
Quick Overview at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Punjab, India |
| Issuing Authority | Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) |
| Title of Tender/RFP | EOI for Selection of Empaneled Training Partners for Skill Development Training under Punjab Hunar Vikas Yojana (PHVY) |
| Value of the Tender | Not explicitly stated; payment as per PMKVY 4.0 common cost norms (without placement) |
| Tender Fee | ₹1,000/- |
| EMD | ₹25,000/- |
| Last Date of Sending Pre-Bid Queries | 29-09-2026 up to 12:00 PM (via email to neeshukoshik.psdm@gmail.com) |
| Last Date | 08-10-2026 |
| Time of Submission | 03:30 PM |
| Mode of Submission | Online only via e-procurement portal: www.eproc.punjab.gov.in |
| Download Tender/EOI | https://eproc.punjab.gov.in (Available from 24-09-2026, 01:00 PM) VIEW EOI |
1. Introduction
Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) has issued this EOI for Skill Development Training inviting its empaneled training partners in the State of Punjab to carry out skill development trainings in traditional job roles. This skill RFP falls under the Punjab Hunar Vikas Yojana (PHVY) and focuses on preserving and promoting traditional crafts such as Wood Inlay, Phulkari, Punjabi Jutti, Amritsari Vadiya, and Thatheras. The selected agencies will be responsible for conducting training, assessment, and certification of candidates at designated institutions across Punjab. This is one of the new skill tenders aimed at empowering traditional artisans and workers with NSQF-aligned certification.
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2. Objective
The primary objective of this EOI for Skill Development Training is to:
- Engage empaneled training partners to conduct skill development training in traditional job roles.
- Ensure readiness of training centre premises, provision of ToT-certified trainers, and management of training, monitoring, and assessment.
- Complete entire training, assessment, and certification before 30-12-2026.
- Submit final installment bills by 31-01-2027.
- Promote traditional crafts and enhance employability of traditional workers through NSQF certification.
- Operate under Non A&A centre accreditation as per PMKVY 4.0 guidelines.
3. Key Dates
| Activity | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Online Sale/Download of Tender Documents | From 24-09-2026, 01:00 PM |
| Last Date of Sending Pre-Bid Queries | 29-09-2026 up to 12:00 PM |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | 01-10-2026 at 04:00 PM (PSDM Head Office, Chandigarh) |
| Last Date/Time for Submission/Uploading of Offer/Bid | 08-10-2026 at 03:30 PM |
| Application/Proposal Opening | 08-10-2026 at 04:00 PM |
| Presentation by Applicant | Date will be intimated later via email |
| Issuance of Work Order | Date will be intimated later |
4. EMD
- EMD Amount: ₹25,000/-
- The EMD of the successful bidder shall be refunded after submission/receipt of the Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG).
- PBG: 10% of total project cost, valid till 30-04-2027, to be submitted within 10 days of work order issuance.
- PBG Release: 01 month after completion of work order and payment of all installments.
- Forfeiture: Non-submission/wrong submission of claims as per guidelines will result in forfeiture of PBG.
5. Tender Fees
- Tender Fee: ₹1,000/-
- Processing Fees: ₹10,000/-
- EMD: ₹25,000/-
- Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): 10% of total project cost
- Infrastructure Deduction: 10% of overall project cost deducted as infrastructure is provided by PSDM.
6. Scope of Work
The scope of work for selected training partners includes:
- Training Locations: Institutions where traditional workers in Wood Inlay, Phulkari, Punjabi Jutti, Amritsari Vadiya, and Thatheras are present.
- Responsibilities:
- Ensuring readiness of training centre premises.
- Setting up classrooms for conducting training.
- Providing ToT-certified trainers.
- Managing training, monitoring, and assessment of candidates by the Sector Skill Council.
- Centre Accreditation: Under Non A&A.
- Infrastructure Requirements: Lab area, CCTV cameras, projectors in classroom, internet, pantry, AC, biometric attendance as per PMKVY 4.0 guidelines (hour wise).
- Assessment Fees: Paid by training agency; reimbursed by PSDM. Re-assessment fees not reimbursed.
- Costing and Payments: As per common cost norms of latest PMKVY 4.0 guidelines (without placement).
- No Subletting: Work subletting not allowed; violation leads to de-empanelment.
- SPOC Appointment: Shortlisted bidder must appoint a fact-knowing SPOC for coordination.
- Training Commencement: Within 15 days of work order issuance. Penalty for delays as per table.
- Dispute Resolution: Referred to Mission Director, PSDM; governed by Punjab Transparency in Public Procurement Act, 2019.
- Appeal Mechanism: Appeals before Appellate Authority (Administrative Secretary, Department of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training, Government of Punjab) under Section 49 of the Act.
