Empanelment of Project Implementation Agency (PIA) / Training Partner (TP) for Implementation of “Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Kaushalya Prashikshan Kendra”

Quick Overview & Key Information

1. Introduction

The Maharashtra State Skill Development Society (MSSDS), under the Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Department (SEEID), Government of Maharashtra, has issued this Request for Proposal (RFP) (Ref No: MSSDS/ MJPKPK/2026/01). This RFP invites applications for the Empanelment of Project Implementation Agencies (PIA) / Training Partners (TP) to establish and operate “Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Kaushalya Prashikshan Kendra” (MJPKPK) across the state. This initiative focuses on providing skill development training to youth in underserved regions.

2. Objectives of MJPKPK

• To provide skill training based on local resources to youth from slum, hilly, tribal, Naxal-affected areas, aspirational districts, and areas where hardship allowance is applicable.
• To relax space norms, allowing training centres in a minimum area of 300–1500 sq. ft.
• To enhance the standard of living through dignified employment.

3. Key Dates & Schedule

4. Tender Fee & Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

• Tender Fee: ₹20,000 (Non-refundable).
• EMD: ₹1,00,000 (Refundable).
• Payment Mode: RTGS / NEFT / DD / FDR to account:
  • Bank: State Bank of India
  • Account No: 40437342214
  • IFSC: SBIN0005347 (Fort Market, Mumbai)
• EMD Forfeiture: If the selected bidder fails to submit PBG or sign the agreement, or withdraws during the 90-day RFP validity.

5. Scope of Work for Empanelled Agencies

The selected PIA/TP will handle:

• Mobilization: Ground-level mobilization & counseling of eligible candidates at own cost.
• Registration: Aadhaar-linked online registration via https://kaushalya.mahaswayam.gov.in.
• Training Delivery: High-quality training as per NSQF/NCVET curriculum; Aadhaar-linked IRIS attendance; No subletting/franchise allowed.
• Assessment & Certification: Conducted by MSBSVET.
• Placement: Mandatory 60% placement for certified candidates, followed by post-placement tracking.
• Reporting: Monthly Progress Reports (MPR) to MSSDS.

6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners

Only organizations meeting the following qualify:

1. Empanelment Mandate: Must be listed in the Government Resolution No. 1725/3.358/HT dated 13.03.2026 (empancelled consulting agencies for non-IT programs).
2. Area Coverage: Must select a minimum of 4 areas from: Slum, Hilly, Tribal, Naxal affected, Hardship allowance, Aspirational.
3. Sector Selection: Must select a minimum of 5 sectors across proposed centres.
4. Centre Proposal: Minimum 10 centres (10% of total target) and maximum 25 centres (25% of total target).

7. Selection Criteria & Evaluation Process

The evaluation is two-stage (Technical + Presentation):

Part A: Technical Evaluation (80 Marks)

Part B: Presentation (20 Marks)

• Approach & Methodology (4)
• Implementation Plan & Readiness (4)
• Naxal/Hilly/Aspirational inclusion (4)
• Placement Strategy (4)
• Innovation & Presentation (4)

Award of Work:

• Top 4 bidders (Technical + Presentation scores) will be awarded work.
• Equal distribution of centres (subject to max 25 each) with priority given to higher-scoring bidders.

8. Empanelment Procedure

1. Download RFP from https://kaushalya.mahaswayam.gov.in.
2. Pay Tender Fee & EMD online.
3. Submit Technical Bid online only (no financial bid mentioned) with all annexures (Covering letter, placement details, industry tie-ups, manpower profile, etc.).
4. MSSDS conducts Test of Responsiveness → Desk Evaluation → Technical Scoring.
5. Bidders scoring 40+ in Part A are called for Presentation (Part B).
6. Top 4 bidders empanelled; work orders issued.
7. Selected agency submits Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) @ 3% of work order value within 7 working days.

9. Eligible Beneficiaries

• Youth residing in Slum areas (as per Maharashtra Act XXVIII of 1971).
• Hilly areas (Planning Dept GR dated 17.07.2025).
• Tribal areas (Scheduled Areas Order, 1985).
• Naxal affected areas (Home Dept GR dated 27.06.2025).
• Hardship allowance areas (GAD GR dated 09.04.2018).
• Aspirational Districts / Talukas (Planning Dept GR dated 20.04.2026).

10. Total Target, Job Roles, and Duration

• Total Centres: 100 training centres.
• Job Roles / Focus Areas: 38 specific job roles across sectors including:
  • Gems & Jewellery (Tarakkasi Jeweller)
  • IT-ITES (Digital Marketing Assistant, AI Assistant, Cyber Security)
  • Handicrafts (Leather Toy Maker, Traditional Painting Maker)
  • Logistics (E-commerce Delivery Associate)
  • Retail (Store Operations Assistant, Cashier)
  • Management (Office Assistant, Client Engagement Associate)
  • Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP)
• Course Duration: 108 to 540 hours (NSQF Level 2 to 3).
• Empanelment Validity: 2 training cycles or 18 months (whichever is earlier).

11. Funding and Payment Conditions

Payment is linked to outcomes (Training Cost Reimbursement):

12. Mode & Address for Submission

• Mode: Online only.
• Website: https://kaushalya.mahaswayam.gov.in
• Physical Address for Queries/Pre-Bid: Maharashtra State Skill Development Society, 1st Floor, Elphinstone Technical High School Campus, 3 Mahapalika Marg, Dhobi Talao, Mumbai – 400001.
• Email: addceo@mssds.in

13. Other Key Terms & Conditions

• RFP Validity: 90 days from submission deadline.
• Penalty Clause: 0.1% per week penalty for delay (max 1%); contract termination for >1% delay.
• Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): 3% of work order value; valid 180 days beyond contract.
• Blacklisting: Grounds include fraud, financial irregularities, poor performance (e.g., fake enrollments/attendance), subcontracting, or centre closure without approval.
• Monitoring: A Steering Committee (headed by Commissioner, Skill Development) oversees implementation.
• Force Majeure: Applicable as per standard clauses.
• Disputes & Arbitration: Exclusive jurisdiction of Courts in Mumbai; Arbitration under Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
• Right to Terminate: MSSDS reserves the right to cancel/amend the RFP without assigning any reason.

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