Key Information at a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. State | Bihar |
| 2. Issuing Authority | Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM), Youth, Employment and Skill Development Department, Government of Bihar |
| 3. Title of Tender/RFP | Selection of Agency for Impact Evaluation of Kushal Yuva Program (KYP) under Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM) |
| 4. Value of the Tender | Not explicitly mentioned in the document (bidders must quote in financial bid) |
| 5. Tender Fee | ₹10,000 (Document Fee) + ₹590 (Tender Processing Fee) = ₹10,590 (non-refundable) |
| 6. EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) | ₹50,000 (refundable, non-interest bearing) |
| 7. Last Date of Submission | 01.06.2026 |
| 8. Time of Submission | Up to 15:00 Hrs (3:00 PM) |
| 9. Mode of Submission | Online only via e-Procurement portal: https://www.eproc2.bihar.gov.in |
| 10. Download Tender/EOI | 🔗Official Source (Recommended): https://www.eproc2.bihar.gov.in OR http://www.biharskilldevelopmentmission.in ⬇️ Quick Access Copy (Optional): DOWNLOAD ⚠️ Note: Always refer to the official website for latest updates and corrigendums. |
Detailed Summary of the RFP/EOI
1. Background & Objective
The Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM) has launched the Kushal Yuva Program (KYP) – a flagship work-readiness scheme to equip youth (aged 15-28, minimum Class 10 pass) with foundational skills: life skills, Hindi/English communication, basic digital literacy (240-hour curriculum). Over 32 lakh students enrolled, 25 lakh+ certified. BSDM now seeks an independent agency to conduct a rigorous impact evaluation to assess effectiveness in enhancing employability, work-readiness, and labour market outcomes.
2. Scope of Work (Key Tasks)
- Tracer Study of KYP-trained youth across sampled districts & cohorts.
- Before-After & Current Status Assessment (self-reported pre/post training skills + triangulation with administrative data).
- Comparison Strategy (KYP beneficiaries vs. non-KYP youth with similar characteristics, subject to feasibility).
- Skill & Behavioural Assessment (communication, digital literacy, confidence, workplace readiness).
- Employer & Market Feedback on performance of KYP-trained candidates.
- Review of Scheme Design & Delivery (curriculum, infrastructure, trainer quality, MIS, monitoring systems).
- Data Review, Validation & Triangulation of existing administrative and internal assessment data.
3. Key Evaluation Questions (Examples)
- To what extent has KYP improved communication, life skills, digital literacy?
- How has it influenced confidence, job-seeking behaviour, work readiness?
- What proportion of beneficiaries are employed, self-employed, or in further skilling?
- How effective are program design, delivery, and inclusion across gender/socio-economic groups?
4. Methodology (Indicative – Bidders to propose their own)
- Mixed-methods (quantitative + qualitative).
- Theory of Change framework (immediate → intermediate → final outcomes).
- Multi-stage stratified sampling (districts, training centres, cohorts, gender, socio-economic groups, outcome status).
- Study period: April 2022 to March 2026.
- Assignment duration: 4 months from contract award.
5. Deliverables & Payment Schedule (Total contract value = 100%)
| Milestone | Deliverable | Payment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Approval of Inception Report | 10% |
| 2 | Approval of Draft Evaluation Report + Presentation of Draft Findings | 30% |
| 3 | Approval of Final Evaluation Report + Hindi Translation | 40% |
| 4 | Successful presentation of Final Findings | 20% |
| Interim deliverables (Tools, Cleaned Dataset, Progress Updates) – mandatory but no separate payment. |
6. Pre-Qualification Criteria (Mandatory to pass)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Entity Type | Industry Partner / Sector Skill Council / Industry Association / Recognised Academic Institution (10+ years existence). No consortium/JV. |
| Average Annual Turnover (3 years: FY 22-23, 23-24, 24-25) | Minimum ₹5 Crores |
| Net Worth (as on 31.03.2025) | Positive |
| Past Experience (last 7 years) | At least 3 completed assignments in Impact Evaluation / Outcome Evaluation / Tracer Studies / Labour market analysis / Employability studies related to Skill Development, Education, Livelihood, Social Sector, etc., issued by State/Central Govt or agencies. |
| Other | PAN, GST, Notarised Affidavit of non-blacklisting, Power of Attorney. |
7. Technical Evaluation Criteria (Total 100 marks, min 70 to qualify)
| Criteria | Max Marks |
|---|---|
| Financial Turnover (≥5 Cr to >15 Cr) | 20 |
| Experience (≥3 to >7 assignments) | 20 |
| Resource Assessment (Team Leader, Labour Market Specialist, Data Analyst, Field Coordinator, Research Specialist) | 20 |
| Experience in Bihar | 10 |
| Approach & Methodology (Profile, Experience, Approach, Timelines, Sampling, Manpower) | 30 |
| Minimum Technical Score Required | 70 out of 100 |
8. Selection Method (QCBS – 70:30)
- Technical weight = 70% | Financial weight = 30%
- Combined score = (Technical score × 0.70) + (Financial score × 0.30)
- Lowest financial bid gets 100 financial marks; others calculated proportionally.
- Highest combined score wins.
9. Important Financial & Commercial Conditions
- Bid Validity: 180 days from last submission date.
- Performance Security: 5% of total contract value (DD or Bank Guarantee) within 15 days of Letter of Award.
- Penalty: 0.5% of contract value per week of delay (max 10%).
- GST will be paid extra (not to be included in financial quote).
- All other costs (travel, lodging, communication, software, etc.) must be included in the professional fee.
10. Key Team Positions Required (CVs to be submitted)
- Team Leader / Project Director (10-12 years experience in evaluation/impact assessment)
- Labour Market / Skills Specialist
- Research / Evaluation Specialist
- Data Analyst / Statistician
- Field Coordinator(s)
11. Important Dates & Timelines
- Pre-bid query submission: 13.05.2026 up to 15:00 Hrs (email: tenders.bsdm@gmail.com)
- Pre-bid meeting (physical): 15.05.2026 at 3:00 PM at BSDM, Patna
- Last submission: 01.06.2026 up to 15:00 Hrs
- Technical bid opening: On or after 03.06.2026 post 16:00 Hrs
12. Other Key Clauses
- No consortium/joint venture permitted.
- No subcontracting allowed.
- IPR: All data, reports, tools, analyses become sole property of BSDM.
- Confidentiality & Indemnity mandatory.
- Dispute resolution: Patna jurisdiction, Arbitration under Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996.
- Force Majeure recognized (epidemic, flood, war, etc.) but not insufficient funds.
- Debarment: If convicted under Prevention of Corruption Act, Indian Penal Code, or breach of integrity.
13. Submission Requirements (Online only)
Bidders must upload (all scanned & legible):
- Tech 1: Covering letter
- Tech 2: Organization details & eligibility
- Tech 3: Past experience (with Work Orders/LOAs)
- Tech 4: Approach & methodology
- Tech 5: CVs of all key experts
- Annexure I: CA Certificate for turnover & net worth (with UDIN)
- Annexure II: Notarised affidavit on ₹100 stamp paper (non-blacklisting)
- Annexure III: Power of Attorney
- Signed RFP document (each page signed & stamped)
- Financial bid – to be filled only online (not uploaded in technical).
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