Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) – EOI for Skill Development Training under PHVY

Quick Glance: Key Tender Information

Introduction

Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM), under the Department of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training, Government of Punjab, has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) inviting empaneled Training Partners in the State of Punjab to carry out Skill Development Trainings. This EOI for Skill Development Training is aligned with the Punjab Hunar Vikas Yojana (PHVY) and PMKVY 4.0 scheme guidelines. The mission aims to engage agency(ies) from its empaneled training partners to deliver quality skill training, assessment, certification, and placement services across identified job roles.

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This skill RFP document outlines the complete scope, eligibility, selection criteria, and terms for agencies interested in participating. With a strong focus on Future Skills and industry-relevant job roles, this initiative represents one of the new skill tenders designed to bridge the employability gap in Punjab.

Objective

The primary objective of this EOI is to:

1. Select qualified and empaneled Training Partners (TPs) to conduct Skill Development Trainings in specified job roles.
2. Ensure readiness of training centre premises, including classrooms, labs, CCTV, projectors, internet, pantry, AC, and biometric attendance as per PMKVY 4.0 norms.
3. Provide ToT-certified trainers for each job role.
4. Manage training, placement, monitoring, and assessment of candidates through the Sector Skill Council.
5. Complete training, assessment, and certification before 30-11-2026.
6. Achieve placement targets as per PMKVY 3.0/4.0 guidelines.
7. Ensure transparent, merit-based allocation of training targets to agencies scoring highest in combined evaluation.

Key Dates (Bidding Schedule)

EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)

• Amount: ₹15,000/-
• Refund: The EMD of the successful bidder shall be refunded after submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG).
• PBG: Performance Bank Guarantee @ 10% of total project cost, valid till 30-04-2027, to be submitted within 10 days of work order issuance.
• Non-submission of PBG: Penalty of ₹1,000 per day per centre for 5 days; on the 6th day, PBG will be forfeited.

Tender Fee

• Tender Fee: ₹1,000/-
• Processing Fees: ₹10,000/-
• Mode: To be submitted as per e-procurement portal guidelines.

Scope of Work

The selected Training Partner will be responsible for:

1. Centre Readiness: Ensuring training centre premises are ready with classrooms, labs, CCTV cameras, projectors, internet, pantry, AC, and biometric attendance as per PMKVY 4.0 guidelines (hour-wise).
2. Trainers: Providing ToT-certified trainers for the applied job roles.
3. Training Delivery: Managing training, placement, monitoring, and assessment of candidates in association with the Sector Skill Council.
4. Timeline: Completing entire training, assessment, and certification before 30-11-2026.
5. Placement: Ensuring placement/employment as per PMKVY 3.0 guidelines at or above semi-skilled wage rates.
6. Assessment Fees: Paying assessment fees (reimbursed by PSDM); re-assessment fees not reimbursed.
7. No Subletting: No subletting of work is allowed; violation leads to de-empanelment.
8. SPOC Appointment: Appointing a fact-knowing Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for coordination.
9. Commencement: Starting training within 15 days of work order issuance.
10. Final Bills: Submitting final installment bills by 31-01-2027.

Eligibility of Training Partners

A. Basic Eligibility Criteria

B. Technical Eligibility

Scoring 0 marks in either of the following two criteria makes the applicant ineligible.

Note: Applicants must score at least 35 marks in eligibility criteria to be called for presentation.

Selection Criteria

1. Eligibility Screening: Applicants must meet basic eligibility and score at least 35 marks in technical eligibility.
2. Presentation: 30 marks – covering approach, methodology, setup plan, ToT trainers, staffing, training schedule, quality assurance, monitoring, assessment, payment claims, and placement proposal.
3. Minimum Presentation Score: 15 marks required to remain eligible.
4. Combined Score: Highest combined score in eligibility + presentation gets the work order for that job role.
5. Tie-Breaker: Agency with higher trained and certified numbers in that trade is selected.
6. Work Allocation: PSDM may allocate skill training and placement targets within work order timelines.

Empanelment Procedure

1. Only Training Partners already empaneled with PSDM as on the date of applying are eligible.
2. Applicants must submit self-certified copies of empanelment letters, ToT certificates, and undertakings.
3. Applications must be submitted online via www.eproc.punjab.gov.in in the prescribed format (Annexure C).
4. Applications must be unconditional; otherwise rejected.
5. All information must be supported by authentic documents duly certified with signatures on each page.
6. Shortlisted agencies will be invited for a presentation.
7. Final selection based on combined scores of eligibility and presentation.
8. Work order issued to the highest-scoring agency for each job role.
9. PBG submission within 10 days of work order issuance.
10. Training commencement within 15 days of work order issuance.

