ICAR MANPOWER OUTSOURCING TENDER Tamil Nadu 2025 - Minimum Wage Skilled & Labour Licence Compliance

Tender Overview

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education invites bids for manpower outsourcing services in Tamil Nadu, focusing on skilled workers at minimum wage levels with secondary school education and related support roles. The procurement involves a service contract with defined variations and comprehensive statutory compliance, requiring the service provider to handle payroll and statutory filings. A notable bid term allows a contract quantity or duration adjustment up to 25% at issue and post-award, ensuring responsive resourcing. Bidders should prepare for a structured SOW, dedicated service support, and robust documentation in line with buyer conditions. The vendor must meet mandatory registrations and past-experience considerations to qualify, with emphasis on compliance, transparency, and reliable payroll execution. The opportunity is positioned to leverage Tamil Nadu’s state-specific registration requirements and local labour regulations.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No explicit product or service specifications are published in BOQ; tender centers on manpower outsourcing for skilled roles at statutory minimum wage levels.
• Required registrations and documents include: Registration certificate (Tamil Nadu), MSME certificate, Current Labour Licence, PAN, GST, Income Tax Return, EPF/ESI registration, and evidence of annual turnover and experience certificates.
• Payment model requires the service provider to pay salaries first and then claim payment from ICAR, with full PF/ESI documentation and bank statements.
• Eligibility hinges on demonstrated past experience via contract copies, client execution certificates, or third-party release notes.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• Quantity/Duration variation up to 25% at contract issue and post-award.
• Dedicated toll-free support must be available from the bidder/OEM.
• Submission requires multiple certificates; missing certificates may lead to rejection.
• Salary payment arrangement: service provider disburses salaries first; claims reimbursement from ICAR with statutory documents.
• Documents to be provided include GST, PAN, Labour licence, MSME, IT returns, EPF/ESI, turnover proof, and client experience certificates.