Central Board Of Direct Taxes Manpower Outsourcing Tender 2026 India - Minimum Wage Unskilled/Semi-Skilled Compliance

Tender Overview

The Central Board Of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in India invites bids for Manpower Outsourcing Services covering unskilled (minimum wage) and semi-skilled (minimum wage) admin support. The procurement focuses on outsourced staff deployment at buyer locations with a flexible contract scope governed by 50% quantity or duration variation. The tender requires compliance with World Bank terms where applicable, and bidders must demonstrate stable financial standing, non-liquidation, and consortium capabilities if needed. Notable differentiators include mandatory local office presence in the consignee state, dedicated service support lines, and an escalation matrix to ensure prompt issue resolution. This opportunity targets staffing solutions for government administration with strict governance on wage payments and client-side accountability.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Manpower outsourcing for admin staff (unskilled and semi-skilled) with minimum wage compliance.
• Scope: Quantity/duration may be adjusted up to 50% at contract award and post-issuance; lumpsum adjustments allowed with service provider consent.
• Compliance: World Bank terms applicable where financed; Office presence required in/state of consignee; dedicated toll-free service support; defined escalation matrix.
• Documentation: Bidders must upload certificates, anti-liquidation undertaking, consortium undertakings if forming alliances, and proof of past experience (contracts, invoices, client execution certificates).
• Salary/Payroll: Service provider to pay staff salaries first, then claim reimbursement from Buyer with statutory documents (PF/ESIC) and bank statements.
• Past Experience: Acceptable proofs include contract copies with invoices, client execution certificates, or third-party release notes.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/Deposit: Not explicitly specified; bidders must demonstrate financial standing and avoid liquidation or bankruptcy.
• Consortium: Allowed with one leader; all members hold equal responsibility for contract execution.
• World Bank: Applicable only for WB-funded projects; related special terms apply.
• Local presence: Office of service provider must be located in the state of consignee; documentary evidence required.
• Service/Support: Mandatory dedicated telephone line and escalation matrix for service support; non-compliance may lead to rejection.
• Payment: Salaries paid by service provider upfront; reimbursement claimed from Buyer with statutory documentation.
• Documentation: Upload all required certificates and documents as per Bid Document and ATC/Corrigendum; non-submission may result in rejection.