DETAILED SUMMARY OF REVISED RFP FOR APPOINTMENT OF TSC TRAINING PARTNERS (TP)

KEY INFORMATION AT A GLANCE

1. BACKGROUND & INTRODUCTION

The Textile Sector Skill Council (TSC) is an industry-led body established under the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and recognized as an Awarding Body by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India.

TSC’s Core Functions:

• Development of National Occupational Standards (NOS)
• Creation of Qualification Packs (QPs)
• Design of training curricula
• Establishment of certification systems
• Implementation of quality assurance frameworks

Objective of this RFP: To empanel eligible organizations as Training Partners (TPs) who shall become eligible to participate in future TSC-led skill development initiatives. Note: Empanelment does NOT guarantee project allocation, training targets, or funding.

2. INDICATIVE ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF EMPANELLED TRAINING PARTNERS

A. Candidate Mobilization

• Community awareness and mobilization
• Candidate counselling and registration
• Eligibility verification
• Mobilization of youth, artisans, weavers, SHGs, women, and other target groups

B. Training Delivery

• Deliver NSQF-aligned training programmes
• Follow TSC-approved Qualification Packs and curriculum
• Deploy suitably qualified trainers (including TSC Certified Trainers)
• Ensure availability of machinery, equipment, and consumables
• Conduct classroom, practical, blended, or workplace-based training

C. Infrastructure Management

Training Centres shall maintain:

• Classrooms
• Practical laboratories/workshops
• Textile machinery and equipment
• Adequate IT infrastructure and reliable internet connectivity
• Safety provisions
• Drinking water and sanitation facilities

D. Assessment & Certification

• Coordinate assessments with TSC
• Prepare candidates for assessment
• Facilitate certification

E. Placement & Industry Linkages

• Facilitate placements
• Promote apprenticeship
• Support entrepreneurship
• Develop linkages with textile industries

F. Monitoring & Compliance

• Maintain digital records
• Upload information on TSC-prescribed portals
• Submit periodic reports
• Facilitate inspections and audits
• Comply with TSC Quality Standards

3. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

A. For Textile Mill Sector Job Roles (Annexure I)

The following organizations are eligible:

B. For Handloom Sector Job Roles (Annexure II)

Mandatory Requirements

1. Online Application: Training Partner affiliation through online application
2. Certified Trainers: Availability of TSC Certified Trainers or commitment to deploy/certify trainers before training commencement
3. Infrastructure: Adequate training infrastructure as prescribed by TSC
4. Compliance: Adherence to TSC Affiliation Guidelines and Quality Assurance Framework
5. Statutory Compliance: Compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements

Important: Organizations or consultancy firms not satisfying the prescribed eligibility criteria shall NOT be considered.

4. TRAINING PARTNER AFFILIATION PROCESS

5. EVALUATION & SELECTION CRITERIA

Applications shall be evaluated based on:

TSC may undertake:

• Document verification
• Infrastructure Verification
• Technical Assessment (if required)
• Due diligence

Decision of TSC shall be final and binding.

6. BENEFITS OF BECOMING AN AFFILIATED TRAINING PARTNER

General Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in skill development initiatives under Central/State Government, CSR, Industry, and International programmes
• Eligibility for implementation of TSC-supported projects
• Access to industry-recognized training curriculum and Qualification Packs
• Candidate assessment and certification through TSC
• Industry networking and capacity-building opportunities
• Enhanced institutional credibility through TSC affiliation

Special Benefits for Textile Mills

• Transformation from cost centre to value-generating resource
• Participation in Government-funded skilling programmes
• Partial or full financial support for training delivery
• Availing benefit of trainee stipends under select Government schemes
• Development of industry-ready workforce aligned with operational requirements

7. TERMS & CONDITIONS

8. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Documents to be Submitted in PDF Format:

Submission Link: https://forms.gle/gKenswPakSvHmzk79

9. APPLICATION FORM STRUCTURE

The application form consists of four sections:

SECTION 1: Organization Information and Credentials

• Name, address, year of establishment
• Type of organization
• Affiliation sought (Mill/Handloom)
• Registration details (PAN/TAN)
• Director/Head and Coordinator details
• Organizational model (single/multi-spread)
• Affiliation with other bodies

SECTION 2: Affiliation and Training

• Past participation in NSDC/Govt. schemes (last 3 years)
• Past placement record (last 3 years)

SECTION 3: Processes, Compliances and Records

• Operations Manual
• Statutory compliance
• Trainer recruitment guidelines
• Faculty development plan
• Training packages (content, manual, trainer guide, delivery plan)
• Training delivery (classroom facilities, PPTs, assessment plans, OJT)
• Library facilities
• Health & Safety norms
• Management Review
• CVs for Master Trainers
• Content development capability

SECTION 4: Other Relevant Information

• Details of grants received from Govt. (last 3 years)

10. ANNEXURES

Annexure A: List of Job Roles (Textile Mill Sector)

Total Job Roles: 75 (covering Spinning, Weaving, Knitting, Processing, Technical Textiles, and Textile Entrepreneurship)

Sector-wise Distribution:

NSQF Levels: Range from Level 2 to Level 6

Annexure A (Continued): List of Job Roles (Handloom Sector)

Total Job Roles: 14

NSQF Levels: Range from Level 2 to Level 5

Annexure B: Audited Financial Statements Format

• Financial Year 2023-24
• Financial Year 2024-25
• Financial Year 2025-26

11. PAYMENT DETAILS

Affiliation Application Fee

Amount: ₹10,000/- (Non-refundable)

Payment Modes

• NEFT/RTGS
• Demand Draft
• Cheque

TSC Bank Details

12. DECLARATIONS REQUIRED

Declaration 1: Not Being Blacklisted

• Declaration that the organization, Directors/Partners/Trustees/KMP have not been blacklisted, debarred, suspended, or declared ineligible by any Central/State Govt., PSU, NSDC, SSC, or statutory authority.

Declaration 2: Truthfulness of Information

• Certification that all information furnished is true and correct.

Both declarations must be on the Applicant Organization’s Letter Head.

13. IMPORTANT DATES

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

15. DISCLAIMER HIGHLIGHTS

• This RFP is solely for inviting applications for empanelment as Training Partners for future training targets to FY26-27.
• Submission does not create any right, entitlement, or obligation on TSC to grant affiliation, empanelment, allocate projects, assign training targets, provide funding, or enter into any agreement.
• TSC reserves absolute right to:
  • Accept or reject any application without assigning reason
  • Seek clarifications/additional information
  • Verify information through due diligence/physical inspection
  • Modify, amend, suspend, extend, or withdraw RFP
  • Empanel only eligible and compliant organizations
• TSC decision shall be final and binding.
• No applicant shall have any claim for compensation, reimbursement of expenses, damages, or any other relief.
• TPs will be required to set up TSC-accredited Training Centers as per funding scheme guidelines before starting training.

16. SUMMARY OF KEY REQUIREMENTS

17. DOCUMENT CHECKLIST

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