WBMDFC EOI for Skill Development Training in English Stenography 2026

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At a Glance: Key Information

ParticularsDetails
1. StateWest Bengal
2. Issuing AuthorityWest Bengal Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC)
3. Title of Tender/RFPe-Expression of Interest (e-EOI) for Empanelment of Training Providers for Skill Development Training – Stenography in English with Application of Computer.
4. Value of the TenderNot specified (Rates to be quoted in Financial Bid).
5. Tender FeeApplication Fees: ₹500 (Non-Refundable)
Security Deposit: ₹20,000 (Refundable for unsuccessful bidders)
6. EMDThe ₹20,000 Security Deposit serves as an EMD-type instrument at the application stage.
7. Last Date of Submission24/03/2026
8. Time of SubmissionTo be checked on the portal (wbtenders.gov.in)
9. Mode of SubmissionOnline (www.wbtenders.gov.in) + Physical submission of specific documents (Folder A).
10. DOWNLOAD Tender/EOIDOWNLOAD EOI
(Please visit www.wbtenders.gov.in or the official WBMDFC website for the original document.)

Detailed Summary of the EOI/RFP

1. Introduction and Background

The West Bengal Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC), a Statutory Corporation under the Government of West Bengal, has invited this e-Expression of Interest (e-EOI) . This is the 2nd Call for the empanelment of qualified Training Providers (TPs). The primary goal is to impart specialized skill development training to minority community youth (Muslim/Christian/Buddhist/Sikh/Jain and Parsee) across West Bengal. This initiative falls under the purview of the Minority Vocational Development Board.

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2. Objective

The core objective of this skill RFP is to prepare minority candidates for competitive examinations and job roles by equipping them with professional skills in English Stenography (Shorthand & Typing) with Computer Application. The training aims to enhance their employability in State/Central Government offices and private organizations.

3. Key Dates and Schedule

  • Document Upload/Download Start: 09/03/2026
  • Bid Submission Start: 09/03/2026
  • Last Date for Document Download: 24/03/2026
  • Last Date for Bid Submission: 24/03/2026
  • Date of Opening of Technical Bid: 25/03/2026
  • Date of Opening of Financial Bid: To be notified later.

4. Tender Fees and EMD

  • Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of Rs. 500/- must be submitted. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of the proposal.
  • Security Deposit: An amount of Rs. 20,000/- must be submitted along with the application via Demand Draft or RTGS/NEFT in favor of “WBMDFC”. This is refundable to unsuccessful bidders one month after the work order is issued to the successful bidder.
  • Performance Guarantee: Upon receiving a work order, the selected Training Provider must submit a Performance Guarantee of Rs. 20,000/- . If 2% of the work order value exceeds this, the additional amount must be deposited.

Note: Government Institutes are exempted from submitting the Application Fee, Security Deposit, and Performance Guarantee.

5. Scope of Work

The selected Training Provider will be responsible for:

  • Conducting a 6-month skill development training program in English Stenography (Shorthand & Typing) with Computer Application.
  • Preparing candidates for the Stenographer Recruitment Examination and personal interviews.
  • Overall monitoring, supervision, and maintaining biometric attendance of students.
  • Providing study materials, newspapers/journals, and conducting daily/monthly mock tests.
  • Ensuring the security of all students at the training centre.
  • Maintaining close liaison with WBMDFC and District Administration.

6. Venue and Target

  • Venue: Training will be conducted in Kolkata and various districts across West Bengal at venues identified by the TP and approved by WBMDFC.
  • Total Target: Approximately 250 minority candidates (both Ladies & Gents) will be trained.

7. Course Details, Duration, and Job Role

  • Focus Area/Job Role: English Stenographer.
  • Course: Skill Development Training in English Stenography (Shorthand & Typing) with Application of Computer.
  • Duration: 06 months.
  • Schedule: 3 hours per day, 3 days a week (minimum 36 hours per month, 216 hours total).
  • Batch Size: Maximum 25 candidates per batch.

8. Eligibility Criteria for Training Providers

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for this EOI for Skill Development Training:

A. General Criteria:

  • Must be a company/partnership/proprietorship/society/trust registered under relevant acts (Societies Registration Act, 1860 / Companies Act, 2014, etc.).
  • Minimum registration of three years as of the notification date.

B. Financial Capability:

  • Positive net worth as on 31.03.2025.
  • Must submit audited financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet) for FY 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25.

C. Technical Capability:

  • Minimum three years of experience in imparting training in English Shorthand and Typing with Computer Application.
  • Must have trained at least 100 candidates per year during the last three financial years OR at least 150 students in the last FY 2024-25.
  • Must have qualified faculty, a proper training centre with infrastructure for 25-30 candidates, computers, printers, internet, library, and separate toilets for ladies.
  • Must have a good track record and should not be blacklisted by any government department.

9. Empanelment and Selection Procedure

The selection will be a two-stage process based on the Quality & Cost Based Selection (QCBS) methodology.

  • Weightage: Quality (Technical Bid) carries 70% weightage, and Price (Financial Bid) carries 30% weightage.
  • Technical Evaluation (100 Marks): Marks are awarded based on:
    • Number of qualified teachers (15 marks)
    • Average Annual Turnover (15 marks)
    • Number of students trained (15 marks)
    • Number of centres operated (10 marks)
    • Placements in Central/State Govt. jobs (15 marks)
    • Placements as Stenographer in Govt./PSUs (20 marks)
    • Approach, Methodology & Past Success Stories (10 marks)
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: Bidders must score a minimum of 50 marks in the ‘Quality’ criteria to be considered “Qualified.”
  • Final Ranking: The final score (B) is calculated using the formula: B = (Clow/C) x 100 x 0.3 + (T/Thigh) x 100 x 0.7. The bidder with the highest score is awarded the contract.
  • Physical Inspection: WBMDFC will conduct a physical inspection of the centres of qualifying applicants to verify infrastructure.

10. Funding and Payment Conditions

Payment is milestone-based and released only for certified candidates:

  • 30% after completion of one month (accompanied by attendance and test reports).
  • 50% after successful completion of training (with all performance records).
  • 20% after placement of 70% of certified candidates (50% wage employment, 50% self-employment).

11. Mode of Submission and Address

  • Mode: The bid submission is online via the portal www.wbtenders.gov.in using a Digital Signature Certificate.
  • Process: It is a Single Cover system with two folders:
    • Folder A (Physical Submission): Contains the Undertaking (Annex 1), Power of Attorney (Annex 2), and a CD with soft copies of Annexes (to be submitted in a sealed envelope to the WBMDFC office).
    • Folder B (Online Upload): Contains all certificates, financial statements, technical details, and declarations to be scanned and uploaded on the portal.
  • Address for Physical Submission:
    Manager (Training),
    West Bengal Minorities’ Development & Finance Corporation,
    “AMBER” DD-27/E, Sector-1,
    Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700 064.

12. Important Terms and Conditions

  • No Subcontracting: The Training Provider cannot subcontract or franchise the training. Doing so will lead to cancellation of empanelment and forfeiture of all payments and guarantees.
  • No Fees from Candidates: TPs shall not charge any fees from the selected candidates.
  • Agreement: An agreement will be signed with the successful TP, and the initial empanelment is for one year, renewable based on performance.
  • Forfeiture of Performance Guarantee: The guarantee will be forfeited for non-performance, misrepresentation, providing fabricated data, or compromising the security of trainees.
  • Right to Reject: WBMDFC reserves the right to accept or reject any application, cancel the empanelment process, or split the work among multiple agencies without assigning any reason.

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