JRDA Invites RFP for Residential Skill Training in Jharkhand

The Deputy Commissioner-cum-Dy. CEO, JRDA, Dhanbad invites proposals RFP for Selection of an Agency for Residential Skill Development Training Program in Multiple Trades under JRDA at Belgaria Township, Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

Objective:

The primary objective of this RFP is to select a competent and experienced Training Agency to implement a Residential Skill Development Training Program in the trades of Beauty Therapist, General Assistant Trainee, CCTV installation technician, Two Wheeler service technician at Belgaria Township, Dhanbad, Jharkhand.

The program aims to:

Enhance employability of youth in Belgaria Township & 81 most vulnerable sites by equipping them with industry-relevant technical and soft skills.
Reduce unemployment, underemployment, and poverty by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities through skill-based training.
Bridge the skill gap in key sectors, aligning with local industry demand and government priorities.
Strengthen the skill ecosystem in Dhanbad by increasing residential training capacity and ensuring access for candidates from remote or disadvantaged backgrounds.
Achieve placement of at least 960 trained youth over a period of two (2) years, with scope for higher outcomes.
Support policy formulation and monitoring by providing data and feedback to the district administration on skill development outcomes and quality standards.

Course Length and Coverage

The selected Training Agency shall conduct skill development courses for a period of two (02)years, targeting not less than 120 beneficiaries per cycle in every quarter, resulting in a minimum outreach of 960 beneficiaries.

The duration of the project shall be for 2 years and may be extended one additional year depending on the requirement of the township under Jharia Master plan 2.0.

Target Beneficiary Profile

Age Group: 18–35 years.
Social Category: For all with Priority to SC, ST, OBC, and EWS.
Geographical Coverage and Target Group:
- The target population for this measure will be prioritized in a phased approach,
- Beginning with the residents of Belgaria and Karamatand (Non BCCL) township.
- The scope will be extended to include Non-LTH and LTH families residing at the 81 most vulnerable sites identified under the revised Jharia Master Plan (JMP) across Dhanbad.
- If the required target remains unmet, the coverage will be further expanded to encompass Non-LTH and LTH families of the remaining fire and subsidence sites covered under the 595 total sites (which includes the 81 most vulnerable).
- Finally, if the target is still not achieved after covering all preceding groups, the scope will be broadened to include the host population located near Belgaria Township and Karmatand Township, specifically those within a 0 to 5 Km radius.

Sectors Covered:

Beauty and wellness
Healthcare
Electronics
Automotive

Eligibility Criteria:

An applicant must be a legal entity in the form of Private Limited Company/ Public Limited Company/ LLP/ Company registered under Sec 8/ Society/ NGO/ Trust with minimum legal existence of 5 years as on the date of application.
Bidder should be registered as a Training partner with NSDC.
Should have GST Number
Should have a valid PAN Number
The Bidder should have average turnover of minimum INR 05 Cr last 3 Financial years.
The bidder should have availability of certified trainers and placement partnership commitments
The Bidder must have a minimum of 5 (Five) years of experience in implementing Government sponsored Skill Development Programs (Central/State/PSU & Others)

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Scope of Work

The Selected bidder will be responsible for delivering following scope of work under the project: –

