Agra Cluster ITI Upgradation: Anchor Industry Partner Selection for PM-SETU Scheme

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**Tender Description: Selection of Anchor Industry Partner for Industrial Training Institute Upgradation under PM-SETU for Agra Cluster, Uttar Pradesh** This tender, initiated by the Vocational Education and Skill Development Department, Uttar Pradesh, and managed by the Directorate of Training and Employment Lucknow, invites qualified entities to submit proposals for the crucial role of Anchor Industry Partner (AIP) for the upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) under the National Scheme PM-SETU for the Agra Cluster in Uttar Pradesh. The bid number for this opportunity is GEM/2026/B/7566153. Interested parties are advised that the bidding period commences on May 20, 2026, at 10:53 PM and concludes on August 17, 2026, at 9:00 PM. A significant Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of ₹61,50,000.00 is required for participation. This milestone-deliverable based consultancy engagement seeks to identify a strategic industry partner to significantly enhance the vocational training ecosystem within the Agra Cluster, aligning with the objectives of the PM-SETU scheme and fostering skill development critical for the region's industrial growth. The Directorate Lucknow, as the office overseeing this process, expects proposals that demonstrate a deep understanding of industry needs, a robust plan for ITI upgradation, and a commitment to long-term collaboration for sustainable skill development in Uttar Pradesh.