Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) Skill Development Training Tender 2026 | Selection of Skill Training Service Provider to Conduct Skill Development Programs in Pimpri Chinchwad

Tender Glance (Quick Overview)

Eligibility Criteria at a Glance

• Entity Type: Registered under Indian Companies Act 2013/1956, Trust, Society, Cooperative Society, Partnership Firm, or LLP
• Consortium: Allowed (max 2 entities; Lead Bidder designated)
• Financial Capacity: Minimum average annual turnover of ₹7.5 Crores (FY 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25) with positive net worth
• Technical Capacity: Minimum 60 marks required to qualify; highest technical score wins
• NSDC Partnership: Required (5 marks for Yes)
• SSC Affiliation: Valid affiliation with Sector Skill Councils
• Experience: At least one skill development project for ULB in Maharashtra in last 5 years
• Training Capability: Minimum 16,000 candidates trained under Government-sponsored programs in last 5 years
• No Barring: Not barred by any Government entity; no contract failures in last 5 years

1. Introduction

Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has issued this Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Selection of Skill Training Service Provider to Conduct Skill Development Programs in Pimpri Chinchwad. The objective is to appoint a qualified organization/agency to impart training to approximately 16,000 women in the municipal area.

Pimpri Chinchwad city is administered by PCMC, providing municipal services to about 27 lakh citizens (estimated population 2025) within its jurisdiction of 181 sq.km. The population has grown at a decadal growth rate of 72.8% during 2001-11. The city is one of the leading industrial areas in India with around 4,000 odd industries (including large and MSMEs from Pimpri, Chinchwad, and Bhosari) offering employment opportunities.

Key Facts of Pimpri Chinchwad:

• Women population: ~9 lakhs
• Women employed by industries: ~1 lakh
• Transgender population: ~4,000
• Number of Enterprises: ~4,000
• Key industries: IT/ITES, Auto, Food Processing, other service sectors
• Workforce in industries: ~5.5 lakhs

Despite ample employment opportunities, overall participation of women in the labour force is skewed, and a large section remains unskilled or has limited understanding of available skill training opportunities. This skill RFP aims to bridge that gap.

2. Objective

The primary objective of this EOI for Skill Development Training is to:

1. Appoint a Skill Training Service Provider (TP) interested in conducting skill development trainings in Pimpri Chinchwad.
2. Impart training to around 16,000 women across identified sectors and job roles.
3. Facilitate placement and/or self-employment of at least 15% of trained candidates.
4. Ensure quality training delivery, assessment, certification, and outcome-based performance.
5. Create a pool of skilled women workforce to meet industry demands in the region.

The initial appointment shall be for 1 (one) year, extendable for another 2 (two) years based on performance. If the number of trainees increases, the tenderer will be bound to train as per the RFP rate.

3. Key Dates (Schedule of Bidding Process)

Note: Specific dates are to be filled as per the official e-tendering portal.

4. EMD (Bid Security)

• Amount: ₹25,00,000 (Rupees Twenty Five Lakhs Only)
• Mode: Through e-tendering system
• Validity: Bid shall be valid for not less than 30 days from Bid Due Date
• Return: Unsuccessful bidders’ EMD returned within 30 days of signing Agreement with Successful Bidder, without interest
• Forfeiture: EMD liable to be forfeited as liquidated damages for corrupt practices, withdrawal/modification of bid, failure to sign LoA/Agreement, or furnish Performance Security

5. Tender Fees

• Cost of RFP Document: As specified in the e-tendering system
• Payment Mode: Through e-tendering system of PCMC
• Non-refundable: The tender fee is non-refundable

6. Scope of Work

The appointed Training Provider (TP) shall carry out the following activities:

6.1 Mobilization of Trainees

• Ground-level mobilization at TP’s own cost prior to training initiation
• Counselling to provide information on nature of work, risks involved, and informed choices
• Collection of trainee’s Aadhaar card photocopy and passport-size photograph with self-attestation

6.2 Training

• Batch size: Maximum 30 trainees or as decided by PCMC
• Develop course curriculum in simple, easily understandable language for women beneficiaries
• Submit class schedule to PCMC for approval
• Attendance record compiled, verified, and submitted to PCMC
• Biometric attendance system throughout the course (no additional cost to PCMC)

