Tender Overview

The Department of Employment and Training, Government of Tamil Nadu, has invited proposals to select an Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) to upgrade, operate, and manage a cluster of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under the PM-SETU Scheme.

The project will be implemented under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, using a Hub-and-Spoke cluster framework led by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) jointly established by the selected industry partner and the government.

Tendendum

The selected AIP will support the modernization of ITIs, the introduction of industry-aligned courses, infrastructure upgrades, and improved employment outcomes for trainees.

2. Key Tender Details

3. Important Dates

Pre-Bid Meeting Venue:

Directorate of Employment and Training, Guindy, Chennai.

4. Scope of Work

1. The selected Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) will be responsible for the following key activities:
2. Institutional Development
3. Upgradation of ITI infrastructure including workshops, labs, and digital learning facilities.
4. Introduction of new industry-relevant trades and courses.

Governance and SPV Formation

1. Formation of a Section 8 Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) jointly with Government.
2. AIP will hold 51% share, while Government will hold 49% share.

Academic and Training Improvements

1. Modernization of curriculum aligned with industry needs.
2. Introduction of courses in emerging sectors such as:

Industry Linkages

1. Establish industry partnerships for:

Operations & Management

1. Operation and management of the ITI cluster under the Hub-and-Spoke model.
2. Implementation of a Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for 5 years.

5. Eligibility Criteria

1. Bidders must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Legal Status

1. Eligible bidders include:
2. Industry partners / manufacturing companies
3. Public Sector Undertakings
4. Industry associations
5. Industry-led foundations
6. Academic institutions promoted by industry
7. Consortium of entities (maximum 10 members)
8. All entities must be registered in India under applicable laws.

Statutory Compliance

1. Valid PAN
2. Valid GST Registration (where applicable)

Experience

1. Minimum 5 years of operational experience.

Blacklisting Condition

1. Bidder must not be blacklisted or debarred by any government authority.

Bid Security

1. Mandatory submission of Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).

6. Financial Eligibility Criteria

Average Annual Turnover

1. Minimum ₹1000 Crore average turnover during the last 3 financial years.
2. Consortium condition:
3. Lead member turnover ≥ ₹300 Crore.

Net Worth

1. Minimum ₹300 Crore positive net worth in the preceding financial year.
2. Consortium condition:
3. Lead member net worth ≥ ₹100 Crore.

Employee Strength

1. Minimum 300 employees on payroll as of 31 March 2025.

7. Industry Financial Contribution Requirement

1. The selected bidder must contribute at least 1/6th (16.7%) of the project cost as industry investment.

8. Tender Fee and EMD

EMD Submission Modes

1. Bank Guarantee
2. Demand Draft / Banker’s Cheque
3. Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR)
4. EMD must be submitted in favour of:
5. Assistant Accounts Officer, Department of Employment and Training, Guindy, Chennai.

9. Evaluation Methodology

1. The tender will be evaluated using a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) approach.

Weightage Distribution

Minimum qualifying technical score: 60%.

Tendendum

10. Proposal Submission Guidelines

1. Proposals must be submitted online through the Tamil Nadu e-Tender portal.
2. Technical and Financial proposals must be submitted separately.
3. All documents must be digitally signed by authorized signatory.
4. Scanned copies of required documents must be uploaded with the proposal.

11. Document Checklist

Technical Proposal Documents

1. Certificate of Incorporation / Registration
2. PAN Card
3. GST Registration Certificate
4. EMD Proof
5. Technical Proposal Cover Letter (Form Tech-1)
6. Bidder Details (Form Tech-2)
7. Conflict of Interest Declaration
8. Non-Blacklisting Declaration
9. Financial Capability Certificate
10. Power of Attorney
11. CA Certificate for Employee Strength
12. Strategic Investment Plan (SIP)
13. SIP Implementation Matrix
14. Five-Year Investment Budget

Financial Proposal Documents

1. Source of Funding Details
2. Industry Share Percentage

12. Expected Outcomes

1. The project aims to:
2. Modernize ITIs with industry-standard infrastructure.
3. Introduce future-ready skill programs.
4. Strengthen industry participation in vocational training.
5. Improve employment and apprenticeship opportunities for trainees.