On-Premises Multi-Language AI/ML Translation Model Development for Examination Content

Work Description - Rfp For Development, Optimization And Delivery Of On-premises Multi-language Ai/ml Translation Models For&#x0d Examination Content

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC), a Central Government Ministry/Department, is inviting open tenders for the Development, Optimization, and Delivery of On-Premises Multi-Language AI/ML Translation Models for Examination Content. This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks comprehensive solutions within the Information Technology Services product category. The tender process, identified by Tender ID 2026_SSC_925144_1 and Tender Reference Number HQ-QB012/21/2026-QB, is structured with two covers: the first for Fee/PreQual/Technical proposals in PDF format, and the second for Financial proposals in XLS format. Bidders must comply with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) form of contract. The tender documents are available for download from September 7, 2026, 05:00 PM, until October 12, 2026, 03:55 PM. Bids can be submitted starting from September 24, 2026, 11:00 AM, with a firm deadline of October 12, 2026, 03:55 PM. The bid opening is scheduled for October 13, 2026, 04:00 PM, at the SSC (HQ), Block No. 12 CGO Complex, Pincode 110003, where the Joint Director R and A presides. A significant Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹48,00,000 is required, payable to DDO at SSC HQ, with options for EMD through Bank Guarantee or Sterling, and exemption allowed. The bid validity period is 180 days. While clarification start and end dates are provided as September 7, 2026, 06:00 PM, and September 17, 2026, 06:00 PM respectively, no pre-bid meeting is scheduled. All potential bidders classified under "ALL" are eligible to participate.