Summary of NIESBUD RFP for Empanelment of Infrastructure Providers for Training Programmes
Introduction
The National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Empanelment of Infrastructure Providers to conduct entrepreneurship training programmes. NIESBUD aims to expand its reach by partnering with qualified agencies to deliver high-quality training, mentoring, and handholding support to aspiring entrepreneurs across India.
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Objective
- Establish a national network of reputed infrastructure providers to conduct NIESBUD’s training programmes.
- Ensure standardized, high-quality training delivery, including mobilization, execution, and post-training support.
- Enhance entrepreneurship and small business development through structured programmes.
Key Dates
| Particulars | Date |
|---|---|
| Issue of RFP | 24-07-2025 |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | 04-08-2025 |
| Last Date for Submission | 13-08-2025 |
| Opening of Proposals | 15-08-2025 |
EMD & Tender Fees
- Non-refundable Application Fee: ₹5,000 (Demand Draft in favor of NIESBUD, Noida).
- Refundable Security Deposit: ₹2,00,000 (to be submitted post-approval).
Scope of Work
Empanelled agencies will be responsible for:
- Mobilization of candidates and conducting training programmes.
- Providing infrastructure (classrooms, IT labs, biometric attendance, CCTV monitoring).
- Logistics management (training kits, refreshments, banners, etc.).
- Post-training mentoring & handholding (enterprise setup support).
- Compliance with NIESBUD guidelines and reporting.
Eligibility of Training Partners
Mandatory Criteria:
- Registration: Must be a registered entity (Company, Trust, Society, NGO, Skill University, ITI, etc.).
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in training and mentoring (exceptions for startups).
- Financial Turnover: Minimum ₹50 lakhs average turnover in the last 3 years.
- Infrastructure:
- 2000 sq. ft. premises (owned/leased).
- Two classrooms (300 sq. ft. each).
- Computer lab (15 PCs with internet).
- Biometric attendance, CCTV, power backup, etc.
- Training Experience: Conducted 500+ EDP/ESDP trainees per year in the last 3 years.
- Handholding Support: Assisted 200+ entrepreneurs annually in setting up businesses.
- Mandatory Registrations:
- SMART Portal (NSDC).
- DARPAN Portal (for NGOs).
Selection Criteria
| Parameter | Max Marks |
|---|---|
| Infrastructure & Presence in State | 10 |
| Faculty (Certified Master Trainers) | 15 |
| Registration/Accreditation | 05 |
| Experience in Training & Mentoring | 15 |
| Industry Collaborations | 15 |
| Presentation | 25 |
| Financial Turnover | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
(Govt. institutions get 10 additional marks.)
Empanelment Procedure
- Submission of EoI (Annexure-I) with supporting documents.
- Preliminary Screening for eligibility compliance.
- Presentation Before Committee (Noida/Delhi).
- Final Empanelment based on evaluation.
Eligible Beneficiaries
- Aspiring entrepreneurs, women, youth, and marginalized communities.
- Participants under sponsored and fee-based programmes.
Total Target to be Trained
- State-wise allocation (e.g., 10 providers in UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, etc.).
- Indicative numbers based on population & demand.
Job Roles / Focus Areas
- Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDP).
- Enterprise Skill Development Programmes (ESDP).
- Handholding & mentoring for business setup.
Duration
- Initial empanelment: 1 year (renewable based on performance).
Funding & Payment Conditions
Two Engagement Models:
- Fixed Emolument Model:
- Fixed payments per training programme (mobilization, venue, logistics, etc.).
- Additional Project Management Cost (percentage of sanctioned budget).
- Revenue Sharing Model:
- 60:40 ratio (60% to provider, 40% to NIESBUD).
- Provider manages end-to-end execution.
Mode of Submission
- Hard copy only (via post/courier/in-person).
- Address:
Administration Section, NIESBUD
A-23, Sector-62, Noida, Uttar Pradesh – 201309
Other Terms & Conditions
- Monitoring: Regular inspections, biometric attendance, IP camera surveillance.
- Performance Review: Annual renewal based on compliance & outcomes.
- Branding: Strict adherence to NIESBUD branding guidelines.
- No TA/DA for presentations.
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