Detailed Summary of RFP for Empanelment of Technical Support Agency (TSA)

Key Information at a Glance

1. Overview

The Institute of Entrepreneurship Development, Uttar Pradesh (IEDUP), a Government of Uttar Pradesh organization, has issued this Request for Proposal (RFP) for empanelment of Technical Support Agencies (TSA) to provide end-to-end technical, operational, and monitoring support for implementation of Entrepreneurship cum Skill Development Programmes (ESDP) in Apparel & Green Jobs Sector across Uttar Pradesh.

RFP Reference No.: IEDUP/ESDP/UP/03
Date of Issue: 25.08.2026
Proposal Validity: 180 days from last date of submission

2. Objective

The primary objective is to select a competent and experienced Technical Support Agency that will:

• Support IEDUP in implementation of training programs under various schemes
• Ensure adherence to Scheme Guidelines, SOPs, and implementation timelines
• Enable transparent monitoring, reporting, and quality assurance
• Assist in coordination with districts, training centres, and Monitoring Agency

3. Scope of Work for Technical Support Agency (TSA)

3.1 Project Planning & Mobilization

• Preparation of district-wise training plans and batch schedules
• Candidate mobilization including IEC material, outreach planning, and district coordination
• Ensuring mobilization activities comply with Scheme branding and communication norms

3.2 Training Centre & Infrastructure Support

• Onboarding of training centres on designated digital platform
• Accreditation of training centres as per Scheme Guidelines
• Geo-tagging and documentation of training centres
• Arranging venue with water, electricity, and basic infrastructure

3.3 Trainer & Batch Management

• Verification of trainer eligibility, certification, and deployment
• Batch creation, approval, and lifecycle management
• Deployment of Trainer cum Instructor, Guest Faculty, and District Coordinator team

3.4 Digital Platform & Data Management

• Onboarding and operation on prescribed Skill/Training Management Portal
• Ensuring attendance tracking for candidates and trainers
• Timely and accurate data entry for enrolment, attendance, and training activities

3.5 Monitoring, Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Conduct physical and virtual inspections of training centres and batches
• Submit inspection reports, compliance reports, and corrective action plans
• Coordinate inspections with designated Monitoring Agency

3.6 Certification

• Coordination with approved Awarding Bodies/MSME for candidate certification

3.7 Reporting & Documentation

• Preparation and submission of weekly, monthly, and milestone-based progress reports
• Maintaining attendance records, training records, and programme reports
• Support audit readiness and compliance documentation
• Photography, media promotion, and visual documentation

3.8 Compliance & Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to Scheme Guidelines, SOPs, and amendments
• Support grievance redressal, candidate feedback, and issue resolution
• Assist IEDUP during reviews, audits, and inspections

4. Minimum Eligibility Criteria

5. Technical Evaluation Criteria

Technical Evaluation – Technical Support Agency (TSA) – Maximum 80 Marks

Technical Presentation – Maximum 20 Marks

Evaluation Summary

Minimum Qualifying Criteria

• Minimum Qualifying Marks in Technical Evaluation: 60 Marks (out of 80) to qualify for Technical Presentation
• Technical Presentation: Minimum 15 Marks
• Total Marks Required for Empanelment: 75 Marks (out of 100)

6. Proposal Submission Requirements

Documents Required:

1. Covering letter on letterhead with category preference
2. Power of Attorney / Board Resolution authorizing signatory
3. Documents establishing legal status (PAN, GST, statutory registrations)
4. Audited financial statements / ITRs / Turnover certificate / Balance Sheet for FY 2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26
5. Experience credentials / work orders / completion certificates / infrastructure documents
6. Declaration as prescribed in RFP
7. Affidavit/Declaration
8. Undertakings as specified in RFP document

Payment Details:

• Application Fee: ₹2,000 (Non-refundable)
• Registration Fee: ₹5,100 (Non-refundable, valid for 3 years)

Payment Mode: DD/RTGS in favor of “Institute of Entrepreneurship Development U.P., Lucknow”

Bank Details:

• Account Holder: Institute of Entrepreneurship Development, U.P.
• Bank: Bank of Baroda, Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow-226008
• Account Type: Saving Account
• Account No: 36490100000550
• IFSC Code: BARBOSAROJI
• PAN: AAATI1575J

7. Terms of Empanelment

1. Non-exclusive empanelment – IEDUP may empanel one or more agencies
2. Validity Period: 3 years from date of signing, extendable with mutual consent
3. Work Allocation: Through specific work orders based on experience, field presence, manpower, methodology, financial reasonableness, and past performance
4. No minimum business guarantee
5. Payment: After deduction of 10% administrative expenses of IEDUP from common cost norms
6. Jurisdiction: Courts at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Grounds for Cancellation of Empanelment:

• Non-performance
• Misrepresentation of facts
• Misconduct or negligence
• Breach of confidentiality
• Charging participants/beneficiaries
• Blacklisting by any government authority
• Any act prejudicial to programme interest

8. Important Dates

9. Contact Details

Institute of Entrepreneurship Development, Uttar Pradesh (IEDUP)
A – 1 & 2, Industrial Area, Sarojini Nagar,
Kanpur Road, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226008

Website: www.iedup.in
Email: iedup.director@gmail.com

10. Key Takeaways for Applicants

1. Application Fee: ₹2,000 (non-refundable)
2. Registration Fee: ₹5,100 (non-refundable, valid for 3 years)
3. Minimum Turnover: ₹1.50 Crore average over last 3 years
4. Experience Required: Minimum 04 CSR funded projects in solar panel installation and tailoring trades
5. Submission Mode: Hard copy only
6. Score Required: 75 marks out of 100 for empanelment
7. No EMD required (not specified in document)
8. Jurisdiction: Lucknow courts
9. Language: English (Hindi documents accepted with English summary)
10. Blacklisting Check: Self-declaration required

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