

EDP RFP Summary:
Introduction
The Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (CSIDC), a Government of Chhattisgarh undertaking, invites proposals from eligible training agencies/institutes for empanelment under the Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) and Capacity Building initiative across two zones in Chhattisgarh under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme. This initiative aims to enhance the competitiveness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by providing structured training, skill development, and market linkage support.
The RAMP Scheme, supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME), focuses on improving MSME productivity, access to credit, and institutional governance.
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Objectives
The key objectives of this RFP are:
- To empanel qualified training agencies/institutes for delivering Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDP) and Capacity Building initiatives.
- To enhance entrepreneurial skills among prospective entrepreneurs, women-led MSMEs, SHGs, and existing MSMEs.
- To improve business readiness through structured training in financial literacy, digital marketing, compliance, and sector-specific skills.
- To facilitate market linkages, exposure visits, and advanced skill development programs.
Key Dates
Activity | Date |
---|---|
Publication of Tender Notice | 05/06/2025 |
Pre-Bid Meeting | 16/06/2025 |
Last Date for Bid Submission | 07/07/2025 (16:00 hrs) |
Technical Bid Opening | 07/07/2025 (17:00 hrs) |
Financial Bid Opening | To be announced |
Contract Duration | 24 Months |
Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)
- Zone-1 (17 Districts): ₹6,03,500/-
- Zone-2 (16 Districts): ₹5,52,000/-
- EMD must be paid online via Chhattisgarh e-Procurement Portal.
- Refundable after contract completion.
Tender Fees
- Non-refundable processing fee: ₹5,900/- (to be paid online).

Scope of Work
The selected agencies will be responsible for:
- Mobilization & Counselling:
- Identify and enroll participants (minimum 30 per batch).
- Conduct awareness workshops and orientation sessions.
- Training Delivery:
- Entrepreneurship Development Programmes (EDP/ESDP) – 2-week training.
- Advanced Skill Development – 2-day sector-specific training.
- Exposure Visits – Benchmarking visits for MSMEs.
- Curriculum Development:
- Prepare training modules in Hindi and English.
- Include case studies, digital tools, and compliance training.
- Certification & Monitoring:
- Issue certificates to participants.
- Maintain digital records and submit impact assessment reports.
Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners
Parameter | Requirement |
---|---|
Legal Entity | Registered under Companies Act, LLP Act, Societies Act, or Trust Act. |
Financial Capacity | Minimum average annual turnover of ₹5 Crore in last 3 FYs. |
Experience | 5+ years in MSME training, entrepreneurship development, or skill programs. |
Blacklisting Status | Must not be blacklisted by any government agency. |
Selection Criteria
- Technical Evaluation (70% weightage):
- Experience in government projects (20 marks).
- Turnover (20 marks).
- Approach & Methodology (30 marks).
- Financial Evaluation (30% weightage): Least Cost Selection (LCS) method.
Empanelment Procedure
- Technical Bid Evaluation: Only qualified bidders proceed.
- Financial Bid Opening: Lowest bidder (L1) selected.
- Empanelment: Agencies matching L1 price will be empanelled.
- Contract Award: Work orders issued based on performance.
Eligible Beneficiaries
- Prospective entrepreneurs.
- Women-led MSMEs/SHGs.
- Existing MSMEs seeking skill upgradation.
Total Training Targets
Activity | Zone-1 | Zone-2 | Total |
---|---|---|---|
Workshops/Seminars | 495 | 495 | 990 |
EDP/ESDP Programs | 150 | 150 | 300 |
Advanced Training | 100 | 100 | 200 |
Exposure Visits | 24 | 24 | 48 |
Job Roles & Focus Areas
- Business Planning & Financial Management.
- Digital Marketing & E-Commerce (GeM, Flipkart, Amazon).
- Legal Compliance (GST, UDYAM, FSSAI).
- Quality Standards (ISO, BIS).
Duration
- Contract Period: 24 months.
- Training Duration:
- EDP: 2 weeks.
- Advanced Training: 2 days.
Funding & Payment Conditions
- Estimated Budget:
- Zone-1: ₹6.03 Crore.
- Zone-2: ₹5.51 Crore.
- Payment Schedule:
- Quarterly payments linked to deliverables (10%-20% per quarter).
- Final 20% released after impact assessment.
Mode of Submission
- Online Submission: Chhattisgarh e-Procurement Portal.
- Hard Copy: One original copy to be submitted to CSIDC office.
Address for Submission
The Managing Director,
Chhattisgarh State Industrial Development Corporation Ltd. (CSIDC),
Udyog Bhawan, Ring Road No.1,
Telibandha, Raipur (C.G) – 492006
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.csidc.in
Other Terms & Conditions
- Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): 3% of contract value.
- Bid Validity: 90 days.
- Late submissions will be rejected.
- CSIDC reserves the right to cancel/amend the tender.
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