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Tender ID Tender1661
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Tender Brief MSDE Invites RFP for Empanelment of Event Management Agencies for Skill Development Awareness Programmes 2026.
Tender Description Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship invites online proposals for empanelment of agencies for event management, IEC campaigns, awareness programmes and skill development outreach.
Pre-Qualification Criteria

Key Tender Details

Particular

Details

Tender / RFP No.

ME – 17/18/2025

Tender Date / Publishing Date

29.05.2026

Tendering Authority

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India

Division

Media Division

Tender Title

Empanelment of Agencies for Event Management and Awareness Programmes for Skill Development Training

Tender Category

Government Tender

Industry

Event Management, Media, IEC, Skill Development, Awareness Campaigns

Location

New Delhi / Pan-India implementation

Empanelment Period

2 years, extendable by up to 1 year

Number of Agencies Proposed for Empanelment

Around 4–5 agencies

Submission Mode

Online

Submission Portal

Central Public Procurement Portal / eProcure

Estimated Cost

Not mentioned; financial bid not required at empanelment stage

Tender Fee

Nil

EMD

No monetary EMD required at this stage

EMD Mode

Not applicable; Bid Securing Declaration is required

Performance Bank Guarantee

₹5,00,000 Master Empanelment PBG after empanelment

Event-Specific PBG

3% to 5% of work order value, if required during LTE stage

Bid Validity

180 days

Pre-Bid Query Deadline

04.06.2026 up to 16:00 hrs

Pre-Bid Meeting

05.06.2026 at 14:00 hrs

Last Date for Submission

22.06.2026 up to 16:00 hrs

Technical Bid Opening Date

24.06.2026 at 16:30 hrs as per schedule page

Contact for Clarifications

Director, Media, MSDE

Note: One clause in the document appears to mention technical bid opening as 22.06.2026, while the main schedule states 24.06.2026 at 16:30 hrs. Bidders should verify the latest date on the CPPP portal and any corrigendum before submission.

Scope of Work

The selected empanelled agencies will support MSDE in event management and awareness programmes related to skill development training. The scope is indicative and assignment-specific work will be issued later through Limited Tender Enquiry or Request for Quotation among empanelled agencies.

The broad scope includes:

1. Event Logistics and Management

Agencies will be responsible for arrangements such as venues, stages, seating, audio-visual equipment, transportation, hospitality, travel, accommodation, catering and on-ground management for events, exhibitions, workshops and job fairs.

2. Media and IEC Campaigns

The work includes creation and distribution of IEC material such as brochures, posters, banners, pamphlets, booklets, caps, T-shirts, bags, mugs, conference pads, pens and similar campaign material. Agencies may also be required to organise roadshows and outreach drives.

3. Creative Production

Agencies must support production of creative content, including videos, short films, advertisements, digital graphics, animation and multimedia content for publicity and awareness campaigns.

4. Outdoor Branding and Publicity

The empanelled agencies may design and install hoardings, flex banners, signages, wall paintings, LED vans, LED displays, sun boards, digital graffiti and event branding material.

5. Performing Arts and Awareness Activities

The scope may include street plays, nukkad nataks, folk performances, cultural programmes, school/institute competitions, flash mobs and other live awareness programmes.

6. Digital Dissemination

The agencies may support online and social media campaigns, website content development, email/SMS alerts and other digital outreach activities to engage target beneficiaries.

Pre-Qualification Criteria

Agencies must satisfy the mandatory eligibility requirements before being considered for technical evaluation.

Criteria

Requirement

Legal Status

Registered legal entity in India under Companies Act / LLP / Partnership / Proprietary / Society, as applicable

GST and PAN

Valid GST registration and PAN required

Experience

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as on 31.03.2026

Office Presence

Office in Delhi NCR, or affidavit confirming intent to establish an operational office in Delhi NCR after empanelment

Turnover

Minimum average annual turnover of ₹25 crore in event/media/orientation/awareness programme activities during the last three financial years

Net Worth

Positive net worth of at least ₹2 crore in previous financial years

Work Experience

Grassroot-level orientation and awareness campaign experience in the last three financial years

Manpower

Minimum 10 full-time employees with technical expertise and national mobilisation capability

Non-Blacklisting

Agency must not be blacklisted, debarred or suspended by any Central/State Government, PSU, government agency or multilateral agency in the last three financial years

Campaign Samples

Samples of past 5 campaigns such as IEC material, booklet, digital films, creatives, infographics, hoardings, banners or graffiti

Minimum Experience Requirement

The applicant must have experience in grassroot-level orientation and awareness campaigns within the last three financial years and should meet at least one of the following:

Experience Parameter

Requirement

Option 1

At least one individual work order of ₹20 crore or more

Option 2

At least two individual work orders of ₹10 crore or more each

Supporting Documents

Work orders, purchase orders, agreements, client verification reports or similar documents

Financial Criteria

The tender has defined clear financial eligibility requirements for participating agencies.

