Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) Empanelment EOI 2026-27: Training Partner Tender in Gujarat

Tender Glance: Key Information at a Glance

Eligibility Criteria at a Glance:

• Registered entity in India for at least 5 years.
• Minimum average turnover of INR 1 Cr in the last 3 years.
• Experience of completing 5 MFP-based training programs with at least 1500 trainees in Gujarat.
• Minimum turnover of Rs. 50 Lakhs from MFP Training activity in the last 10 years.
• Must have at least one office in Gujarat.
• Not blacklisted by any Government agency.

Introduction

The Office of the Deputy Conservator of Forest, North Dang Forest Division, Ahwa, Gujarat, has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the empanelment of Training Agencies as “Training Partner” . This initiative is part of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) for the financial year 2026-27. The EOI invites reputed and registered entities, including Societies, Academic Institutions, NGOs, and Skill Development agencies, to undertake skill development training programs for tribal gatherers in the Dang District. This is a significant skill development tender aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of tribal communities through sustainable MFP (Minor Forest Produce)-based enterprises. This skill RFP seeks qualified partners to provide comprehensive training, from mobilization to market linkage, for the establishment of Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs).

Objective

The primary objective of this EOI for Skill Development Training is to empanel agencies that will undertake skill development training programs for MFP gatherers under the PMJVM scheme. The specific goals include:

1. To organize traditional industries and tribal gatherers into competitive clusters for long-term sustainability.
2. To provide sustained employment for tribal artisans and gatherers.
3. To enhance the marketability of value-added tribal products through design, packaging, and branding support.
4. To equip beneficiaries with improved skills and capabilities through structured training.
5. To strengthen cluster governance systems and promote public-private partnerships.
6. To shift from a supply-driven to a market-driven model and leverage e-commerce for tribal products.

Key Dates

EMD & Tender Fees

• Non-Refundable EOI Processing Fees: Rs. 900/- in the form of a Demand Draft in favor of “Deputy Conservator of Forest, North Dangs,” payable at Ahwa, Dangs.
• Refundable EOI Processing Fees (EMD): Rs. 20,000/- in the form of a Demand Draft in favor of “Deputy Conservator of Forest, North Dangs,” payable at Ahwa, Dangs.

Scope of Work

The selected Training Partners will be responsible for a comprehensive range of activities:

• Mobilization: Conducting ground-level mobilization of gatherers/trainees at their own cost and forming batches at the cluster level.
• Training & Curriculum: Developing training modules in Gujarati that cover entrepreneurship, marketing, packaging, financial literacy, and domain skills. The training must include market exposure visits.
• Training Delivery: Facilitating training for batches of 20 trainees on sustainable harvesting and value addition of MFPs.
• Toolkit & Raw Material: Sourcing and procuring relevant toolkits and raw materials for training purposes as per government financial rules.
• Data Management: Maintaining and reporting training data, attendance, and trainee progress to the Forest Department on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Outcome & Linkage: Ensuring sustainable income enhancement for trainees post-training and linking them with various government schemes.
• Reporting: Submitting performance reports and documentation, including case studies and an end-project report.

Eligibility of Training Partners

Interested agencies must meet the following criteria:

1. Legal Entity: Must be a legal entity registered in India for at least 5 years as of 31/03/2026.
2. Turnover: Minimum cumulative average turnover of INR 1 Cr during the past 3 years (2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26) with a positive net worth.
3. Experience: Must have completed Five (5) MFP-based training programs with at least 1500 trainees in Gujarat State during the last 10 years.
4. MFP Turnover: Minimum turnover of Rs. 50 Lakhs from MFP Training activity in the last 10 years.
5. Market Linkage: Experience in establishing market and credit linkages for large groups (≥1000 small and marginal farmers).
6. Capacity Building: Experience in providing capacity building, pre- and post-harvest training for large groups.
7. Manpower: Must have regular manpower with technical expertise for cluster development programs.
8. DPR Expertise: Experience in preparing Detailed Project Reports (DPRs).
9. Local Office: Must have at least one office in the State of Gujarat.
10. No Blacklisting: The agency should not be debarred or blacklisted by any Central or State Government agency.
11. GST: Must have a valid GST number, if applicable.

Selection Criteria

The selection will be based on a technical evaluation with a total of 100 marks. Agencies must score a minimum of 75 marks to qualify for empanelment.

Empanelment Procedure

1. Initial Scrutiny: Applications will be shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria.
2. Presentation: Shortlisted agencies will be invited for a presentation before a competent committee.
3. Empanelment: Selected agencies will be empanelled with the Forest Division of North Dangs, Ahwa.
4. Agreement: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will be signed with the empanelled agencies.

Eligible Beneficiaries

The training programs are intended for MFP gatherers, tribal artisans, and beneficiaries in the Dang District of Gujarat.

Total Target to be Trained

• Number of Candidates: 300 Candidates per cluster.
• Total Clusters: 3
• Total Target: 900 candidates across all clusters.

Job Roles or Course or Focus Area

The training will focus on:

• Sustainable harvesting and collection of MFPs.
• Value addition for MFPs available in the area.
• Entrepreneurship competencies.
• Marketing, packaging, and branding.
• Financial literacy, costing, and pricing.
• Market exposure and e-commerce.

Duration

• Total Duration: 3 months.
• Batch Size: 20 trainees per batch.
• Training Days: 4 days per batch.

Funding and Payment Conditions

The estimated expenditure is Rs. 15,00,000/- per cluster. Payment to the Training Implementing Agency will be made in four installments:

1. 25% on signing of the contract.
2. 25% on completion of screening, mobilization, and batch formation.
3. 25% on completion of satisfactory training.
4. 25% after satisfactory handholding of trainees for 3 months and beyond.

Mode of Submission and Address

• Online Submission: Through the website www.nprocure.com.
• Physical Submission: Sealed envelopes superscribed with “Application for Empanelment as Training Partner” should be sent via Registered Post & Speed Post only to:
  Office of Deputy Conservator of Forest
  North Dang Forest Division Ahwa
  Ahwa, Dist- Dangs
  Email: dcfdangnorth16@gmail.com
  Telephone: 02631-220203

Other Terms and Conditions

• Consortium: Not allowed.
• Performance Security: 5% of the contract value as a performance security deposit.
• Tenure: Empanelment is for one year.
• Jurisdiction: Disputes will fall under the jurisdiction of Ahwa, Gujarat.
• Right to Reject: The Forest Department reserves the right to reject any proposal without assigning any reason.
• Document Signing: Each page of the document must be duly signed and stamped by the authorized person.
• Cost of Application: The EOI processing fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

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