6.3 Assessments & Certification

• Independent assessment by recognized third-party agency after training completion
• Regular internal assessment through quizzes, assignments, and tests

6.4 Training Venue & Training Material

• Arrange on-site training venue convenient for women
• Provide academic notes as per courses
• Manage venue preparation to required training standards
• Laptops, desktop computers, projectors, speakers, mikes, classroom infrastructure
• Other required infrastructure, furniture, travel, and logistics

6.5 Placement and Self-Employment Facilitation

• Facilitate placement and/or self-employment of at least 15% of trained candidates

6.6 Others

• Submission of all requisite documents as decided by PCMC
• Responsible for all aspects: center readiness, quality, assessment, certification, outcomes
• Not more than 1 course per candidate during the year
• Group photos of all batches
• Batch-wise trainee details in excel format
• Trainers must be competent with requisite knowledge, skills, and experience

7. Eligibility of Training Partners

7.1 Entity Type

• Registered under Indian Companies Act 2013 or 1956 / Trust / Society / Cooperative Societies / Society Registration Act / Partnership Firm / LLP

7.2 Consortium Conditions

• Consortium allowed (max 2 entities)
• Lead Bidder designated; Consortium Agreement/MoU on ₹500 stamp paper duly notarized
• Joint and Several Liability of all Consortium Members
• Power of Attorney in favor of Lead Bidder
• A firm cannot participate in more than one bid

7.3 Financial Capacity

• Minimum average annual turnover of ₹7.5 Crores during last 3 financial years (FY 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25)
• Positive Net Worth in each financial year
• Audited financial statements and CA certificate required
• Solvency certificate from Nationalized Bank (Appendix X)

7.4 Technical Capacity (Minimum 60 Marks Required)

7.5 Experience Requirements

• Not barred by Central/State Government or Government Instrumentality
• No failure to perform on any contract in last 5 financial years
• No expulsion or termination for breach by any public entity
• Certificate from statutory auditors or clients required

7.6 Other Conditions

• Bidder shall not have Conflict of Interest
• Bidder shall not engage Authority’s legal/financial/technical advisers
• One Bid per Bidder (Sole or Consortium)

8. Selection Criteria

The selection shall be through a single-stage process (Qualification) under the Bidding Process:

1. Evaluation of Qualification Bids:
   • Financial Capacity assessment (minimum turnover and net worth)
   • Technical Capacity assessment (minimum 60 marks required)
2. Ranking:
   • A ranked list prepared based on evaluation results
   • Top 3 (three) ranked Bidders retained till signing of Agreement
   • Bidder achieving highest technical score declared as Successful Bidder
3. Tie-Breaking:
   • If two or more Bidders achieve same Technical Score, preference to Bidder based in Maharashtra with relevant Skill Development experience
4. Award:
   • Letter of Award (LoA) issued to Successful Bidder
   • Agreement signed within 15 days of LoA issue
   • Performance Security furnished on date of signing Agreement

9. Empanelment Procedure

1. Bid Submission: Through e-tendering system (www.mahatenders.gov.in)
2. Bid Opening: Qualification bids opened as per schedule
3. Evaluation: Authority examines and evaluates bids for responsiveness and qualification
4. Clarifications: Authority may seek written clarifications from Bidders
5. Ranking: Ranked list prepared; top 3 retained
6. LoA Issue: Within 60 days of Bid Due Date
7. Acknowledgement: Successful Bidder sends acknowledgement within 7 days of LoA
8. Agreement Signing: Within 15 days of LoA issue
9. Performance Security: Furnished on date of signing Agreement
10. Contract Period: Initial 1 year, extendable by 2 years based on performance

10. Eligible Beneficiaries

• Target Group: Women beneficiaries in Pimpri Chinchwad
• Total Target: Approximately 16,000 women
• Age: Not specified (likely 18+ as per skill development norms)
• Residence: Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation area
• Documents Required: Aadhaar card photocopy, passport-size photograph with self-attestation
• Course Limit: Not more than 1 course per candidate during the year

11. Total Target to be Trained

• Total Beneficiaries: ~16,000 women
• Batch Size: Maximum 30 trainees per batch
• Duration: As per course curriculum (short-term training programs)
• Extension: If number of trainees increases, tenderer bound to train as per RFP rate

12. Job Roles / Courses / Focus Area

PCMC has identified the following courses under Appendix IX:

13. Duration

• Contract Period: Initial 1 (one) year from date of order
• Extension: Another 2 (two) years based on work performance
• Training Duration: As per course curriculum (short-term programs)
• Batch Size: Maximum 30 trainees
• Bid Validity: 30 days from Bid Due Date

14. Funding and Payment Conditions

14.1 Cost per Candidate (as per Common Norms Sixth Amendment, 2026)

Note: Third-Party Assessment cost payable as per MSDE norms (₹600-₹1,500 per trainee; average ₹750 considered). Rates inclusive of all taxes excluding GST.

