RFP for Establishing and Operating Residential Special Training Centre/School for Rescued Child Labour (6-14 Years) | RFP Bihar Labour Department

For-Tender-Guidance-Support-2026

Detailed Summary of RFP for Residential Special Training Centres for Rescued Child Labour in Bihar

Key Information at a Glance

ParameterDetails
StateBihar
Issuing AuthorityAdditional Chief Secretary, Labour Resources and Migrant Workers Welfare Department, Government of Bihar
Title of Tender/RFPNotice Inviting Request for Proposal for Establishing and Operating Residential Special Training Centre/School for Rescued Child Labour (6-14 Years)
Value of the TenderNot explicitly mentioned (Financial bid based on monthly quote per unit of 100 children)
Tender FeeNot specified (appears to be NIL)
EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)₹3,50,000 per district/centre applied for (in the form of Demand Draft)
Last Date of Submission16-07-2026
Time of SubmissionNot explicitly mentioned (before specified date/time)
Mode of SubmissionPhysical submission via Courier/Speed Post in sealed envelopes (Two-envelope system)
Download Tender/EOIWebsite: https://state.bihar.gov.in (Labour Department section)
OR
VIEW RFP FROM HERE

A. Overview and Purpose

The Labour Resources and Migrant Workers Welfare Department, Government of Bihar invites proposals from eligible Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) for establishing and operating Residential Special Training Centres/Schools for rescued child labour between the age group of 6-14 years.

Objective:

  • Provide permanent residential facilities to rescued child labour till the age of 18 years
  • Provide basic and bridge course education through formal education or National Open School (NOS)
  • Facilitate vocational/skill training after age of 18
  • Rehabilitate children into mainstream society
  • Break the vicious cycle of child labour

B. District-wise Allocation & Scope

DistrictNumber of CentresCapacity per Centre
Nawada1100 children
Nalanda1100 children
Banka1100 children
Jamui1100 children

Total: 4 centres across 4 districts

Key Points:

  • Only one centre per district will be established
  • Organizations can apply for one or more districts
  • Must create infrastructure and manpower for at least 100 rescued child labourers per centre
  • Children admitted must be produced before Child Welfare Committee (CWC)

C. Key Amendments/Corrigendum Highlights

S.No.ClauseDetails
1Earlier Tender ReferenceTender No. RFP-01/CL-10-09/2017 (Khand-I) L.R.-01, dated 03.02.2026 for 7 districts (Patna, Gayaji, Sitamarhi, Nawada, Nalanda, Banka, Jamui)
2Awarded DistrictsPatna, Gayaji, Sitamarhi – already awarded to L-1 bidder
3Current Tender DistrictsNawada, Nalanda, Banka, Jamui (remaining 4 districts)
4Rate Matching ClauseIf current L-1 rate is higher than previous tender rate, current L-1 must match the previous L-1 rate
5Eligibility for Previous BiddersBidders who participated in earlier tender are expressly permitted and eligible to submit bids for current tender
6No Consortium/JV AllowedOnly sole applicants; no joint ventures, consortia, or sub-contracting
7Unsubscribed DistrictsIf no bid received for any district, L-1 bidders of other districts may be offered opportunity at their quoted rates

D. Financial Details

Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):

Centres Applied ForEMD Amount
1 District₹3,50,000
2 Districts₹7,00,000
3 Districts₹10,50,000
4 Districts₹14,00,000
  • Mode: Demand Draft from scheduled bank in favor of “Additional Chief Secretary, Labour Resources and Migrant Workers Welfare Department, Payable at Patna”
  • Separate DD required for each district (consolidated DD not accepted)
  • Forfeiture: If bid withdrawn during validity period OR if successful bidder fails to submit Performance Guarantee within 30 days of LOA

Performance Guarantee (PG):

