Indian Army Manpower Outsourcing Services Tender India - Minimum Wage Skilled Semi-skilled ITI 2026

Tender Overview

The opportunity is issued by the Indian Army under the Department Of Military Affairs for Manpower Outsourcing Services across skill levels including Skilled, Semi-skilled, and ITI/Non-IT categories, with a probable multi-category requirement. The project has an estimated value of ₹5,500,394.29 and an EMD of ₹108,400. Bidders must adhere to MES enlistment requirements or provide equivalent proof, and respond to an optional 25% scope/duration adjustment. The tender emphasizes online submission and a clear separation of documentation in Cover 1. This procurement targets compliant security or support staff under government tender norms, with a focus on statutory registrations and payroll accountability. The absence of a BOQ indicates a service-based contract rather than a goods purchase, with a strong emphasis on labor compliance and wage standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• No product-specific technical specs are listed; the scope centers on manpower outsourcing for minimum wage skilled, ITI, and non-IT categories.
• Key eligibility involves MES enlistment or equivalent, and provision of standard tender documents online.
• Documentation required includes tender application on firm letterhead, enlistment certificate, GST/EPFO/ESIC registrations, and EMD proof.
• For MES-listed bidders: include Work Orders, Annual Turnover certified with UDIN, and audited balance sheets from the same CA. For non-MES bidders: include police clearance, proprietor/director passport copies, and full MES-style works turnover evidence.
• The ATC stresses online submission only and a possible 25% quantity/term adjustment with consent.
• Estimated contract value and EMD figures are explicit, guiding bid planning and risk assessment.

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹108,400; submission via bank instrument or online as per tender rules.
• Variation Clause: quantity/duration can change by up to 25% at tender issuance or post-issuance with consent.
• Delivery/Execution: personnel deployment and payroll settlement are contractor’s responsibility; discontinuities require legal dues clearance.
• Submission: online-only submission; no physical copies accepted.
• Documents: mandatory GST/EPFO/ESIC, police clearance if not MES enlisted, and MES-required works turnover documentation with UDIN.
• Validation: MES enlistment or equivalent eligibility assessment is mandatory; non-enlisted bidders must provide extensive turnover and compliance proofs.
• Warranty/Compliance: contractor must ensure lawful employment settlements and proper documentation for personnel on termination.