Conditions
- GST Registration: The selected agency must have a Punjab GST Registration and raise bills from this registration only. This must be submitted within 30 days of allotment.
- Penalties:
- Low Pass Percentage: If less than 80% of candidates pass, a penalty of ₹ 4,000 per candidate for the shortfall below 80% will be charged.
- Delay in Deployment: Penalties for delayed deployment of staff range from ₹500 to ₹1500 per day, with the work order being withdrawn if delays exceed 30 days.
12. Mode of Submission and Address
- Mode: Strictly Online. No physical or other means of submission will be accepted.
- Portal: www.eproc.punjab.gov.in
- Submission Format: Applications must be uploaded in the format specified in Annexure-C of the tender document.
13. Other Important Terms and Conditions
- Reporting Location: Trainers must report to the designated center. No change in location is allowed without prior approval from the department.
- Leave Policy: Trainers are allowed one leave per month with prior approval.
- Equipment: Equipment provided by PSDM will be under the care of the trainer, who must ensure it is not taken out of the center premises.
- Blacklisting: Providing incorrect information or poor performance can lead to cancellation of the bid and de-empanelment of the agency.
- Corrigendum: All updates/corrigendum will only be published on www.punjabrozgar.org.in and the e-procurement portal. No separate communication will be sent.
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