Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM) invites request for proposals (RFP) for selection of a Consultancy Firm for the State Project Monitoring Unit (SPMU) under the “Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation Through Upgraded ITIs” (PM-SETU) in Bihar.
Objective of the Assignment
The objective of this assignment is to engage a Consultancy Firm as the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) to support the State Project Monitoring Unit (SPMU) in implementing the “Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs” (PM-SETU). The PMC will provide technical, analytical, and project management support to the State, assist in monitoring and coordination with stakeholders, and ensure timely, compliant, and outcome-oriented implementation of the scheme.
Scope of Services
The Consultancy Firm, engaged as the Project Management Consultancy (PMC), shall provide end-to-end technical, managerial, and coordination support to the State Project Monitoring Unit (SPMU) for effective implementation of the “Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs” (PM SETU) Scheme. The scope of services shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Planning and Implementation Support:
- Develop a methodology for the selection of ITIs for upgradation, ensuring alignment with the local economic context and the State’s vision, while maintaining balanced geographical and sectoral coverage.
- Support the State in the preparation of a comprehensive Five-Year Implementation Plan for the scheme, detailing timelines, deliverables, milestones, and monitoring indicators.
- Assist in the formation and operationalization of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), including the preparation of necessary agreements such as shareholding Agreements, License Agreements, Memoranda of Association (MoA), and Risk Sharing Frameworks.
- Institutional Handholding and Coordination:
- Provide continuous handholding support to SPVs for the implementation of approved projects and act as the interface between the State Directorate and SPVs
- Facilitate industry collaboration and develop frameworks to enhance industry participation in ITI upgradation.
- Serve as the communication channel between the State, Industries, DGT, NSTIs, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Support state in overall implementation and coordination of scheme.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:
- Establish project baselines, key performance indicators (KPIs), and monitoring frameworks to track progress, deviations, and performance objectives.
- Support data collection, validation, and regular reporting to States/ National PMU (NPMU) as per predefined metrics.
- Conduct periodic performance and viability analysis, recommend corrective actions, and facilitate project review exercises.
- Provide support to the Independent Monitoring Agency (IMA) and Independent Verification Agency (IVA) for effective monitoring and verification of the scheme’s KPI/DLIs during implementation.
- Financial and Procurement Management:
- Support the State in preparing annual financial plans, budget monitoring, and expenditure tracking.
- Coordinate and support external audits, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and timely follow up on audit observations.
- Assist the State in developing procurement policies, preparing RFP documents, and implementing procurement planning systems in accordance with financial management guidelines.
- Capacity Building and Knowledge Management:
- Develop capacity building plan, disseminate knowledge and best practices through structured meetings, training programs, and workshops with stakeholders.
- Facilitate learning sessions for SPVs and ITIs to enhance implementation efficiency, quality, and long term sustainability.
- Grievance Redressal and Change Management:
- Provide grievance redressal support for implementation agencies and monitor the resolution process to ensure timely action.
- Recommend program improvements using change management approaches and document best practices for replication and scaling.
- The Consultancy Firm shall undertake any additional assignments that may be specified by the State Government from time to time, provided such assignments are aligned with the objectives of the Scheme and the agreed scope of services.
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Eligibility:
- The bidder must be a legally registered entity in India and have been in existence for a minimum of seven (7) years as on the last date of submission of proposal and should fall under one of the following categories: LLP/ Registered Company/ Partnership Firm
- The bidder must have valid and active registrations for: GSTIN, PAN, PF and ESIC Registrations, Income Tax Returns for previous three (3) Financial Years (FY 2022-23,23-24 and 24-25)
- The bidder must not be under blacklist or debarred by any government department or their agencies/undertakings, public sector undertaking, or multilateral agency as on the date of bid submission.
- The bidder should have minimum average annual turnover of Rs. 100 Crore in the previous three (3) financial years of FY 2022-23, FY 2023-24 & FY 2024-25 and the bidder must have positive net worth in these financial years viz. 2022-23, FY 2023-24 & FY 2024-25, as evidenced by audited financial statements
- The bidder must have minimum 100 fulltime professionals on its payroll.
- The bidder must have demonstrated experience in consulting, advisory services, or program management support for Government programs.
Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):
An EMD of Rs. 20,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty Lakh) to be paid through e-payment mode only
Contract Period
The contract shall be valid for an initial period of three (3) years from the date of signing or till the completion of the Project, whichever is earlier. It may be extended for a further period of up to two (2) additional years or closure of the project, granted on a yearly basis. Such extensions are subject to satisfactory performance and the sole discretion of Client, based on the mutually agreed Terms and Conditions.
Last date for submission:
10 August 2026, 03:00 PM IST