  • ₹7,00,000 per allotted school
  • Form: Irrevocable unconditional Bank Guarantee valid for 36 months or Demand Draft
  • Timeline: Within 30 days of Letter of Award (LOA)
  • Forfeiture: If performance unsatisfactory OR organization engages in undesirable activities
  • Return: Within 6 months from end of allotment period

Grant Structure:

ParameterDetails
Payment ModeQuarterly instalments
First GrantAdvance of 3 months budgeted outlay (against Bank Guarantee of equal amount valid for 12 months)
Subsequent GrantsWithin 1 week of quarter end (on submission of Utilization Certificate)
Cost EscalationMaximum 5% per annum (mutual agreement, subject to performance)
Grant BasisPer child basis (based on actual number of rescued children residing)

Financial Bid Components (Monthly Quote for 100 children):

  1. Furniture & Equipment (beds, lockers, computers, TVs, sports equipment)
  2. Building Rent/Maintenance (minimum 12,000 sq. ft. carpet area)
  3. Water & Electricity (24×7 supply)
  4. Manpower (Project Coordinator, Counsellor, Social Workers, Educators, Multi-tasking Staff, Cooks, Helpers, Security Guards)
  5. Maintenance (Food – 3000 cal/day, clothing, toiletries, medical)
  6. Contingencies (stationery, telephone, photocopy, etc.)
  7. Library Books & Miscellaneous

E. Eligibility Criteria

S.No.CriteriaRequirement
1RegistrationRegistered on or before 31.03.2020 under Societies Act, 1860 (or equivalent)
2NGO DarpanMust be registered on NGO Darpan Portal
3Annual TurnoverMinimum ₹500 Lakhs in each of last 3 FYs (2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25)
4Turnover from Residential InstitutionsMinimum ₹50 Lakhs in each of last 3 FYs from running Residential STC/School/Educational Institutions
5Track RecordMust have operated/run minimum 2 Residential STCs/Schools/Institutions in last 3 FYs with 50+ students each
6ExperienceMinimum 3 years of experience working in area of child labour/working children
7InnovationPreference to organizations with innovation in improving situation of street/working children
8Audited StatementsMust provide audited financial statements with CA Certificate (Mandatory with UDIN)

F. Important Conditions & Requirements

Infrastructure & Operations:

  • Minimum 12,000 sq. ft. carpet area (well-ventilated building)
  • Safety Measures: CCTV, Day & Night Attendance System (biometric if possible)
  • Healthcare: Regular medical check-ups, specialized services
  • Individual Care Plan for each child
  • Electronic Database in Child Labour Tracking System (CLTS)

Required Facilities:

  • Kitchen, bathrooms (minimum 2), toilets (minimum 8)
  • Recreational facilities (indoor & outdoor games)
  • Computers, printers, scanners, TVs
  • Library with educational/informational books
  • Locker facilities for children
  • 2 sets of winter/summer clothes per child

Manpower Requirements:

PositionNumberQualification
Project Coordinator1Graduate with 5 years experience
Counsellor1Graduate in Psychology with 2 years experience
Social Worker Cum Field Mobiliser2Graduate with field experience
Educators/Teachers6Trained (B.Ed./TET qualified) Graduate with 2 years experience
Multi-Tasking Staff3Intermediate with computer/clerical knowledge
Cooks3NA
Helpers2NA
Sweepers2NA
Security Guards3NA

G. Period of Allotment & Performance Review

ParameterDetails
Initial Period3 years from date of opening of school
ExtensionBased on performance (subject to annual review)
First Performance ReviewIn the 9th month from date of starting
Consecutive Unsatisfactory PerformanceOrganization may be removed/de-empaneled
JurisdictionCourts at Patna, Bihar

H. Submission Procedure

Two-Envelope System:

