SUMMARY OF TENDER
Introduction
The Government of Tamil Nadu, through the Tamil Nadu Academy of Construction (TAC), has issued an Expression of Interest (EOI)/Request for Proposal (RFP) for the selection of a Training Provider to deliver online skill development training to 50,000 higher education students who are children of construction workers registered with the Tamil Nadu Construction Workers Welfare Board (TNCWWB). This initiative aims to bridge the skill gap and enhance employability through digital learning platforms, aligning with national skill development missions such as Skill India and PMKVY 4.0.
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Objective
The primary objective of this skill RFP is to provide industry-relevant, online skill upgradation training in 40 skill courses to eligible beneficiaries, enabling them to secure better employment opportunities or become entrepreneurs. The program focuses on leveraging digital education to overcome geographical and resource barriers, especially for rural and remote learners.
Key Dates
- Start Date of Bid Submission: 07-02-2026 (10:00 AM)
- Pre-Bid Meeting: 13-02-2026 (3:30 PM)
- Last Date of Submission: 21-02-2026 (3:00 PM)
- Tender Opening Date: 23-02-2026 (10:00 AM)
- Bid Validity Period: 120 days from technical bid opening
EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)
- Amount: ₹75,00,000 (Seventy-Five Lakhs)
- Mode: Online payment or Bank Guarantee
- Validity: 45 days from bid opening date
- Exemption: Not applicable, including for MSMEs
Tender Fees
No separate tender fee is mentioned in the document. However, bidders must bear all costs related to bid preparation and submission.
Scope of Work
The selected Training Provider will:
- Develop and deliver online skill training in 40 courses (list provided in tender)
- Create a Learning Management System (LMS) accessible via web and mobile
- Provide high-quality video content with 2D animations (no screen-recorded/YouTube content)
- Establish a dedicated call center for trainee mobilization, registration, and support
- Conduct assessments and issue joint certifications with TAC
- Submit real-time dashboards for monitoring and evaluation
Eligibility of Training Partners
- Must have a registered office or project site in Tamil Nadu as of 31-01-2026
- Registered with TNSDC, NSDC, or TAC
- Minimum 3 years of experience in skill training delivery
- Average annual turnover of ₹20+ crores in last 3 FYs
- Positive net worth as of 31-03-2025
- At least 50 permanent online content developers on payroll
- Not blacklisted by any government/PSU
- Consortium bids not allowed; only individual bidders or PSUs (no subcontracting)
Selection Criteria
Selection will follow the Quality and Cost-Based System (QCBS) with 80% weightage for technical score and 20% for financial score.
Technical Evaluation Parameters:
- Annual turnover (20 marks)
- Previous skill training experience (25 marks)
- Experience in BOCW/construction worker training (15 marks)
- Empanelment with NSDC/TNSDC/Skill India/TAC (10 marks)
- Technical presentation & live demo (30 marks)
Financial Score Calculation:
Lowest quoted financial proposal receives 100 marks; others calculated proportionately.
Empanelment Procedure
Training Providers must be empaneled with NSDC, TNSDC, Skill India, or TAC. Proof of empanelment (MOU/Empanelment ID) must be submitted.
Eligible Beneficiaries
Only children of construction workers registered with TNCWWB, pursuing higher education (10th, 12th, ITI, Diploma, Degree), are eligible.
Total Target to be Trained
50,000 students across Tamil Nadu.
Job Roles or Courses
40 courses including:
- Junior Software Developer
- AI-Visualization Specialist
- Electrician
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Robotic Process Automation
- And more (see tender for full list)
Duration
Each course is 6 months long. The overall project is to be completed within 7–8 months from work order issuance.
Funding and Payment Conditions
Payment will be released in three tranches for every 5,000 students:
- 1st Tranche (30%): On MoU signing and training commencement
- 2nd Tranche (50%): After 50% course completion (90 days)
- 3rd Tranche (20%): After 100% completion, assessment, certification, and workshop
Mode of Submission
Bids must be submitted online only via the Tamil Nadu e-tender portal: tntenders.gov.in.
Address for Submission
Director, Tamil Nadu Academy of Construction (TAC)
Thaiyur, Chengalpattu – 603103
Tamil Nadu
Email: tncoltenders@gmail.com
Tel: 044-27474100
Other Terms and Conditions
- Bids must be unconditional; conditional bids will be rejected
- TAC reserves the right to cancel/amend the tender without notice
- Performance security (3% of first tranche) required post-selection
- Penalties for non-performance or resource substitution
- Dispute resolution under Chennai jurisdiction
- No implied employment guarantee with Tamil Nadu Government
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