Tender/EOI at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. State | Rajasthan |
| 2. Issuing Authority | Director (Training), Directorate of Technical Education, Govt. of Rajasthan |
| 3. Title of Tender/RFP | RFP for Selection of Anchor Industry Partner(s) for Upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under the National Scheme for ITI Upgradation (PM-SETU) |
| 4. Value of the Tender | Approx. INR 40.97 Crore (per cluster – Industry Contribution) |
| 5. Tender Fee | INR 5,000/- |
| 6. EMD/Bid Security | INR 1,00,00,000/- (One Crore) |
| 7. Last Date of Submission | 07 April 2026 |
| 8. Time of Submission | Up to 12:00 PM (Noon) |
| 9. Mode of Submission | Online (e-procurement portal) & Physical copy of enclosures |
| 10. DOWNLOAD Tender/EOI | DOWNLOAD RFP |
1. Introduction
The Government of Rajasthan, through the Directorate of Technical Education, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) under the national PM-SETU (Prime Minister’s Scheme for Upgradation of ITIs) . This is a significant skill development tender aimed at transforming Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state. The initiative seeks to select experienced and capable Anchor Industry Partners (AIPs) to adopt, upgrade, and manage a cluster of ITIs in a hub-and-spoke model. This public-private partnership (PPP) is designed to make ITI training more industry-relevant, improve infrastructure, and enhance the employability of trainees. This document serves as a critical EOI for Skill Development Training partners interested in contributing to India’s vocational education landscape.
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2. Objective
The primary objective of this skill RFP is to solicit proposals from qualified industry partners to form a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) with the government. The SPV will be responsible for the end-to-end management and modernization of an ITI cluster. The goals are threefold:
- Scale & Efficiency: Increase enrolment capacity and introduce new-age, industry-aligned courses.
- Quality: Improve training quality, placement rates, and faculty development through strong industry linkages.
- Industry Co-Ownership: Foster industry accountability by giving the AIP a majority stake (51%) in the SPV, thereby ensuring academic and administrative autonomy to drive tangible outcomes.
3. Scope of Work
The selected Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) will have a comprehensive scope of work covering the entire lifecycle of ITI upgradation and operation for a cluster (1 Hub ITI + 4 Spoke ITIs). The key responsibilities include:
- Forming an SPV: Incorporate a Section 8 not-for-profit company with 51% equity held by the AIP and 49% by the central and state governments.
- Strategic Investment Plan (SIP): Develop and execute a five-year investment plan outlining infrastructure upgrades (CapEx) and operational strategies (OpEx). Minimum 60% of the total project cost must be allocated to capital expenditure, with civil works capped at 20%.
- Infrastructure Upgradation: Modernize labs, workshops, and IT infrastructure; procure new machinery; and refurbish existing facilities.
- Academic Enhancement:
- Upgrade all existing courses.
- Introduce 12 new full-time CTS courses and 10 new short-term courses per cluster.
- Introduce 4 new CITS (instructor training) courses per cluster.
- Ensure new courses are spread across at least three industry sectors, with one in an emerging field like green energy or automation.
- Operations & Management: Handle the day-to-day administration, including trainer recruitment and management, student services (placement, counselling), and financial operations.
- Industry Linkages: Build a robust placement ecosystem, sign MoUs with industry players, facilitate on-the-job training (OJT), and establish production or incubation centres within ITIs.
4. Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date for Sale of Bidding Documents | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Receiving Queries | 16 February 2026 |
| Pre-Bid Conference | 04 March 2026 |
| Authority Response to Queries | 11 March 2026 |
| Bid Due Date | 07 April 2026 (Up to 12:00 PM) |
| Opening of Technical Bids | 07 April 2026 |
| Opening of Financial Bids | 27 April 2026 |
| Signing of License Agreement | 23 June 2026 |
5. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners (Bidders)
This new skill tender has a two-stage qualification process. Bidders (single entities or consortia of up to 3 members) must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Entity Type: Must be an Indian entity, including a company (Section 8 or private limited), LLP, partnership firm, society, public trust, or university, in continuous operation for at least three years as of 31.03.2025.
- Employee Strength: The bidder must have at least 1,000 employees on its payroll as of the RFP Due Date.
- Financial Capacity:
- Minimum average annual turnover of INR 750 Crore in the last three financial years.
- Must have a positive net worth.
- Technical Experience (Scored on 30 Marks): Evaluated based on investments in skilling, case studies of past projects, absorption of ITI trainees as employees, quality of proposed SPV leadership (CEO and Subject Matter Experts), academic linkages, and business interests in relevant sectors.