Eligible Beneficiaries

As per Punjab Hunar Vikas Yojana (PHVY):

• Candidates with Aadhaar card of Punjab.
• Aged above 14 years as on commencement of training.
• Candidates belonging to vulnerable groups should have an Aadhaar card.
• Only candidates who can take up employment after successful completion of training should be inducted.

Total Target to be Trained

• The total target is not explicitly mentioned in the EOI document.
• Targets will be allocated to selected agencies based on job roles listed in Annexure E.
• Training must be completed before 30-11-2026.
• Placements can be done in the next financial year.
• Final installment bills must be submitted by 31-01-2027.

Job Roles / Course / Focus Area

• Job roles are listed in Annexure E of the EOI.
• Focus areas include Future Skill Job Roles and Same Sector job roles.
• Training must be aligned with Sector Skill Council (SSC) standards.
• QP Code and NSQF Level to be specified in the application (Annexure C).
• Centre accreditation under A&A / non-A&A as per PMKVY 4.0 guidelines.

Duration

• Training Completion: Before 30-11-2026.
• Placement: Can be done in the next financial year.
• Final Installment Bills: By 31-01-2027.
• Training Commencement: Within 15 days of work order issuance.
• PBG Validity: Till 30-04-2027.
• PBG Release: 1 month after completion of work order and payment of all installments.

Funding and Payment Conditions

Common Cost Norms of PMKVY 4.0

Installment Structure

Penalties

• Non-commencement of training:
  • 16-20 days: ₹10,000 (one time per centre)
  • 21-25 days: ₹20,000 (one time per centre)
  • 26-30 days: ₹30,000 (one time per centre)
  • 31 days and above: Forfeiture of PBG and target withdrawn
• Non-submission of PBG: ₹1,000 per day per centre for 5 days; 6th day PBG forfeited.
• Non-submission of final bills by 31-01-2027: No claims entertained; PBG forfeited.
• Failure to claim installments: May lead to de-empanelment.
• Non-responsiveness/poor performance/incorrect information: May lead to PBG forfeiture.

Mode of Submission and Address

• Mode: Online only through e-procurement portal: www.eproc.punjab.gov.in
• Any other means: Not accepted; summarily rejected.
• Application Format: As per Annexure C.
• Documents: All information/details supported by authentic documents duly certified by Applicant with signatures on each page.
• Contact Person: Ms. Neeshu Koshik, 82957-48828
• Email: neeshukoshik.psdm@gmail.com with CC to secy.skill@psdm.gov.in
• Pre-Bid Meeting Venue: PSDM Head Office, Chandigarh.

Other Terms and Conditions

1. Corrigendum/Addendum: Only uploaded on www.pgrkam.com and www.eproc.punjab.gov.in; no separate communication.
2. Dispute Resolution: First referred to Mission Director, PSDM; then governed by Punjab Transparency in Public Procurement Act, 2019 and Rules, 2022. Courts at Chandigarh have jurisdiction.
3. Appeal Mechanism: Appeals before Appellate Authority under Section 49 of Punjab Transparency in Public Procurement Act, 2019.
4. Appellate Authority: Administrative Secretary, Department of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training, Government of Punjab.
5. Matters Not Appealable: Determination of procurement need, restrictions on participation, selection of procurement method, decision regarding negotiations, cancellation of procurement process, confidentiality provisions, and other prescribed matters.
6. No Subletting: Violation leads to de-empanelment.
7. SPOC Appointment: Mandatory for coordination.
8. Training Commencement: Within 15 days of work order.
9. PBG: 10% of total project cost, valid till 30-04-2027.
10. Centre Accreditation: Under A&A/non-A&A as per PMKVY 4.0.
11. Assessment Fees: Paid by TP, reimbursed by PSDM; re-assessment not reimbursed.
12. Placement: As per PMKVY 3.0 guidelines at or above semi-skilled wages.
13. Eligibility of Candidates: As per PHVY – Aadhaar of Punjab, aged above 14 years.
14. Entire Training: Completed before 30-11-2026.
15. Final Bills: By 31-01-2027.
16. Adjustment/Recovery: Non-deposit/non-reply leads to PBG forfeiture.
17. Non-responsiveness/Poor Performance: May lead to PBG forfeiture.
18. Penalty for Non-commencement: As per table above.
19. De-empanelment: For failure to claim installments, subletting, or employment below 30%.
20. Jurisdiction: Chandigarh courts.

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