Tender Details

Tender Details

Tender ID SkillTender769
Reference No. TrainingTender780
Tender Brief TCIL EOI for Setup of Model School
Tender Description This EOI is for the selection of backend partners for TCIL to bid in the GEM Tender on Setup of Model Schools. Strong financial capacity, proven experience in smart/ICT-enabled education infrastructure, compliance with Make in India, and consortium participation (up to 3 partners) are allowed. No tender fee, but a high EMD of ₹50 lakh is required (exemptions for MSEs/Startups).
Pre-Qualification Criteria

 1. Scope of Work

  1. Pre-tender tie-up with TCIL as backend partner for client’s Tender No. GEM/2025/B/6617950 (Setup of Model School).
  2. Supply, installation, commissioning and integration of infrastructure and digital solutions such as:
    1. AI Labs
    2. Smart Classrooms
    3. Digital Libraries
    4. Computer Labs / IT Work
    5. ICT Work
    6. CCTV solutions
  3. Backend partner will support TCIL exclusively in execution of the project.
2. Eligibility Criteria
  1. Local Supplier Requirement: Only Class-I and Class-II local suppliers (as per DPIIT’s Make in India order). Mandatory undertaking of local content required
  2. Entity Type: Indian registered Company under Companies Act 1956/2013, Proprietorship, Partnership Firm, or Government Society.
  3. Blacklist Clause: Bidder should not be blacklisted/debarred by any Govt./PSU. “No Conviction Certificate” required
  4. Other Requirements:
    1. Valid PAN & GST registration.
    2. Manufacturer’s Authorization Certificate (MAF) from OEMs.
    3. Compliance with labour laws, PF registration, and commitment for skilled workforce (RPL within 2 months)
    4. Local office in execution area (or undertaking to establish after award).
    5. Consortium allowed (up to 3 agencies) with conditions
3. Financial Criteria
  1. Turnover: Avg. annual turnover during last 3 FYs (ending 31.03.2024) ≥ ₹2.79 Cr (₹2.32 Cr for MSEs/Startups).
  2. Net Worth: Positive as on 31.03.2024.
  3. Profitability: Profit Before Tax (PBT) in at least 2 of last 3 FYs
4. Technical/Experience Criteria
  1. Experience in last 7 years of either:
    1. 2 works ≥ ₹2.79 Cr each (₹2.32 Cr for MSEs/Startups), OR
    2. 1 work ≥ ₹3.71 Cr (₹3.25 Cr for MSEs/Startups).
  2. “Similar works” defined as: supply, installation & commissioning of AI Labs, Smart Class, Digital Library, Computer Lab, IT/ICT Work, CCTV
5. Tender Fee & EMD
  1. Tender Fee: Nil
  2. EMD: ₹5,00,000 (₹5 Lakh) – payable via DD/FDR/Banker’s Cheque/NEFT/RTGS/UPI/Bank Guarantee/Insurance Surety Bond
  3. Validity of EMD: 120 days.
  4. Exemption: MSEs & Startups exempted with valid certificate
6. Submission Guidelines
  1. Mode: Online only via GePNIC portal (https://www.etenders.gov.in).
  2. Mandatory documents: Incorporation Certificate, PAN, GST, MAF, No-Conviction, Undertakings, Financials, Experience certificates, Consortium Agreement (if applicable).
  3. Unpriced BOQ must be submitted with Technical Bid
7. Important Dates
  1. EOI Posting: 18/09/2025
  2. Last Date for Clarifications: 19/09/2025 (17:00 hrs)
  3. Bid Submission Start: 18/09/2025 (18:30 hrs)
  4. Bid Submission End: 24/09/2025 (17:00 hrs)
  5. Technical Bid Opening: 25/10/2025 (17:00 hrs)
Tender Fee (Number) Nil
EMD (Number) ₹5,00,000 (₹5 Lakh)
Mode of EMD DD/FDR/Banker’s Cheque/NEFT/RTGS
Estimated Cost NA
Start Date of Document Collection 18/09/2025 (18:30 hrs)
Pre-Bid Meeting Date NA
Last Date for Submission 24/09/2025 (17:00 hrs)
Opening Date 25/09/2025 (17:00 hrs)
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