14.2 Payment Schedule

Note: PCMC retains 5% of total eligible project cost per batch, released with 2nd & Final Payment upon audit completion.

14.3 Rate Revision

• Rates applicable for one year; can be revised as per MSDE rate revision in subsequent years (if extension granted)

15. Mode of Submission and Address

15.1 Mode of Submission

• Online through e-tendering system: www.mahatenders.gov.in
• Bid must comprise: Qualification documents as specified
• Documents Required:
  • Payment of fee through e-tendering system
  • Payment of Bid Security through e-tendering system
  • Bid in prescribed format (Appendix I and Appendix V)
  • Power of Attorney (Appendix III)
  • Anti-Collusion Certificate (Appendix IV)
  • Certified true copy of incorporation certificate
  • Copy of RFP document with each page initialed

15.2 Address for Communication

Commissioner
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC)
PCMC Main Building, Mumbai-Pune Highway
Pimpri, Pune – 411018
Email: nagarvasti@pcmcindia.gov.in

15.3 Query Submission

• Queries in writing or by fax/email
• Format: Word and PDF
• Email: nagarvasti@pcmcindia.gov.in
• Envelope/Communication Title: “Queries/Request for Additional Information: Bid for Selection of Skill Training Service Provider to Conduct Skill Development Programs in Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation”

16. Other Terms and Conditions

16.1 General

• Governing Law: Indian laws; District Court of Pimpri Chinchwad has exclusive jurisdiction
• Language: English
• Currency: Indian Rupees (INR)
• No Multiple Bids: One bid per entity (Sole or Consortium)
• Confidentiality: All information treated as strictly confidential
• Right to Reject: Authority reserves right to reject any/all bids without assigning reasons

16.2 Performance Security

• Irrevocable Bank Guarantee from nationalized/scheduled bank
• In favor of “Hon. Municipal Commissioner”
• Drawn from a Bank in Pune
• Furnished on date of signing Agreement

16.3 Fraud and Corrupt Practices

• Bidders must observe highest ethical standards
• Corrupt, fraudulent, coercive, undesirable, or restrictive practices lead to:
  • Rejection of bid
  • Forfeiture of EMD/Performance Security
  • Debarment from Authority tenders for 2 years

16.4 Conflict of Interest

• Bidders with Conflict of Interest disqualified
• Engagement of Authority’s advisers leads to disqualification

16.5 Verification and Disqualification

• Authority reserves right to verify all statements/documents
• Material misrepresentation leads to disqualification and forfeiture of EMD
• Disqualification can occur at any stage before or after Agreement signing

16.6 Site Visit

• Bidders encouraged to visit site and verify information
• By submitting bid, Bidder deemed to have examined all matters

16.7 Addendum/Amendment

• Authority may modify RFP by issuing addendum
• Addendum sent to all Bidders in writing
• Bid Due Date may be extended

16.8 Late Bids

• Bids received after specified time summarily rejected

16.9 Withdrawal/Modification

• Bid may be modified/substituted/withdrawn before final submission
• No modification after Bid Due Date

16.10 Contact During Evaluation

• Bidders advised to refrain from contacting Authority during evaluation

16.11 Consortium Specific

• Consortium Agreement/MoU on ₹500 stamp paper, notarized
• Power of Attorney in favor of Lead Bidder
• Joint and Several Liability of all members
• Lead Bidder responsible for overall management and coordination

16.12 Miscellaneous Rights of Authority

• Suspend, withdraw, or cancel Bidding Process
• Amend or supplement Bidding Process
• Consult with any Bidder for clarification
• Retain any information/evidence submitted
• Independently verify, disqualify, reject, or accept submissions
• Include additional evaluation criteria
• Consider variations in Bid as per project scope

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