Key Information at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. State | Odisha |
| 2. Issuing Authority | Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) |
| 3. Title of Tender/RFP | Expression of Interest (EoI) for Selection of Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) towards implementation of Vocational Education Programmes in selected Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools |
| 4. Tender/EOI Value | Not specified. Contract value depends on the number of schools allocated. Reimbursement is based on fixed per-trainer and administrative costs. |
| 5. Tender Fee | ₹ 5,000 (Non-Refundable) |
| 6. EMD/Performance Security | 5% of the contract value (to be submitted after selection, at the time of agreement signing). |
| 7. Last Date of Submission | 30th March 2026 by 5:30 PM |
| 8. Time of Submission | On or before 5:30 PM on 30/03/2026 |
| 9. Mode of Submission | Registered Post / Speed Post / Courier Post only |
| 10. DOWNLOAD Tender/EOI | DOWNLOAD EOI Click Here to Download Official EOI (Note: This link points to the official website mentioned in the document. Please visit the site to download the original file.) |
1. Introduction
The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA), under the Samagra Shiksha scheme, has issued this Expression of Interest (EoI) in March 2026 to empanel experienced and competent Vocational Training Partners (VTPs). The primary objective is to implement vocational education programs in 315 identified government secondary and higher secondary schools (Sector Schools) across Odisha. This initiative is part of the Government of India’s vision to integrate employability skills into school education under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF), aiming to make students job-ready upon completing senior secondary education.
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2. Objective
The core objective of this EoI is to select and empanel VTPs to:
- Deploy qualified Vocational Trainers (VTs) and Vocational Coordinators (VCs) in the allotted schools.
- Deliver the prescribed NSQF-aligned curriculum and course content developed by PSSCIVE, Bhopal.
- Ensure quality training, conduct practical assessments, and facilitate industry exposure for students.
- Provide career counseling, guidance, and placement support to eligible students.
- Work in close coordination with OSEPA, District Education Officers (DEOs), and school principals for the effective implementation of the program.
3. Key Dates and Deadlines
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue of EoI | 07/03/2026 |
| Last Date for Pre-Proposal Queries | By 5:30 PM on 16/03/2026 |
| Pre-Proposal Meeting (Hybrid Mode) | 11:30 AM on 17/03/2026 |
| Issue of Pre-Proposal Clarifications | By 20/03/2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of EoI Proposal | By 5:30 PM on 30/03/2026 |
| Date of Opening of EoI Proposal | 11:00 AM on 31/03/2026 |
4. Tender/EOI Processing Fee and Performance Security
- EOI Processing Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹ 5,000/- (Rupees Five Thousand Only) must be submitted with the proposal. It should be in the form of a Demand Draft drawn in favor of the “State Project Director, OSEPA” and payable at Bhubaneswar. Proposals without this fee will be rejected outright.
- Performance Security: Selected VTPs (3rd Party) must submit a Performance Security Deposit equivalent to 5% of the contract value. This can be in the form of a Demand Draft or a Bank Guarantee (valid for 30 months) from a scheduled commercial bank in favor of the State Project Director, OSEPA. This must be submitted at the time of signing the tri-partite agreement.
5. Scope of Work
The selected VTP will be responsible for the end-to-end implementation of the vocational program in the schools allotted to them. The key responsibilities include:
- Human Resource Deployment: Recruit, train, and deploy qualified Vocational Trainers (VTs) for schools and Vocational Coordinators (VCs) for every 30-35 schools. A State Head must also be appointed for state-level coordination.
- Training Delivery: Ensure VTs deliver the curriculum within the stipulated time, conduct theoretical and practical classes, and perform internal formative assessments.
- Monitoring and Supervision: VCs must visit a minimum of 15 schools per month, submit visit plans, and coordinate with district officials to resolve issues.
- Industry Engagement: Facilitate industry visits, guest lectures, On-the-Job Training (OJT), and internships for students.
- Placement Support: Prepare students for placements, map potential industries, and facilitate job opportunities for students after Class 12.
- Compliance and Reporting: Maintain student databases, submit monthly/quarterly progress reports, ensure all statutory compliances (EPF, ESI, TDS) for deployed staff, and adhere to child protection and POSH policies.
- Financial Management: Pay VT and VC salaries by the 1st week of every month via electronic mode and submit reimbursement claims to the respective DEO.
6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners (VTPs)
Agencies must meet the following minimum pre-qualification criteria (Table-1 and Table-2 of the EoI):
- Legal Entity: Must be a company under Companies Act, Partnership firm, LLP, Proprietorship, or registered under Society/Trust Act.
- Tax Registration: Must have valid GSTIN, PAN/TAN, and Income Tax Returns for the last three assessment years (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26).
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in the skill development sector (as of 31/03/2026), supported by registration with NSDC, PMKVY, DDU-GKY, etc.
- Presence in Odisha: Must have at least one Head Office or Branch Office in Odisha.
- Financial Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover of ₹ 4 Crores in the last three financial years (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25).
- Training Capacity: Must have trained at least 1000 candidates in the last three years through government-recognized skill programs.
- Placement Track Record: Must have provided jobs to at least 500 candidates trained under government programs in the last three years.
- Infrastructure: Must own at least 1 operational training center (not franchised) in Odisha.