7. Eligibility of Training Partners
A. Basic Eligibility Criteria
| S. No. | Eligibility Criteria | Documents Required | Marks/Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Training Partners empaneled with PSDM as on date of floating of EOI | Self-certified copy of letter of empanelment issued by PSDM | No marks; only empaneled TPs eligible |
| 2 | ToT certified trainers as on date of applying in the course (updated version) | Self-certified copy of ToT certificate issued by SSC; Undertaking that training will be conducted through this trainer | 10 marks |
B. Technical Eligibility for the Job Role
| S. No. | Eligibility Criteria | Documents Required | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Candidates trained and certified as on date of floating of EOI in course/sector | Self-certified Annexure B2; Client certificate from PSDM/GoP/SDM/NSDC/SSCs | ≤49: 0 marks; 50-100: 10 marks; 101-150: 20 marks; 151-200: 30 marks; 201+: 40 marks |
Important Notes:
- Applicants scoring at least 20 marks in eligibility criteria will be called for presentation.
- Presentation: 20 marks.
- Applicants scoring less than 10 marks in presentation or not presenting will be considered ineligible.
- Highest combined score (eligibility + presentation) gets the work order.
- In case of tie, agency with higher trained and certified numbers in that trade will be selected.
8. Selection Criteria
The selection of agencies will be based on:
- Eligibility Criteria Marks: Up to 50 marks (10 for ToT trainers + 40 for trained/certified candidates).
- Presentation Marks: 20 marks.
- Total: 70 marks.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 20 marks in eligibility + 10 marks in presentation.
- Final Selection: Highest combined score in the job role/training location.
- Tie-Breaker: Higher trained and certified numbers in that trade.
Presentation Content:
- Approach and methodology
- Proposed setup plan
- ToT certified trainers details
- Proposed staffing plan
- Proposed training schedule
- Quality assurance methodology
- Monitoring and follow-up with Training Centre authorities
- Proposed assessment schedule and tie-ups
- Proposed payment claim schedule
9. Empanelment Procedure
- Only PSDM-empaneled training partners as on date of EOI floating are eligible to apply.
- Application must be submitted online via www.eproc.punjab.gov.in.
- Application must be unconditional and supported by authentic documents duly certified by the applicant with signatures on each page.
- One applicant is allowed only one application; may apply for multiple job roles at different centres.
- Shortlisted agencies will be issued work orders by PSDM.
- Failure to claim all installments as per guidelines may lead to de-empanelment.
- Non-responsiveness/poor performance or furnishing incorrect information may lead to forfeiture of PBG.
10. Eligible Beneficiaries
As per Punjab Hunar Vikas Yojana (PHVY):
- Candidates with Aadhaar card of Punjab.
- Aged above 14 years as on commencement of training.
- For candidates belonging to vulnerable groups, they should have an Aadhaar card.
11. Total Target to be Trained
| Institution | Traditional Job Role | No. of Candidates | Mapped Job Role | QP/Job Role Code | NSQF Level | Total QP Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSDC, Hoshiarpur | Wood Inlay | 60 | Assistant Wood Craft (Engraving/Carving/Etching Assistant) | HCS/Q7001 | 2.5 | 570 |
| MSDC, Hoshiarpur | Wood Inlay | 60 | Designer (Woodware Products) | HCS/Q6601 | 3 | 480 |
| RSC, Babbewali, Gurdaspur | Phulkari | 120 | Traditional Hand Embroiderer | HCS/Q7301 | 4 | 450 |
| RSC, Kabbarwala, Shri Muktsar Sahib | Punjabi Jutti | 120 | Stitching Operator (Footwear/Leather Accessories & Garments) | LSS/Q2501 | 3 | 450 |
| RSC, Pabri | Phulkari | 120 | Stitching Operator (Footwear/Leather Accessories & Garments) | LSS/Q2501 | 3 | 450 |
| RSC, Thatheras, Mandi, Amritsar | Thatheras | 60 | Casting Operator – Metalware | HCS/Q2801 | 4 | 660 |
| RSC, Amrtisari Tapiala, Amritsar | Vadia | 120 | Customised with SSC or Non NSQF | As provided by SSC | 4 or III | 500 |
| Total | 720 |
Note: Placement will not be part of this project. Place of training may be changed within the same district subject to approval of MD, PSDM.
12. Job Roles or Course or Focus Area
- Wood Inlay – Assistant Wood Craft (Engraving/Carving/Etching Assistant) – HCS/Q7001
- Wood Inlay – Designer (Woodware Products) – HCS/Q6601
- Phulkari – Traditional Hand Embroiderer – HCS/Q7301
- Punjabi Jutti – Stitching Operator (Footwear/Leather Accessories & Garments) – LSS/Q2501
- Phulkari – Stitching Operator (Footwear/Leather Accessories & Garments) – LSS/Q2501
- Thatheras – Casting Operator – Metalware – HCS/Q2801
- Amritsari Vadiya – Customised with SSC or Non NSQF – As provided by SSC
13. Duration
- Total QP Hours: Ranges from 450 to 660 hours depending on the job role.