- Debarment: The bidder must not be debarred by any relevant government department.
6. Selection Criteria
The selection of the Anchor Industry Partner will be based on a composite score with 80% weightage for technical merit and 20% for financial contribution.
- Technical Evaluation (100 Marks, normalized to 80%):
- Technical Experience: 30 marks (based on past performance, HR strength, etc.).
- Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) Evaluation: 70 marks. The SIP is evaluated on its clarity, comprehensiveness, feasibility, and innovation across parameters like operational plan, training & industry integration, employment roadmap, and governance. Bidders must score more than 60 marks in the technical evaluation for their financial bid to be opened.
- Financial Evaluation (100 Marks, normalized to 20%):
- Based on the AIP’s proposed financial contribution as a percentage of the total project outlay (minimum 17%). The bidder offering the highest percentage gets the maximum score; others are scored proportionately.
7. Empanelment Procedure
This is a one-time bidding process for a 10-year contract. The successful bidder will not just be empaneled but will become the AIP, responsible for incorporating and leading the SPV. The process involves:
- Submission of the Technical Bid and Financial Bid online.
- Physical submission of key original documents (Bid Security, Power of Attorney, etc.).
- Evaluation of Technical Bids and shortlisting of qualified bidders.
- Opening and evaluation of Financial Bids for the technically qualified bidders.
- Issuance of a Letter of Award (LOA) to the selected bidder.
- Incorporation of the SPV, furnishing of Performance Security, and signing of the License Agreement.
8. Eligible Beneficiaries
The ultimate beneficiaries of this project are the trainees enrolled in the upgraded ITIs. The RFP emphasizes social inclusion, aiming to benefit:
- Students enrolling in long-term Craftsmen Training Scheme (CTS) courses.
- Students enrolling in new, industry-aligned short-term courses.
- Candidates from underrepresented groups, including women, persons with disabilities (PwD), SC, ST, and OBC communities, through focused outreach and support services.
9. Total Target & Focus Area
- Target: The project aims to modernize a cluster of 5 ITIs (1 Hub + 4 Spokes) .
- Focus Area: The primary focus is on upgrading existing vocational trades and introducing new-age courses in sectors like electronics, automation, green energy, digital skills, and healthcare, ensuring they are aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF).
10. Funding and Payment Conditions
- Total Project Cost: The estimated project cost per cluster is INR 241 Crore.
- Cost Sharing: The funding pattern is approximately 50% Central Government, 33% State Government, and a minimum of 17% (approx. INR 41 Crore) from the Anchor Industry Partner.
- Fund Flow: All contributions are pooled into a dedicated escrow account. Funds are released in performance-linked tranches based on the approved Annual Operational Plan (AOP), utilization of previous funds, and achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Government funds are released only after the AIP deposits its corresponding share.
11. Duration of Contract
The contract will have a term of 10 calendar years from the effective date (issuance of LOA) or 9 academic years, whichever is later. Government funding is provided only for the first five years. The AIP is subject to a mandatory lock-in period of five years.
12. Submission Details
- Mode of Submission: Bids must be submitted online on the e-Procurement portal of Rajasthan (http://eproc.rajasthan.gov.in). Additionally, the original copies of specified documents (Bid Security, Power of Attorney, etc.) must be submitted physically in a sealed envelope.
- Address for Physical Submission:ATTN. OF: Director (Training)
ADDRESS: Directorate of Technical Education Rajasthan, Department of Skill, Employment & Entrepreneurship, Government of Rajasthan, Jodhpur 342011
13. Key Terms and Conditions
- Bid Security (EMD): A substantial Bid Security of INR 1 Crore must be submitted with the bid. It will be forfeited in case of bid withdrawal or non-compliance.
- Performance Security: The successful bidder must furnish a performance bank guarantee, structured on a rolling basis, linked to their annual financial contribution, to ensure faithful performance of all obligations.
- Asset Ownership: All assets created or procured under the project will be the property of the State Government. The SPV will hold them under a nominal lease and must hand them over in good condition upon contract expiry.
- Penalties: The RFP outlines strict penalties for defaults, including failure to meet investment obligations (leading to PBG invocation) and failure to achieve course rollout or KPI targets (e.g., INR 2 Lakh per new CTS course not commenced).
- Governing Law: The contract will be governed by the laws of India, with exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Jaipur. Disputes will be resolved through arbitration.
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