Key Information at a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| State | India (Nationwide; EMRS schools across multiple states) |
| Issuing Authority | EdCIL (India) Limited (A “MINI RATNA” Govt. of India Enterprise) |
| Title of Tender/RFP | Request for Proposal for implementation of Residential Teacher Training Boot Camps for Teachers in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) |
| Value of the Tender | Approx. ₹2,20,00,000/- (Rupees Two Crore Twenty Lakh only) (excluding taxes) |
| Tender Fee | NIL |
| EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) | ₹2,60,000/- (Rupees Two Lakh Sixty Thousand only) – exempted for MSE/DPIIT registered startups |
| Last Date of Submission | 11th June 2026 |
| Time of Submission | Up to 15:00 hours |
| Mode of Submission | Online (e-Tendering) – Two Packet QCBS Mode; manual bids not accepted |
| Download Tender/EOI | From http://www.tenderwizard.com/EDCIL (EdCIL’s e-procurement portal) OR View RFP FROM HERE |
1. Background & Objective
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) runs Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) across India to provide quality education to tribal students.
This RFP is issued by EdCIL (India) Limited to select an Implementation Agency (IA) to design, develop, and execute Residential Teacher Training Boot Camps for EMRS teachers. The goal is to enhance pedagogical skills, digital literacy, mentorship abilities, mental health awareness, and leadership capabilities of teachers.
2. Scope of Work (Key Responsibilities of Selected Agency)
- Design and deliver 5-day residential training boot camps in premier educational institutions/universities.
- Cover topics: New-age teaching methodologies, AI & digital tools, classroom management, mentorship, mental health, media literacy, cyber safety, networking, and personal/professional growth.
- Coordinate with universities/colleges for infrastructure, faculty, and logistics.
- Manage end-to-end execution: boarding, lodging, food, local transport, resource persons, course material, safety, medical support, etc.
- Ensure documentation: reports, videos, photos, attendance, feedback, and progress tracking dashboard.
- Monthly progress reporting to EdCIL.
- Maintain confidentiality and exclusive ownership of all project materials by EdCIL.
- Produce a 5-7 minute AV film and 2-3 beneficiary testimonial videos.
Note: Transportation cost of teachers to/from school is excluded from quoted price.
3. Key Deliverables & Timelines
| Component | Deliverables |
|---|---|
| Residential Boot Camp | Boot Camp Plan, participant records, attendance, training content, session records, videos/photos, feedback, Boot Camp Report |
| Common | Baseline & Endline Assessment Reports, Consolidated Project Report, digital/physical data submission |
Timeline: All boot camps to be completed within 5 months from work order issue.
4. Payment Structure (for Teacher Training Boot Camps)
| Milestone | Deliverables Linked | % Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Milestone 1: Planning & Mobilization | Boot Camp Plan, institutional tie-ups, final participant list, logistics plan | 30% |
| Milestone 2: Execution | Records of successful conduct of all approved boot camps | 40% |
| Milestone 3: Reporting & Documentation | Monthly reports, photos, videos, final reports, dashboard | 30% |
Important Conditions:
- Payments are on back-to-back basis from client (NSTFDC) to EdCIL to agency.
- Advance possible against Bank Guarantee of equivalent amount.
- Payments reduced for shortfall in coverage or non-achievement of minimum requirements.
- Final payment after acceptance of all reports.
