Empanelment of Training Partners for Skill Development of Mental Illness Cured Candidates | BSDM Bihar Tender 2026

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BSDM Bihar invites online EOI for Skill Development Training, skill tenders, skill RFP for empanelment of Training Partners. Target: MI-cured/stabilized psychiatric patients. Last date 13.05.2026. Download new skill tenders from eproc2.bihar.gov.in. Domain skilling program with placement mandate.

1. Introduction

The Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM), under the Youth, Employment and Skill Development Department, Government of Bihar, has issued this Request for Proposal (RFP) to empanel reputed Training Partners (TPs). The objective is to implement an employment-linked Domain Skill Development Program specifically designed for candidates who are Mental Illness cured (MI cured) or Stabilized Psychiatric Patients. This initiative is undertaken pursuant to the observations of the Hon’ble High Court of Patna to strengthen the rehabilitation, skilling, and employment framework for persons recovering from mental illness. The program will be implemented across all districts of Bihar through existing and proposed “Halfway Homes” and the “Bihar Institute of Mental Health and Allied Sciences” (BIMHAS) in Bhojpur.

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2. Objective

The primary objective of this skill RFP is to create an inclusive skill development ecosystem by:

• Enabling MI-cured/stabilized psychiatric patients to access quality, employment-linked skill training.
• Providing sustainable livelihood opportunities through wage or self-employment.
• Empaneling experienced Training Partners with proven placement records.
• Ensuring at least 50% placement of certified candidates within 3 months of result declaration.

3. Key Dates & Timeline

4. Tender Fee & EMD

• Tender Fee (Non-refundable): ₹5,000 (Document Fee) + ₹590 (Tender Processing Fee) = ₹5,590 to be paid online (NEFT/RTGS/Credit/Debit Card) on the e-Proc portal.
• EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): Not applicable at bidding stage.
• Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): 5% of the total Work Order value to be submitted within 15 days of work order issuance by the respective department. The PBG is valid for 18 months and may be forfeited for non-performance, fraudulent practices, or failure to achieve placement mandates.

5. Scope of Work for Empaneled Training Partners

The successful Training Partner will be responsible for:

• Mobilization & Pre-Counseling: Awareness creation, one-on-one counseling, psychometric testing, and collecting relevant documents from eligible candidates.
• Course & Curriculum: Deliver training as per modules defined by Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) / NCVET.
• Training Delivery: Operate centers in allocated districts with GPS-enabled biometric attendance, CCTV surveillance with live access to BSDM, adequate infrastructure (power backup, labs, washrooms, etc.), and a trainer-trainee ratio of 1:40.
• Placement: Ensure minimum 50% placement of certified candidates within 3 months in wage employment (at least minimum wages) or self-employment with verifiable proof.
• Post-Placement Tracking: Track employed candidates for 1 year, uploading 6 months’ pay slips or bank statements on the BSDM portal.
• Assessment & Certification: Facilitate SSC/NSDC-approved assessments.

6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners

7. Selection Criteria & Technical Evaluation

The evaluation is a two-stage process with a total of 100 marks. Bidders must score a minimum of 70 marks to qualify for empanelment.

Note: Only TPs scoring ≥70 will be empaneled. The concerned Department will then conduct a separate Technical Presentation (carrying 50 marks) for final target allocation. TPs must score at least 70% in the departmental presentation.

8. Empanelment Procedure

1. Online Submission of Technical Bid with all forms and annexures.
2. Technical Evaluation by BSDM (minimum 70/100 marks).
3. Publication of Empaneled List on BSDM portal.
4. Department-Level Technical Presentation (scheduled by the concerned Department).
5. Allocation of Targets, Sectors, Job Roles, and Districts by the Department based on performance, LoI strength, and marks.
6. Execution of MoU/Agreement with the respective Department within 30 days of work order.
7. Submission of Performance Bank Guarantee (5% of Work Order value) within 15 days.
8. Center Establishment & Batch Start as per BSDM timeline.

9. Eligible Beneficiaries

• Target Group: Working age population 15 – 59 years who are Mental Illness cured (MI cured) or Stabilized Psychiatric Patients.
• Beneficiaries will be mobilized through existing/proposed Halfway Homes and BIMHAS.
• Social inclusion mandates may apply for Women, SC/ST, Minority categories as per department guidelines.

10. Total Target to be Trained

• Not specified in the RFP. Empanelment does not guarantee any target allocation.
• Targets will be allocated by the concerned Department on a need basis, depending on departmental requirements, market demand, placement linkages, and TP performance.

11. Job Roles / Courses / Focus Area

The following job roles are listed as indicative (may be revised by BSDM/Department):

Note: TPs can apply for one or more sectors but must submit a minimum of 300 verifiable LoIs per chosen job role.

12. Duration of Training

• As per the Qualification Pack (QP) / National Occupational Standards (NOS) approved by SSCs/NCVET.
• Courses less than 200 hours may be offered on a case-to-case basis if deemed important by the State.
• Minimum training duration for boarding/lodging calculation: 6 hours per day.

13. Funding and Payment Conditions

Training Cost per candidate per hour (after ₹0.50 portal fee deduction):

• Category 1: ₹48.5
• Category 2: ₹41.5
• Category 3: ₹34.6

Payment Milestones (Total 100% of training fee):

• 30% – Completion of 1/3rd course duration (80% attendance required).
• 30% – Passing final assessment (for certified candidates only).
• 20% – Minimum 50% placement of certified candidates from the batch.
• 20% – After 12-month tracking & compliance (only for certified & placed candidates).

Other Payments:

• Placement Incentive: ₹3,000 per placed candidate (70-85% batch placement) or ₹5,000 per placed candidate (>85% batch placement).
• Career Progression: ₹5,000 for candidates achieving ₹15,000/month for 3 months within tracking period.
• Post-Placement Support (Special Groups): ₹1,500/month for women (up to 3 months) or ₹3,000/month for PwD (up to 6 months) as per distance of placement.
• Refundable Security Deposit from Trainee: ₹1,000 (exemptions for beggars, leprosy cured, HIV patients, jail inmates, construction workers).

14. Mode of Submission & Address

• Mode: Online only through the e-Procurement portal.
• Portal URL: https://www.eproc2.bihar.gov.in
• Offline bids are not entertained.
• Address for Correspondence (not for bid submission):
  Mission Director, Bihar Skill Development Mission,
  A-Wing, 5th Floor, Niyojan Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna – 800001
  Email: md.bsdmbihar@gmail.com | tenders.bsdm@gmail.com

15. Other Important Terms & Conditions

• Single Bid System: Only Technical Bid; Financial Bid is Not Applicable.
• No Subcontracting or Franchising permitted. Violation leads to immediate cancellation and debarment.
• CCTV Surveillance: Mandatory with 15-day storage & live view-only access to BSDM.
• Performance Review: Annual grading (A, B, C) based on placement rates. Grade C centers may be debarred for 3 years.
• Termination: BSDM can terminate for default, insolvency, convenience (30 days’ notice), false claims, or unverifiable documents.
• Dispute Resolution: Amicable settlement followed by arbitration at Patna under Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996.
• Governing Law: Bihar State / India; jurisdiction – Patna Courts.
• Force Majeure: As defined in RFP; no payments during inability period.
• Right to Cancel: BSDM reserves the right to cancel or modify the RFP process without assigning any reason.

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