Anchor Industry Partnership Opportunity: ITI Cluster Modernization via PM-SETU Scheme

The Department of Employment and Training (Training Wing), a State Government organization, extends a strategic invitation through an Open Tender (RFP No. 1201/AT1/2026(Madurai)) for eligible Anchor Industry Partners (AIP) to submit their Expressions of Interest (EOI). This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks dynamic partners for the crucial Upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) Scheme. The project, with a duration of 1825 days, is designed to enhance skill development across ITI clusters located in Madurai, Dindigul, Paramakudi, Theni, and Karaikudi. The tender documents became available for download on March 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM, and will remain accessible until July 20, 2026, 11:00 AM. Prospective bidders are encouraged to attend a mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on March 23, 2026, at 11:30 AM, to be held at the Conference Hall, O/o Director of Employment and Training, Alandur Road, Guindy, Chennai 32. Bid submission will commence on March 30, 2026, 4:00 PM, and will close on July 20, 2026, 11:00 AM, with the bids scheduled for opening on the same day at 4:00 PM. A Bid Security (EMD) of ₹40,00,000 is required, although EMD exemption is permissible, and there is no tender fee. Proposals must be submitted online, adhering to a two-cover system comprising Technical/Prequalification and Financial bids. This initiative offers a unique opportunity for industry leaders to significantly contribute to and shape the future of vocational training and national skill-building efforts. For comprehensive details and queries, interested partners should refer to the official tender documents or contact the Additional Director AT at the Office of the Director of Employment and Training, Alandur Road, Guindy, Chennai 32.