5. Eligibility Criteria (Basic)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Entity Type | Company (Public/Pvt Ltd), Proprietorship, Partnership, LLP – registered in India for last 3 years |
| Experience | Min. 3 years in Teacher Training / Capacity Building / Faculty Development / Skill Development programmes |
| Turnover | Avg. annual turnover ≥ ₹3 crore (last 3 FYs: 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25) with positive net worth & profitability |
| Similar Projects | At least 3 completed projects in last 3 years (FY 2022-23 to 2024-25) in relevant domains; at least 1 project value ≥ ₹1.25 crore |
| Team | As per Annexure-XIX (qualification & experience requirements) |
| Blacklisting | Not blacklisted/debarred by any Central Govt/PSU |
| Startups | DPIIT-registered startups are exempted from experience, turnover, and EMD requirements |
| Consortium/JV | Not allowed |
6. Technical Evaluation Criteria (QCBS – 70:30 weightage)
Maximum Technical Marks = 100; Minimum qualifying score = 65
| S.No. | Evaluation Parameter | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | No. of completed years since inception | 5 |
| 2 | Financial Strength (avg. turnover) | 8 |
| 3 | Relevant Past Experience | 30 |
| 4 | Methodology & Approach (incl. Presentation) | 30 |
| 5 | Team Personnel – Qualification & Experience | 27 |
| Total | 100 |
Past Experience Scoring (30 marks):
- Domain experience (Teacher Training etc.): max 12 marks
- Scale & Complexity (≥150 teachers OR ≥2 schools OR ≥2 districts OR project value ≥₹15L): max 6 marks
- Govt/residential/EMRS school experience: max 6 marks
- Residential model projects: max 6 marks
Methodology (30 marks):
- Understanding of project: 10
- Proposed methodology: 12
- Work plan & presentation: 8
Team (27 marks): Boot Camp Manager, Principal Teacher Trainer, Teacher Training Experts (4), Professional Trainers (6) – marks based on years of experience.
Final Score = (Technical Score × 0.7) + (Financial Score × 0.3)
7. Financial Bid Details
- Financial bid to be submitted in prescribed Excel/PDF format.
- Rates to be quoted inclusive of all costs except teachers’ transportation.
- Must mention GST separately.
- Lowest financial bid gets 100 marks; others on pro-rata basis.
8. EMD, Performance Bank Guarantee & Key Financials
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| EMD | ₹2,60,000 (DD or online transfer); exempted for MSE/DPIIT startups |
| EMD Forfeiture | If bidder withdraws or amends bid within validity period |
| Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) | 3% of contract value (incl. taxes) – within 15 days of LOA; from listed nationalized/scheduled bank; valid 90 days beyond completion |
| Contract Agreement | To be executed within 10 days of LOA on bidder’s stamp paper cost |
| Liquidated Damages | 0.5% + GST per week of delay, max 10% of contract value |
| Dispute Resolution | Arbitration under Indian Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996; seat at EdCIL, Noida |
| Jurisdiction | Courts at New Delhi only |
9. Important Compliance & Conditions
- No manual bids – only online e-tendering.
- Bid Validity – 90 days from last date of tender opening.
- Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) – Class III required.
- Registration on portal – ₹2,000 annual fee to KEONICS.
- Confidentiality & IPR – All data, reports, videos, materials are exclusive property of EdCIL.
- Integrity Pact – Mandatory pre-contract agreement against corruption.
- Force Majeure – Termination if event exceeds 20 days.
- Taxes – All statutory deductions (TDS, GST) as per law; agency responsible for all taxes.
- Language – English; Hindi translation if asked at no extra cost.
- Hard copies – 5 sets + soft copies of final report.
10. Bid Submission Process
- Two packets:
- Envelope 1 (Technical Bid) – Annexures I to XXI, declaration, corrigenda signed.
- Envelope 2 (Financial Bid) – Financial forms I to II(C) in PDF + Excel.
- Offline submission: Original EMD DD and Power of Attorney (if applicable) in sealed envelope before bid opening.
- Bid opening: Technical bid on 11th June 2026 at 16:00 hours. Financial bid later for qualified bidders.
- Presentation: Shortlisted bidders to present (20 mins) to Evaluation Committee.
11. Key Documents/Annexures in RFP
- Annexure-I: Declaration Sheet
- Annexure-II: Previous Experience Format
- Annexure-III: Financial Strength Certificate
- Annexure-IV: Performance Bank Guarantee Format
- Annexure-V: Pre-Contract Integrity Pact
- Annexure-XI: CV Format for Team Personnel
- Annexure-XVII: List of Authorized Banks for BG
- Annexure-XIX: Minimum Qualification & Experience of Team
- Annexure-XX: Technical Scoring Guidelines
- Financial Forms: FIN.FORM-I to II(C)
12. Important Notes for Bidders
- Startups (DPIIT registered) get full relaxation in experience, turnover, and EMD.
- Consortium/JV not permitted.
- Bidder must have positive net worth & profitability for last 3 years.
- Only completed projects in last 5 financial years considered for experience.
- Non-submission of EMD or incomplete technical bid leads to summary rejection.
- EdCIL reserves right to reject any or all bids without assigning reason.
- Any discrepancy in financial bid (figures vs. words) – words prevail.
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