Adherence to NSQF Standards: The Bidder will ensure that all training and certification programs are aligned with NSQF- approved Qualification packs.
Mobilization & Enrollment:
- Conduct awareness campaigns in target areas for mobilization of eligible candidates.
- Ensure enrollment as per eligibility criteria.
- Maintain transparency in selection and maintain proper documentation of trainees.
- Selection of candidates be done in consultation of JRDA to ensure maximum participation from PAF (family from mining affected areas).
Training Infrastructure
- Set up or utilize existing residential training facilities at Belgaria Township in Dhanbad district.
- The Training Infrastructure shall be as per JSDM norms as specified in the Jharkhand Skill Development Mission (JSDM) Guidelines.
- Ensure availability of adequate classrooms, labs, tools, and equipment, furniture, and ICT facilities as per sector skill council (SSC) norms.
- Provide safe and hygienic hostel accommodation, healthy and nutrient rich meals, and other basic amenities. (3-times food, 1-time snacks)
Trainers & Staff
- Deploy qualified and certified trainers as per SSC norms.
- Maintain appropriate trainer–trainee ratio as per SSC norms.
- Provide periodic capacity building and monitoring for trainers.
Training & Residential Management
- The location of the training center will be at Phase 4 in Belgaria Township, Dhanbad, Jharkhand.
- Manage hostel, mess and boarding facilities with proper safety, hygiene, uniforms, bedding, supervision etc. of highest quality possible.
- Ensure separate accommodation for male and female trainees.
- Provide round-the-clock wardens and basic healthcare/emergency support.
- The bidders are advised to visit and examine the site of work and its surroundings and obtain all information that may be necessary for preparing the bid. The cost of site of visit and collection of any site data is to be borne totally by the bidder and no claim for this expenditure will be entertained by JRDA.
Assessment and Certification
- Coordinate with the respective Sector Skill Council (SSC) for third-party assessment and certification.
- Ensure all successful trainees receive NSDC/SSC-recognized certificates.
- The Training Service Provider shall ensure that all training programs are conducted in compliance with NSDC and relevant Sector Skill Council (SSC) standards, norms, and guidelines.
Placement & Post-Training Support
- Successful Placement: A candidate achieves a successful placement if they secure employment and maintain continuous employment for at least six months and also, that would only be counted as retention target, or if, following a dropout from the initial job, the selected bidder assists them in securing a new job within 45 days of the dropout. Filling a vacancy that arose from a dropout with a previously unplaced candidate shall be considered a successful placement.
- A Placement Monitoring Cell will be established, consisting of members from both the Selected Bidder and the JRDA. This Cell will be responsible for continuous monitoring of both placed and unplaced students for a period of three years.
- The post-training support efforts are measured by a strict retention target: The successful placement should be 70% of the total students at the end of the one-year monitoring period (Six months of Placement monitoring and Six Months of status Monitoring).
- Maintain tie-ups and exposure visit with industries or partners, service centers, and employers in the relevant skill sector.
Dropout Management:
- Counselling: The selected Bidder must provide counselling to the student who drops out, 2.7.4.2. Re-placement Avenues: The Bidder must provide different avenues for re-placement for a period of at least six months from the date of the student’s initial placement.
- Training Service Provider Responsibilities: Mobilization, Placement & Tracking, and SSC Assessment & Certification.
- Submit placement records with supportive documents (offer letter, salary slips, etc.)
Monitoring Cell
- A one-year monitoring and tracking of all candidates shall be carried out after placement, comprising 6 months of placement tracking as defined under the Scope of Work in Clause 2.7, followed by an additional 6 months of monitoring of the candidates’ subsequent status.
Reporting & MIS
- Maintain all records digitally through MIS (attendance, assessments, placement data, etc.)
- Submit Fortnightly progress reports to the JRDA/Department.
- Allow inspection and audit by officials or third-party evaluators.
Branding and Communication
- Ensure visibility of JRDA/Department/Government logos at all training and residential centers.
- Follow branding guidelines issued by the District Administration or Government of Jharkhand

Role and Responsibility

This training will be residential. Consequently, the selected bidder must arrange for morning breakfast, lunch and dinner along with nutritious refreshments in evening for the trainees, along with all other accommodation facilities.
The selected bidder must provide Center/State recognized certificates to the candidates.
Agencies shall be eligible to claim post –placement support (PPS) only after submitting complete details of successfully placed candidates who have completed six months of employment and are eligible for three months of PPS. The details shall include employee information, location, month of work, bank account number, and the date of PPS credit.
The selected bidder shall be responsible to follow other Acts like Labor Act etc.