- Per Day Training Hours: 6 or 8 hours per day.
- Training Completion Deadline: Before 30-12-2026.
- Final Installment Bills: By 31-01-2027.
- Training Commencement: Within 15 days of work order issuance.
- PBG Validity: Till 30-04-2027.
14. Funding and Payment Conditions
Payment Schedule
| Installment | Percentage | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Installment | 30% | After commencement of batch (proportionate basis on batch freezing on SIDH portal). Payment of Induction Kit to candidates on reimbursement basis. |
| 2nd Installment | 40% | On 50% successful completion of training (50% attendance required batch wise). Excess payment of first installment recovered from installment. |
| 3rd Installment | 30% | On successful certification and distribution of certificates to candidates batch wise. Excess payment of 1st/2nd tranche adjusted from this installment. Payment of conveyance cost to eligible candidates on reimbursement basis. |
Other Conditions
- Assessment Fees: Paid by training agency; reimbursed by PSDM. Re-assessment fees not reimbursed.
- Costing: As per common cost norms of latest PMKVY 4.0 guidelines (without placement).
- Infrastructure Deduction: 10% of overall project cost deducted.
- Conveyance Cost: If not paid to eligible candidates by TP, deducted out of 2nd installment.
- Non-Submission of PBG: Penalty of ₹1,000 per day per centre for next 5 days; on 6th day, PBG forfeited.
- Penalty for Non-Commencement: ₹5,000 (15-30 days), ₹10,000 (31-45 days), ₹15,000 (46-60 days), PBG forfeiture (61+ days).
15. Mode of Submission and Address for Submission
- Mode of Submission: Online only via e-procurement portal www.eproc.punjab.gov.in.
- Any Other Means: Not accepted; summarily rejected.
- Application Format: As per Annexure-C.
- Contact Person: Ms. Neeshu Koshik
- Phone: 82957-48828
- Email: neeshukoshik.psdm@gmail.com
- CC to: secy.skill@psdm.gov.in
- Pre-Bid Meeting Venue: PSDM Head Office, Chandigarh.
16. Other Terms and Conditions
- Corrigendum/Addendum: Only uploaded on www.pgrkam.com and www.eproc.punjab.gov.in; no separate communication.
- Application Unconditional: Otherwise rejected.
- Documents: All information/details supported by authentic documents duly certified by applicant with signatures on each page.
- One Application: One applicant allowed only one application; may apply for multiple job roles at different centres.
- No Subletting: Work subletting not allowed; violation leads to de-empanelment.
- SPOC Appointment: Shortlisted bidder must appoint a fact-knowing SPOC.
- Training Commencement: Within 15 days of work order issuance.
- Penalty for Delays: As per prescribed table.
- Adjustment/Recovery: Any adjustment/recovery raised by PSDM and not deposited/no suitable reply will result in forfeiture of PBG.
- Non-Responsiveness: Poor performance or furnishing incorrect information may lead to forfeiture of PBG.
- Dispute Resolution: Referred to Mission Director, PSDM; governed by Punjab Transparency in Public Procurement Act, 2019, and Rules, 2022.
- Appeal Mechanism: Appeals before Appellate Authority under Section 49 of the Act within prescribed time limit.
- Appellate Authority: Administrative Secretary, Department of Employment Generation, Skill Development & Training, Government of Punjab.
- Matters Not Appeable: As per Section 50 of the Act, including determination of procurement need, restrictions on participation, selection of procurement method, negotiations, cancellation of process, confidentiality provisions, etc.
- Laws: Strict observance of Prevention of Corruption Act 1988 and other relevant statutes.
- No Conviction: Applicant must not have been convicted of any offence/sentenced to imprisonment/found guilty of misconduct/debarred by any agency.
- Secrecy: Maintain secrecy of business allotted by PSDM.
- No Use of PSDM Name/Logo: Under no circumstances use PSDM name or logo in correspondence with other institutions.
- Right to Reject: PSDM reserves the right to reject application/proposal after assigning reasons.
- No Guarantee: Consideration/finalization of application does not guarantee award of assignment.
- Periodical Review: Entrustment of assignment subject to periodical review by PSDM.
- Stop Future Assignments: PSDM reserves the right to stop awarding future assignments without prior notice.
- Accepted Principles: Training conducted on accepted principles and criteria/terms of reference specified by PSDM.
- Informing PSDM: Undertake to keep PSDM informed of any events making applicant ineligible.
- No Concealment: No concealment or suppression of any material information/facts.
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