[Request for Proposal (RFP) for Selection of an Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) for Upgradation of ITI Clusters] open
AI summary
This tender provides details about the project including scope of work, estimated value, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.
Overview
The Department of Employment and Training (Training Wing) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the selection of an Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) aimed at upgrading Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU Scheme). This is an open tender, and bidders are encouraged to submit their proposals in accordance with the guidelines provided in the tender documents.
Scope / Work
The scope of work involves the upgradation of ITI clusters located in Ambattur, Chengalpet, Perumbakkam, Vellore, and Ranipet. Bidders must refer to the tender document for specific pre-qualification requirements and detailed work descriptions. The contract type is classified as a tender, with a period of work spanning approximately 1825 days.
Fees & EMD
There is no tender fee associated with this RFP. However, bidders are required to submit an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹4,000,000. EMD exemption is allowed under certain conditions, which bidders should verify. Payment for the EMD can be made online, and it is crucial to ensure that the bid security documentation is included in the submission.
Key dates
- Publication Date: 06-Mar-2026 10:00 AM
- Pre-Bid Meeting: 23-Mar-2026 11:30 AM at Guindy, Chennai 32
- Bid Submission Start Date: 30-Mar-2026 04:00 PM
- Bid Submission End Date: 05-May-2026 11:00 AM
- Bid Opening Date: 05-May-2026 04:00 PM
Bidders should ensure timely submission of all required documents, including the technical and financial bids, as outlined in the tender documentation. It is advisable to participate in the pre-bid meeting to clarify any doubts regarding the proposal requirements.
AI insights
Risk factors
- high EMD size
- 180 days bid validity
- tight submission timeline
- document completeness
Financials
| Tender value | Undisclosed |
|---|---|
| EMD amount | ₹40,00,000 — payable to Nil at Nil |
| Tender fee | ₹0.00 — payable to Nil at Nil |
Payment mode Online
Timeline
| Publish date | 06-Mar-2026 10:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Bid end | 05-May-2026 11:00 AM |
| Opening date | 05-May-2026 04:00 PM |
Critical dates
From the portal detail page (all dates captured when available).
| Published date | 06-Mar-2026 10:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Bid opening date | 05-May-2026 04:00 PM |
| Document download / sale start | 06-Mar-2026 10:00 AM |
| Document download / sale end | 05-May-2026 11:00 AM |
| Clarification start | 06-Mar-2026 11:00 AM |
| Clarification end | 23-Mar-2026 04:00 PM |
| Bid submission start | 30-Mar-2026 04:00 PM |
| Bid submission end | 05-May-2026 11:00 AM |
Tender Documents
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| Name | Size | Type | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOQ_806651.xls | 246.5 KB | XLS | |
| TenderDocAmb.pdf | 2.66 MB |
Work details
Location, category, and schedule for this procurement.
| Location | Ambattur,Chengalpet,Perumbakkam,Vellore , Ranipet |
|---|---|
| Category | Miscellaneous Services |
| Period of work | 1825 days |
| Bid validity | 180 days |
Tender basics
| Tender type | Open Tender |
|---|---|
| Form of contract | EOI |
| Tender category | Services |
| No. of covers | 2 |
| Organisation chain | Department of Employment and Training (Training Wing)||Training Wing||Central office||PURCHASE SECTION |
| Source portal | tntenders.gov.in |
Covers (bid packets)
What to submit in each cover, as listed on the tender portal.
| Cover no. | Cover type | Description | Document type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fee/PreQual/Technical | Copy of Incorporation/Registration certificate of the Bidder | |
| — | — | Copy of GST Registration Certificate and PAN card | |
| — | — | Copy of Bid Security / EMD Document (Bank Guarantee/Online payment receipt, as applicable) | |
| — | — | Form Tech -1,2,3 and 4 | |
| — | — | Form Tech -5 Certification of Turnover /Financial Capacity | |
| — | — | Form Tech -6- Power of Attorney for Signing of Bid ,6A- Power of Attorney for Lead Member of Consort | |
| — | — | Form Tech -7- CA Certificate for Number of Employees | |
| — | — | Form Tech -8 -Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) Submission Format | |
| — | — | Form Tech -9A - SIP Implementation and Evaluation Matrix | |
| — | — | Form Tech -9B- Five-Year Investment Plan Budget for ITI Consortium | |
| — | — | Any Other Document(s) specifically mentioned in the RFP | |
| — | — | Miscellaneous Documents | |
| 2 | Finance | Price Bid (BoQ) | .xls |
Authority details
| Inviting authority | Additional Director AT |
|---|---|
| Address | O/o Director of Employment and Training, Alandur Road,Guindy,Chennai 600 032 |
| Payment instruments | Online |
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