EnvelopeContentsSuperscription
Super Envelope (Outer)Sealed Envelope I + Sealed Envelope II“Proposal for Establishing and Operating Residential Special Training Centre/School for Rescued Child Labour between the age group of 6-14 Years” + RFP Ref. No. + Organization Name
Envelope I (Technical)Technical Bid + EMD + All supporting documents“Technical Bid for Proposal of Establishing and Operating Residential Special Training Centre/School for Rescued Child Labour between the age group of 6-14 Years”
Envelope II (Financial)Financial quotes for each district applied“Financial Bid for Proposal of Establishing and Operating Residential Special Training Centre/School for Rescued Child Labour between the age group of 6-14 Years”

Required Documents in Technical Bid:

  1. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)
  2. Registration Certificate (Societies Act, 1860)
  3. Audited Reports (FY 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25)
  4. CA Certificate (Annexure III & IV with UDIN)
  5. Supporting Documents (work orders, MOUs, agreements)
  6. Brief write-up on current programs (max 3 pages)
  7. Approach & Methodology write-up (max 5 pages)
  8. Non-Blacklisting Affidavit (Annexure I)
  9. Power of Attorney (Annexure II)
  10. Income Tax Returns (FY 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25)

I. Key Rules & Conditions

RuleDetails
Bid Validity180 days from last date of submission
L-1 SelectionBased on least cost method (financial bid for each district)
Technical Bid OpeningSame day at 3:00 PM in presence of tender committee
Financial Bid OpeningOnly for technically qualified bidders (date to be communicated later)
PresentationQualified bidders must present on current projects and methodology
No Consortium/JVOnly sole applicants allowed
No Sub-contractingNot allowed
No Electronic BidsTelex/telegram/fax/email bids not accepted
Cost ResponsibilityAll costs incurred by bidder for participation
Amendment RightsDepartment reserves right to amend/modify scope at any stage
Acceptance RightsDepartment reserves right to accept/reject any/all proposals without assigning reason
Right to CancelDepartment may cancel entire RFP at any stage

J. Special Provisions

  1. Child Age: 6-14 years at admission; can stay till 18 years
  2. Skill Training Cost: Department will bear cost of domain skill training undertaken after 18 years (Government sponsored)
  3. Admission Responsibility: Prime responsibility of admitting rescued children lies with selected organization
  4. Department Support: State machinery will assist in admitting rescued child labour
  5. Statutory Deductions: Applicable taxes/deductions will be made
  6. Presentation Required: Qualified bidders must make presentation on approach and methodology

K. Jurisdiction & Dispute Resolution

  • All disputes subject to courts at Patna, Bihar
  • Department’s decision on performance reviews is final and conclusive

L. Important Dates

EventDate
RFP Issue Date23.06.2026 (approx.)
Last Date of Submission03.06.2026 (Note: Date appears inconsistent with RFP issue date; please verify from official source)
Technical Bid OpeningOn submission date at 3:00 PM
Financial Bid OpeningTo be communicated later

M. Contact Information

DetailsInformation
AddressAdditional Chief Secretary, Labour Resources and Migrant Workers Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, C – Wing, 2nd Floor, Niyojan Bhawan, Near Income Tax Round About, Patna – 800001
Phone0612-2215142
Fax0612-2215004
Emailseclab-bih@nic.in
Websitehttps://state.bihar.gov.in (Labour Department section)

N. Important Notes for Bidders

  1. Corrigendum Changes: This RFP is a continuation of earlier tender (RFP-01/CL-10-09/2017 (Khand-I) L.R.-01, dated 03.02.2026). The rate matching clause is critical – if current L-1 rate is higher, must match previous L-1 rate.
  2. Previous Tender Participation: Participation in previous tender does not disqualify bidders from current tender.
  3. Separate DDs Required: Consolidated DD for multiple districts will be rejected.
  4. CA Certificate UDIN: Mandatory verification through https://udin.icai.org/search-udin. Without UDIN, proposal will be rejected.
  5. Physical Submission Only: No electronic submission accepted.
  6. Binding Financial Quote: Financial quote is binding upon bidder.
  7. No Guarantee of Work: Selection under this RFP does not guarantee allocation of work.
  8. Careful Study Required: Submission implies full understanding of all terms and conditions.

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