Archaeological Survey Of India manpower outsourcing tender 2026 Jaipur Rajasthan minimum wage unskilled semi-skilled

Tender Overview

The Archaeological Survey Of India (ASI) invites bids for manpower outsourcing services at minimum wage levels for unskilled and semi-skilled personnel, as part of ASI procurement initiatives. The scope covers staffing at ASI locations, with contract terms allowing quantity or duration adjustments up to 25% and an emphasis on local service capability. Documented evidence for service availability, dedicated support channels, and an escalation matrix are required. Past experience proof and submission of required certificates are mandatory for bid consideration. The procurement emphasizes compliance, timely salary payment by the service provider, and security deposits via PBG or DD as specified by GeM rules. Location details and exact value are not disclosed in the data provided, highlighting the need for bidders to verify site-specific requirements during bid preparation.

Key differentiators include explicit 25% scope adjustment, dedicated local support, and mandatory salary payment responsibility borne by the service provider prior to claiming reimbursement. Unique clauses stress documentary evidence for office presence in the consignee state and adherence to supplier escalation protocols. The tender aligns with ASI’s mandate to source compliant, locally available manpower while ensuring statutory compliance and robust post-award support.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product/Service: Manpower outsourcing for unskilled and semi-skilled workers under minimum wage norms
• Workforce categories: Unskilled (high school), Semi-skilled (high school)
• Service provider requirements: Local office in consignee state; dedicated toll-free support; escalation matrix
• Documentation: Certificates, past project experience, and proof of capability to deploy personnel
• Payment model: Salaries paid by service provider first; reimbursement from ASI with statutory documents (PF/ESIC)
• EMD/PBG: DD acceptable as security; DD to be sent to S.A., ASI, DELHI CIRCLE; delivery of hard copy within 15 days of award
• Contract flexibility: 25% quantity/duration adjustment; lumpsum scope adjustments allowed with consent
• Compliance: Upload all bid certificates and respond to ATC/Corrigendum requirements

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD/PBG: DD acceptable; security deposit to be provided per GeM terms; DD payable at NEW DELHI
• Salary payments: Service provider must pay salaries/wages to staff deployed at the buyer location first
• Experience proof: Contract copies, invoices, execution certificates, or third-party notes
• Local presence: Office of service provider must be located in the state of consignee with documentary evidence
• Documentation: All required certificates and bid documents must be uploaded; non-compliance leads to rejection
• Payment terms: Reimbursement aligned with statutory documents and bank statements; timeline to be governed by contract
• Penalties: Not specified in data; standard GeM terms may apply; ensure compliance with escalation and service levels