- Performance Rating: Must have an NSDC performance rating of “B” and above in at least one of the last three years, or have work orders from other government skill missions.
- Clean Record: The agency must not be blacklisted or debarred by any government entity and must submit an affidavit of no criminal offense.
7. Selection Process and Empanelment Procedure
The evaluation will be conducted in three stages:
- Stage 1: Pre-Qualification (Scrutiny): Verification of all mandatory documents, EOI fee, and eligibility criteria as per Table-1 and Table-2. Non-compliant bids are rejected.
- Stage 2: Technical Evaluation (70 Marks): Shortlisted agencies from Stage 1 are evaluated based on:
- Average Annual Turnover (10 marks)
- Net Worth (10 marks)
- Number of Self-Owned Centers in Odisha (15 marks)
- Number of Candidates Trained (10 marks)
- Number of Candidates Placed (15 marks)
- Number of Schools Managed in other states (10 marks)
- Agencies must secure a minimum of 45 marks out of 70 to qualify for the next stage.
- Stage 3: Presentation (30 Marks): Qualifying agencies make a virtual presentation to the OSEPA Evaluation Committee on their plans for trainer quality, delivery, industry engagement, and project management.
- Empanelment & Final Selection:
- Total marks (70 + 30 = 100) are compiled.
- A final rank-ordered list (LIST-3) is prepared.
- Based on requirements, work orders are issued to top-ranked VTPs in order of merit.
- Unassigned but qualified VTPs are kept in a panel list for future requirements (e.g., new school approvals, replacement of existing VTPs). Empanelment does not guarantee a work order.
8. Eligible Beneficiaries
The direct beneficiaries of this program are students enrolled in Classes 9, 10, 11, and 12 in the 315 selected Government Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools (Sector Schools) in Odisha.
9. Total Target and Focus Areas (Job Roles)
The program covers 315 schools across 6 sectors. The sector-wise and job role-wise distribution is as follows:
| Sector | Job Role | Number of Schools |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | Micro Irrigation Technician, Solanaceous Crop Cultivator | 223 |
| Apparels, Made Ups & Home Furnishing | Assistant Fashion Designer, Sewing Machine Operator | 76 |
| Beauty & Wellness | Assistant Beauty Therapist, Beauty Therapist | 3 |
| Food Processing | Baking Technician, Craft Baker | 4 |
| Retail | Retail Store Operations Assistant | 1 |
| Tourism & Hospitality | Food Beverage Service Trainee, Counter Sales Executive | 8 |
| Grand Total | 315 |
10. Program Duration and Contract Period
- Course Duration: The vocational program runs alongside the regular school curriculum for classes 9th to 12th.
- Contract Period: The initial contract for the selected VTP will be for 02 (two) years from the date of signing the agreement. The contract is extendable based on performance review by OSEPA and the availability of budgetary funds from the Project Approval Board (PAB).
11. Funding and Payment Conditions
- Funding Source: Centrally Sponsored Scheme – Samagra Shiksha / PM SHRI.
- Reimbursement Model: The VTP must initially incur all expenses from its own funds and then claim reimbursement from the concerned DEO-cum-DPC. No advance payment will be made.
- Payment Heads:
- Vocational Trainer (VT) Honorarium: ₹ 20,000 per month (inclusive of all taxes and EPF).
- Vocational Coordinator (VC) Honorarium: ₹ 30,000 per month (inclusive of all taxes and EPF).
- Administrative & Other Charges: 15% of the VT honorarium paid (i.e., 15% of ₹20,000). This is a fixed percentage and will not increase even if VT salaries are revised.
- Payment Process:
- VTP pays VTs and VCs by the 1st week of the month via electronic transfer.
- VTP submits a claim with all supporting documents (attendance, EPF challans, etc.) to the DEO by the 2nd week.
- DEO reimburses the amount within 30 days, after deducting any applicable penalties.
12. Mode and Address for Submission
- Mode of Submission: Proposals must be submitted via Registered Post / Speed Post / Courier Post only. They will not be accepted in person or via email.
- Sealing and Marking: The envelope must be sealed and superscribed with “EOI for Proposal for Selection of Vocational Training Partners (VTPs) towards implementation of vocational education in Secondary and Higher Secondary Schools in Odisha” along with the agency’s name, sectors applied for, and the deadline.
- Submission Address:
The State Project Director,
Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA),
“Shiksha Soudha”, Unit-V,
Bhubaneswar – 751001.
13. Other Important Terms and Conditions
- Tri-partite Agreement: A legally binding agreement will be signed between OSEPA (1st Party), the DEO-cum-DPC (2nd Party), and the selected VTP (3rd Party).
- Penalties: Strict penalties are applicable for delays in VT joining (₹500/day), unauthorized VT absence (₹500/day), and failure of VCs to meet their school visit targets (₹750/visit).
- Confidentiality & Conflict of Interest: Agencies must disclose any actual or potential conflicts of interest. The process is subject to anti-corruption measures.
- Blacklisting: Agencies previously blacklisted or terminated by OSEPA are not eligible. VCs and VTs terminated in previous assignments cannot be rehired.
- Code of Conduct: VTPs must have internal POSCO/POSH compliant committees and ensure a safe environment for students.
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