Tender/EOI at a Glance: Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Punjab |
| Issuing Authority | Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) |
| Title of Tender/RFP | Setting up of Classrooms and Skill Training Labs for Designated Job Roles |
| Estimated Value | Not specified (Bidders quote financial bids for infrastructure setup) |
| Tender Fee | ₹ 1,000/- (Non-refundable) |
| EMD (Earnest Money Deposit) | ₹ 35,000/- (Refundable) |
| Last Date of Submission | March 02, 2026 |
| Time of Submission | Up to 11:00 AM |
| Mode of Submission | Online (e-Procurement Portal) |
| DOWNLOAD Tender/EOI | DOWNLOAD TENDER | FINANCIAL BID eproc.punjab.gov.in |
1. Introduction
The Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) has issued an EOI for Skill Development Training infrastructure setup. Through this skill tender, PSDM proposes to engage qualified agencies to establish classrooms and skill training labs. This initiative aims to equip youth in the State of Punjab with industry-relevant skills by providing state-of-the-art training facilities at designated Multi Skill Development Centres.
2. Objective
The primary objective of this skill RFP is to select capable agencies to design, supply, install, and maintain training infrastructure. This includes setting up partitions, providing equipment, furniture, and ensuring the operationalization of labs and classrooms as per the standards prescribed for specific job roles, thereby enabling effective delivery of both practical and theory-based training.
3. Scope of Work
The selected agency (ies) will be responsible for a comprehensive turnkey setup, including:
- Setting up of classrooms and lab infrastructure, including partitions, at designated training premises.
- Supplying equipment strictly in accordance with the standards and lists prescribed on the SIDH portal for specific job roles.
- Providing classroom aids (e.g., projectors, whiteboards, chairs), lab aids (e.g., stools, almirahs, exhaust fans), reception aids (e.g., AEBAS device, CCTV cameras, DVR), and miscellaneous items.
- Ensuring installation of CCTV cameras and UIDAI-approved AEBAS biometric devices.
- Complete setup within 15 days from the issuance of the work order.
- Providing maintenance, repairs, or replacement of non-functional equipment at their own cost throughout the project duration.
4. Key Dates & Deadlines
| Activity | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Sale/Download of Tender Documents | From February 02, 2026 (9:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Pre-Bid Queries | February 03, 2026 (up to 12:00 PM) |
| Pre-Bid Meeting | February 21, 2026 (11:00 AM at PSDM Head Office, Chandigarh) |
| Last Date for Submission of Bids | March 01, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Bid Opening Date | March 08, 2026 (3:30 PM) |
| Bid Validity | Until March 31, 2027 |
5. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners
To participate in this new skill tender, agencies must meet the following criteria:
- Legal Entity: Must be a Company, Partnership Firm, Proprietorship, PSU, Society, Trust, NGO, or Sector Skill Council. Sole proprietorship and consortium are not eligible.
- Establishment: Established on or before April 1, 2024.
- Financial Turnover: Minimum average annual turnover of INR 50 Lakhs from any business for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25.
- Experience: Must have prior experience (from April 1, 2023, onwards) in either:
- Running skill training at its own centre (accredited by SSC), OR
- Setting up a skill training centre for another agency/department.
- Documentation: Submission of signed/ stamped Annexures (B, B1, C, D) and each page of the tender document.
6. Selection Criteria
The selection process is a two-step procedure:
- Eligibility Screening: Agencies are first evaluated based on the eligibility criteria outlined in Annexure-B.
- Financial Bid Evaluation: Agencies fulfilling the eligibility criteria will have their financial bids opened. The agency quoting the lowest financial bid for a specific job role will be selected as the successful agency for that job role.
7. Empanelment Procedure
- Successful bidders will be issued a work order.
- They must submit a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) of 10% of the total project cost within 7 days of the work order.
- The agency must establish a registered office in Punjab with Punjab GST registration within 30 days of allotment to raise bills.
8. Eligible Beneficiaries
The end beneficiaries of this infrastructure will be the youth of Punjab enrolled in skill training programs at the designated Multi Skill Development Centres in districts such as Hoshiarpur.
9. Total Target & Job Roles
- Target: Setting up of 1 Classroom and 1 Lab per job role at the specified centre(s).
- Focus Area: The initial scope covers two job roles at the Multi Skill Development Centre, Hoshiarpur:
- Solar Panel Installation Technician (QP Code: ELE/Q5901, Version 4.0 or above)
- Four Wheeler Service Technician (QP Code: ASC/Q 1402, Version 7.0)
(Note: The number of centers can be increased or decreased as per PSDM requirements.)
10. Duration of Engagement
The infrastructure setup is required for a duration of 4 months for the initial job roles. This period can be extended or reduced at the discretion of PSDM. Rent will be paid only for the duration the infrastructure is utilized.
11. Funding and Payment Conditions
- Rent Payment: Payment (rent) will commence only after a satisfactory verification report is received from the District Program Management Unit (DPMU) and/or accreditation by the concerned Sector Skill Council (SSC).
- GST Mandate: Payments will be made only to the agency’s bank account linked to their Punjab GST registration.
- Penalties & Forfeiture:
- Delay in setup beyond 15 days attracts penalties ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹4,000 per day, potentially leading to PBG forfeiture.
- Delay in repairing equipment (beyond 2 working days) attracts penalties starting from £500 per day.
- Providing equipment older than 3 years incurs a penalty of ₹1,000 per item per day.
12. Mode and Address for Submission
- Mode: The application must be submitted strictly online.
- Portal: www.eproc.punjab.gov.in
- Note: Applications submitted through any other means will be summarily rejected. Physical copies are not to be sent unless specifically requested.
13. Other Important Terms and Conditions
- Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG): Valid for 180 days beyond the project expiry date. It can be forfeited due to poor quality work, negligence, or delays.
- Maintenance: The agency is responsible for the security, safety, and maintenance of all equipment. PSDM is not liable for any loss or damage.
- Blacklisting: PSDM reserves the right to blacklist the bidder in case the PBG is forfeited.
- Corrigendum: All updates will only be published on the official portals; no separate communication will be sent.
- Integrity: The agency must declare that no incorrect information has been furnished and that it has not been debarred by any government agency.
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