Pre-Qualification Criteria
Key Tender Details
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Particular
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Details
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Bid Number
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GEM/2026/B/7636506
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Tender / Bid Publishing Date
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09 June 2026
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Buyer / Organisation
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Indian Army
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Ministry / Department
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Ministry of Defence, Department of Military Affairs
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Tender Category
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Government Tender
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Industry
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Education, Skill Development, Professional Training, Data Science & AI
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Item Category
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Professional Training Services (Version 2) – Online
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Estimated Bid Value
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₹6,56,850 inclusive of taxes
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Contract Period
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6 months and 4 days
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Course Requirement
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Professional Certificate in Advanced Analytics with AI, ML and Data Science
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Number of Trainees
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1
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Training Mode
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Online Instructor-Led Training
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Course Level
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Advanced
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Certification
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Yes, OEM / University Certificate
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Evaluation Method
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Total value-wise evaluation
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Type of Bid
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Two Packet Bid
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Reverse Auction
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No
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Bid Offer Validity
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30 days from bid end date
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Location / Consignee Reference
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Sagar
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Financial Price Breakup
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Required
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Scope of Work
The selected bidder will provide an online professional certification course developed by an elite global university with QS ranking up to 100. The course should be for a minimum duration of 26 weeks and must cover Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science.
Major Scope Components
- Course Development and Delivery
The course must be delivered through a suitable Learning Management System with online lectures, quizzes, assignments and discussion forums. The course content should be current, industry-aligned and delivered by qualified faculty members or experienced industry experts.
- Learner Support
The service provider/university partner must provide basic learner support through the LMS, including Q&A support and email support for technical issues.
- Assessment and Certification
The university must design and administer assessments such as exams, projects or other evaluation methods. After successful completion, the learner must receive a valid digital certificate with proper credentials from the elite global university.
- Communication and Reporting
Regular communication channels must be maintained with the client for course delivery updates, learner progress, completion status and feedback reporting.
- Payment Terms
Payment will be made in Indian Rupees and will be processed on confirmation of admission to the course.
Indicative Course Topics
The course should include, but may not be limited to, the following topics:
- Introduction to Data Science
- Probability, Distributions, Risk and Uncertainty
- Correlation and Clustering
- Linear Regression and Logistic Regression
- Collaborative Filtering
- Linear, Integer, Nonlinear and Discrete Optimization Models
- Case Studies including Sponsored Internet Search Advertising and Large-Scale Optimization
- Classification and Regression Trees
- Ensemble Learning
- Fairness and Bias in Data-Driven Predictions
- Neural Networks
- Natural Language Processing
- Model Interpretability and Causality
- Data, Models and Decisions
- Leading Digital Transformations
Pre-Qualification Criteria
Bidders should be capable of delivering an online advanced-level certification programme in Data Analytics, AI, ML and Data Science through an eligible university/training partner. The certificate must be associated with an elite global university.
The bidder must also submit the required experience and turnover documents. Where exemption is claimed under MSE or Startup provisions, supporting documents must be uploaded for buyer evaluation.
Eligibility Criteria
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Criteria
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Requirement
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Minimum Average Annual Turnover
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₹5 lakh for the last 3 years
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Minimum Experience
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2 years in same or similar services
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Past Experience of Similar Services
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Required
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MSE Relaxation
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Yes, complete relaxation for experience and turnover as per applicable GeM conditions
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Startup Relaxation
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Yes, complete relaxation for experience and turnover as per applicable GeM conditions
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MSE Purchase Preference
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Yes
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Purchase Preference Margin
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L1 + 15%
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Maximum Quantity / Amount for MSE Purchase Preference
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100%
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Bidder Financial Standing
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Bidder should not be under liquidation, court receivership or similar proceedings and should not be bankrupt
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Net Worth Requirement
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Not specifically mentioned in the bid document
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Similar Work Experience Requirement
The bidder must have completed similar services during the prescribed period. The GeM bid provides the following acceptable experience combinations:
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Option
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Similar Completed Work Requirement
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Option 1
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Three similar completed services, each costing not less than 40% of the estimated cost
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Option 2
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Two similar completed services, each costing not less than 50% of the estimated cost
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Option 3
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One similar completed service costing not less than 80% of the estimated cost
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Based on the estimated bid value of ₹6,56,850, the indicative value thresholds are:
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Requirement
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Approximate Value
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40% of Estimated Cost
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₹2,62,740
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50% of Estimated Cost
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₹3,28,425
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80% of Estimated Cost
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₹5,25,480
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Financial Criteria
The bidder must have a minimum average annual turnover of ₹5 lakh during the last three financial years. Documentary proof such as audited balance sheets or certificate from a Chartered Accountant / Cost Accountant should be uploaded.
A financial document indicating price breakup is required. The evaluation will be done on total value-wise basis.
Tender Fee, EMD and ePBG Details
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Particular
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Details
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Tender Fee
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Not mentioned / Nil as per available bid document
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EMD Required
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No
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EMD Amount
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Not applicable
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EMD Exemption
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Not applicable because EMD is not required
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Mode of EMD
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Not applicable
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ePBG Required
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Yes
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ePBG Percentage
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5%
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ePBG Duration
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6 months
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Advisory Bank for ePBG
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State Bank of India
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Important Dates and Deadlines
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Event
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Date / Time
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Tender Publishing Date
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09 June 2026
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Pre-Bid Meeting Date
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Not mentioned
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Bid Submission Closing Date
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13 June 2026, 04:00 PM
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Bid Opening Date
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13 June 2026, 04:30 PM
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Bid Offer Validity
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30 days from bid end date
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Technical Clarification Time During Evaluation
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2 days
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Submission Guidelines
Bidders must submit their bids online through the GeM portal against Bid No. GEM/2026/B/7636506. The tender follows a two-packet bid system, which means technical and financial submissions should be made separately as per GeM requirements.
Bidders should ensure that all eligibility documents, turnover documents, experience certificates and OEM/university authorization-related documents are uploaded before the bid closing time. The financial bid must include the required price breakup. Bidders claiming exemption under MSE or Startup provisions must upload valid supporting documents.
Bidders should also ensure that no price-related information is included in the technical bid. All price information should be submitted only in the financial bid section.
Document Checklist
Bidders should keep the following documents ready for submission:
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Document
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Required / Applicable
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GeM Seller Registration Details
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Required
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Experience Criteria Documents
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Required
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Work Orders / Contracts for Similar Services
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Required
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Completion Certificates / Performance Proof
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Required, if available
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Bidder Turnover Documents
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Required
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Audited Balance Sheets / CA Certificate
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Required
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OEM / University Authorization Certificate
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Required
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OEM Annual Turnover Document
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Required
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Undertaking for Financial Standing / Non-Bankruptcy
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Required
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MSE / Udyam Certificate
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Required if claiming MSE benefit
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DPIIT Startup Certificate
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Required if claiming Startup relaxation
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Financial Price Breakup
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Required
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Course Details / Brochure
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Recommended
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Proof of University Ranking / Association
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Recommended
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Certification Sample / Certificate Credential Details
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Recommended
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LMS Delivery Methodology
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Recommended
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Learner Support and Reporting Plan
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Recommended
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ePBG Documents
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Required after award / as applicable
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