Financial Criteria

Requirement

Minimum Average Annual Turnover

₹25 crore in event/media/orientation and awareness programme activities

Financial Years Considered

2024–25, 2023–24 and 2022–23

Net Worth Requirement

Positive net worth of at least ₹2 crore

Supporting Documents

Audited financial statements and CA certificate with UDIN

Financial Bid at Empanelment Stage

Not required

Future Financial Bid

To be invited only from empanelled agencies during specific LTE/RFQ stage

Tender Fee and EMD Details

There is no tender fee for this RFPFE. The document can be downloaded from the Central Public Procurement Portal.

No monetary Earnest Money Deposit is required at the technical empanelment stage. Instead, bidders must submit a Bid Securing Declaration along with the technical bid in the prescribed format.

Fee / Security

Details

Tender Fee

Nil

EMD Amount

Nil at empanelment stage

EMD Exemption

Yes, monetary EMD is not required

EMD Mode

Not applicable; Bid Securing Declaration required

Bid Securing Declaration Validity

225 days from the Technical Bid Opening Date

Future EMD

MSDE may ask for monetary EMD during LTE stage for high-value events

Master Empanelment PBG

₹5,00,000 within 15 days from signing of master empanelment contract

Event-Specific PBG

3% to 5% of specific work order value, if required

Technical Evaluation Criteria

Only agencies meeting the eligibility criteria will be evaluated technically. Agencies must score at least 70 marks out of 100 to qualify. The top 4–5 technically ranked agencies may be empanelled.

Evaluation Parameter

Maximum Marks

Relevant Experience in Government / PSU Awareness Campaigns & Events

25

Creative Capability and Innovative Ideas

20

Geographical Presence

15

Financial Strength

25

Manpower and Expertise

15

Total

100

Submission Guidelines

The proposal must be submitted online through the Central Public Procurement Portal before the prescribed deadline. The proposal will include a Pre-Qualification Bid and Technical Proposal. No financial quote or BOQ should be submitted at the empanelment stage. Any proposal containing financial quotes may be rejected.

All pages of the technical proposal should be authenticated by the authorised representative/signatory with stamp. Late submissions will not be accepted.

After opening of bids, MSDE will examine eligibility documents and invite eligible agencies for technical presentations. Agencies scoring 70% or above may be considered technically qualified. The top-ranked agencies will be considered for empanelment, subject to MSDE’s final decision.

Work Allocation After Empanelment

After empanelment, MSDE will issue Limited Tender Enquiries or Requests for Quotation to empanelled agencies whenever specific events or campaigns are planned. The work may be awarded through:

Selection Method

Applicability

QCBS

For creative and concept-driven events requiring theme, 3D design and customised execution

LCS / L-1

For standardised, routine or repetitive logistical requirements

Under QCBS, the expected evaluation ratio may be 70:30 for technical and financial scores, respectively. Under LCS, the lowest overall cost among eligible empanelled agencies may be considered.

Payment Terms

No advance payment will be made. Payments will be released after completion of assigned work and acceptance by MSDE. Payment will be made electronically in Indian Rupees against properly submitted invoices and supporting details. GST will be paid as applicable.

Document Checklist for Bidders

Bidders should prepare and submit the following documents as part of their proposal:

S. No.

Document / Certificate

1

Pre-Qualification Bid covering letter on company letterhead

2

Company registration / incorporation certificate

3

GST registration certificate

4

PAN card copy

5

Registered office address and contact details

6

Delhi NCR office details or affidavit to establish Delhi NCR office after empanelment

7

CA certificate confirming turnover

8

Audited financial statements for relevant financial years

9

CA certificate with UDIN for net worth

10

Work orders / purchase orders / agreements supporting campaign experience

11

Client verification reports from at least two clients

12

Non-blacklisting / non-debarment declaration on prescribed format

13

Bid Securing Declaration as per Annexure-II

14

Undertaking to provide qualified servicing and technical team

15

Undertaking to undertake assignments as per scope of work

16

Labour registration certificate, if applicable

17

EPF registration certificate

18

ESIC registration certificate

19

List of full-time professionals with designation, qualification and experience

20

Agency profile and track record

21

List of major clients handled

22

Details of network, employees, specialist partners and in-house facilities

23

Samples of past 5 campaigns, including IEC material, digital films, creatives, infographics, hoardings, banners or graffiti

24

Technical bid covering letter

25

Authorisation letter / proof for authorised signatory, if applicable

Important Dates

Event

Date and Time

Tender / RFP Date

29.05.2026

Last Date for Pre-Bid Queries

04.06.2026 up to 16:00 hrs

Pre-Bid Meeting

05.06.2026 at 14:00 hrs

Proposal Submission Deadline

22.06.2026 up to 16:00 hrs

Technical Bid Opening

24.06.2026 at 16:30 hrs as per schedule page

 
Minimum Average annual Turnover ₹25 crore
Net Worth Positive
Minimum Experience 3 years
Submission Mode Online
EMD Exemption Yes
Tender Fee (Number) Nil
EMD (Number) N/A
Mode of EMD Not Applicable
Estimated Cost Not mentioned
Start Date of Document Collection 29.05.2026
Pre-Bid Meeting Date 05.06.2026 at 14:00 hrs
Last Date for Submission 22.06.2026 up to 16:00 hrs
Opening Date 24.06.2026 at 16:30 hr
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