Tender Summary:
1. Introduction
The Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM), under the Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar, invites proposals from reputed and experienced agencies for the empanelment to provide foreign language training. The objective is to enhance the employability of Bihar’s youth by equipping them with proficiency in foreign languages such as German, English, Japanese, and Arabic. The selected agencies will be responsible for establishing, operating, and maintaining training centers as per BSDM’s requirements.
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2. Objective
- To provide international-standard language training to Bihar’s youth for better overseas employment opportunities.
- To ensure students achieve basic language proficiency as per global employer requirements.
- To enhance employability through certified foreign language courses.
3. Key Dates
| Activity | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Online Download of Tender Documents | From 03.06.2025 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting (Physical & Virtual) | 09.06.2025 at 15:00 Hrs |
| Last Date for Proposal Submission | 25.06.2025 by 15:00 Hrs |
| Technical Bid Opening | 25.06.2025 after 16:00 Hrs |
| Financial Bid Opening | Post-technical evaluation |
| Bid Validity Period | 180 days from submission |
4. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) & Tender Fees
- EMD: ₹2,00,000 (refundable, to be submitted via e-payment).
- Tender Fees:
- Document Fee: ₹5,000 (non-refundable).
- Processing Fee: ₹590 (non-refundable).
5. Scope of Work
- Training Delivery: Provide certified trainers for German, English, Japanese, and Arabic.
- Lab Setup: Install and maintain language labs with 30 systems per center (hardware & software).
- Software Requirements: Must include speech recognition, MTI removal, CEFR-aligned content, and mobile app access.
- Assessment & Certification: Conduct regular tests and issue third-party certifications.
- Compliance: Adhere to labour laws (EPF, ESI, minimum wages).
6. Eligibility of Training Partners
- Registration: Must be registered before 31.03.2021 (no consortiums allowed).
- Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover of ₹50 lakh in the last three FYs (2021-22 to 2023-24).
- Net Worth: Positive net worth of at least ₹25 lakh as of 31.03.2024.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in foreign language training.
- Blacklisting: Must submit a non-blacklisting affidavit.
7. Selection Criteria (QCBS System – 70:30 Weightage)
Technical Evaluation (70%)
- Company Credentials (10 Marks): Years in operation.
- Turnover (10 Marks): ≥₹50 lakh.
- Experience (20 Marks): Similar projects worth ₹20L–₹50L+.
- Trainer Qualifications (10 Marks): CVs of certified trainers.
- Technical Presentation (50 Marks): Understanding of requirements.
(Minimum 70/100 required to qualify for financial bid evaluation.)
Financial Evaluation (30%)
- Lowest quoted bid receives 100 marks; others scored proportionally.
8. Empanelment Procedure
- Submit technical & financial bids online via e-Procurement Portal.
- Technical evaluation (minimum 70 marks required).
- Financial bid opening for qualified bidders.
- Contract awarded to top-ranked bidder (QCBS score).
- Performance Bank Guarantee (3% of work order value) to be submitted post-selection.
9. Eligible Beneficiaries
- Youth of Bihar seeking foreign language proficiency for global employment.
10. Total Target to Be Trained
- To be determined based on BSDM’s requirements.
11. Job Roles/Courses
- German (B2/C1 certification)
- English (IELTS Band 7)
- Japanese (JLPT N2/N3)
- Arabic (ALPT/CAAS certified)
12. Duration
- Contract: 1 year (extendable based on performance).
- Training duration: As per course modules.
13. Funding & Payment Terms
- Lab Setup: Paid post-installation.
- Trainer & Maintenance: Monthly invoices.
- TDS: Applicable as per government norms.
14. Mode of Submission
- Online Only: Via e-Procurement Portal.
- Digital Signature: Class II/III DSC mandatory.
15. Address for Submission & Queries
Nodal Officer: Suresh Kumar Singh (Mission Director)
Email: [email protected] | Phone: 7979706411
Address:
Bihar Skill Development Mission,
5th Floor, A-Wing, Niyojan Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna-800001.
16. Other Terms & Conditions
- BSDM reserves the right to cancel/modify the RFP without notice.
- Conditional bids will be rejected.
- Blacklisting for fraud/corruption (1-year debarment).
- Dispute resolution under Patna jurisdiction.
Note: For full details, refer to the RFP document on BSDM’s website.
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