Tender/EOI at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal |
| Issuing Authority | West Bengal Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC) on behalf of West Bengal Vocational Development Board |
| Title of Tender/RFP/EOI | e-Expression of Interest (e-EOI) for Empanelment of Training Providers for Skill Development Training – Stenography in English with Application of Computer (Both Ladies & Gents) |
| Tender Fee | ₹500 (Non-Refundable) |
| EMD/Security Deposit | ₹20,000 (Refundable for unsuccessful bidders) |
| Last Date of Bid Submission | 06/03/2026 |
| Time of Submission | As per e-tendering portal guidelines |
| Mode of Submission | Online (www.wbtenders.gov.in) with Digital Signature Certificate + Physical submission of Folder A |
| Download Tender/EOI | DOWNLOAD EOI |
1. Introduction and Background
The West Bengal Minorities Development and Finance Corporation (WBMDFC), a Statutory Corporation of the Government of West Bengal, in collaboration with the West Bengal Vocational Development Board, has invited an e-Expression of Interest (e-EOI) for the empanelment of qualified Training Providers. The primary objective is to impart specialized Skill Development Training in Stenography (English) with Computer Application to minority youth (both Ladies & Gents) across the state.
This initiative aims to economically uplift communities (Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, and Parsee) by enhancing their employability. The training is designed to prepare candidates for competitive examinations for the post of English Stenographer in State/Central Government offices and private organizations.
2. Key Objectives
The core objectives of this skill development program are:
- To equip eligible minority candidates with professional skills in English Stenography (Shorthand & Typing) and Computer Application.
- To prepare trainees to successfully participate and qualify in recruitment examinations and personal interviews for stenographer posts.
- To create a panel of quality training providers capable of delivering training as per NSQF norms and MEPSC modules.
3. Important Dates & Schedule
Interested Training Providers must adhere to the following schedule as per the EOI:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of uploading of e-EOI Documents | 19/02/2026 |
| Start of Bid Submission | 19/02/2026 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | 24/02/2026 |
| Last Date of Bid Submission | 06/03/2026 |
| Date of opening of Technical Bid | 09/03/2026 |
| Date of opening of Financial Bid | To be notified later |
4. Tender Fee, EMD, and Performance Guarantee
- Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹500 must be submitted via Demand Draft in favor of “WBMDFC” payable at Kolkata, or through RTGS/NEFT to the specified bank account.
- EMD / Security Deposit: An amount of ₹20,000 must be submitted along with the application. This is refundable to unsuccessful bidders one month after the work order is issued to the successful bidder.
- Performance Guarantee (PG): The successful bidder must submit a Performance Guarantee of ₹20,000 (or 2% of the estimated work order value, whichever is higher) within 7 days of receiving the work order.
- Government Exemption: Government Institutes are exempted from submitting the Application Fee, Security Deposit, and Performance Guarantee.
5. Scope of Work
The empanelled Training Provider (TP) will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the training program:
- Training Delivery: Conduct a 6-month training program in English Shorthand and Typing with Computer Application.
- Candidate Preparation: Prepare trainees for Stenographer Recruitment Examinations and personal interviews.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Maintain daily biometric attendance, conduct daily and monthly mock tests, and record student performance.
- Infrastructure: Provide a venue with necessary facilities (classroom for 25-30 candidates, computers, internet, printer, library, separate toilets for ladies, etc.).
- Compliance: Follow the syllabus prescribed by the Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC) and NSQF norms.
- Liaison: Maintain close coordination with WBMDFC and District Administration for inspections and monitoring.
6. Target Beneficiaries and Training Details
- Eligible Beneficiaries: Minority candidates (Muslim, Christian, Buddhist, Sikh, Jain, Parsee) belonging to the State of West Bengal.
- Total Target: Approximately 250 candidates.
- Job Role/Course: English Stenography (Shorthand & Typing) with Computer Application.
- Duration: 6 Months (3 hours per day, 3 days a week, totaling 216 hours).
- Batch Size: Maximum 25 candidates per batch.
7. Eligibility Criteria for Training Providers
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- A. General Criteria:
- Must be a company, partnership, proprietorship, society, or trust registered under relevant acts (Societies Registration Act, 1860 / Companies Act, 2014, etc.).
- Minimum 3 years of registration as of the notification date.
- B. Financial Capability:
- Positive Net Worth as of 31.03.2025.
- Must submit audited financial statements for FY 2022-23, 2023-24, and 2024-25.
- C. Technical Capability:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in imparting training in English Shorthand and Typing with Computer Application.
- Must have trained at least 100 candidates per year in the last three years, or 150 candidates in the last financial year (2024-25).
- Must have qualified faculty members and necessary infrastructure at the proposed training centre.
- The organization must not be blacklisted by any government department.
8. Selection Procedure and Evaluation Criteria
The selection will be based on the Quality & Cost Based Selection (QCBS) methodology.
- Weightage:
- Quality (Technical Bid): 70%
- Quoted Price (Financial Bid): 30%
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: Applicants must score a minimum of 50 marks in the Quality evaluation to be considered for the financial bid.
- Technical Evaluation Parameters (Total 100 Marks):
- Number of qualified teachers (15 marks)
- Average Annual Turnover (15 marks)
- Number of students trained (15 marks)
- Number of centres operated (10 marks)
- Placements in Central/State Govt. jobs (15 marks)
- Placements as Stenographers (20 marks)
- Approach, Methodology & Success Stories (10 marks)
9. Empanelment Procedure and Submission Mode
- Empanelment Duration: Initial empanelment is for one year, renewable based on performance.
- Mode of Submission: The application is a Single Cover System with two folders:
- Folder A (Physical Submission): Contains the undertaking (Annex 1), Power of Attorney (Annex 2), and a CD with soft copies of Annexures. This must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the WBMDFC office.
- Folder B (Online Upload): All other documents (Certificates, Financials, Technical Info) must be scanned and uploaded on the portal www.wbtenders.gov.in using a Digital Signature Certificate.
- Address for Submission (Folder A):Office of the West Bengal Minorities’ Development & Finance Corporation,
“AMBER” DD-27E, Sector-I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata – 700064.
10. Payment Terms
The training cost will be released in three phases based on performance and certification:
- 30% after completion of one month (based on attendance and test records).
- 50% after successful completion of training and submission of required documents.
- 20% after placement of 70% of certified candidates (50% wage employment + 50% self-employment).
11. Other Important Terms and Conditions
- Sub-contracting/Franchising: Strictly prohibited. Any subcontracting will lead to cancellation of empanelment and forfeiture of all deposits.
- Security of Trainees: The Training Provider is solely responsible for the security of all students at the centre.
- Blacklisting: Misrepresentation of facts or engaging in corrupt practices will lead to disqualification and potential blacklisting from future government schemes.
- Governing Law: The agreement will be governed by the laws in force in India.
- Contact: For queries, email: mdfc.Training@gmail.com. For e-tendering assistance: 033-2321 2995.
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