Punjab • Bathinda

Bathinda s of Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Bathinda for the post of S Of. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Recruiting Authority
Portal: bathinda.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
20-10-2022
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts20-10-2022
Application Deadline20-10-2022

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / Relevant Discipline as specified in official gazette. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Written Examination -> Typing / Stenography Test -> Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 20-10-2022. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / Relevant Discipline as specified in official gazette. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Written Examination -> Typing / Stenography Test -> Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Bathinda
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Government Post / 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Accountant Grade 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2022-11-07
S Of 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2020-01-31
Bpm 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Active Procurement Tenders by Bathinda
Procurement ScopeEst. ValueEMD AmountClosing Date
Tender Notice - Bathinda (Tender: General Gov Refer Tender Notic 2% Statutory EMD Refer RFP Sched

e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the organization and authorized signatories on the GeM/CPPP portal using valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) to enable secure electronic bid submission and participation in the tendering process.

2

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to seek necessary technical and commercial interpretations, ensuring all prospective bidder queries are formally addressed through published corrigenda.

3

Compile and upload the two-cover bid meticulously, ensuring Cover 1 contains comprehensive technical credentials, statutory compliances, and past experience proofs without revealing any financial figures.

4

Await technical evaluation results and, upon qualification, witness the opening of the Cover 2 commercial Bill of Quantities (BoQ) financial bid on the portal to determine the lowest evaluated bidder.

5

Receive, review, and formally accept the Letter of Award (LoA) issued by the Bathinda procuring entity, followed by timely submission of the PBG and execution of the formal contract agreement.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Bathinda s of Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark Bidders must demonstrate an average annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, backed by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Submission of verifiable past work orders and satisfactory completion certificates for successfully executing similar large-scale recruitment or manpower management projects for government or public sector entities.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and a valid Labor License under the applicable provisions of Indian labor laws and taxation frameworks.
Statutory Benchmark Exemptions for Earnest Money Deposit and turnover criteria shall be applicable strictly to registered MSMEs and Startups in accordance with Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement dossier for the Bathinda recruitment services contract mandates strict adherence to the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017 and GeM framework. The contract valuation is established through rigorous market estimation to prevent under-bidding. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2 percent of the estimated cost is mandatory to filter non-serious bidders, accepted via safe banking instruments. Upon successful award, the selected agency must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to secure performance obligations. Tender document fees are structured transparently, aligning with digital procurement rules. Finally, a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause enforces a penalty of 0.5 percent of the contract value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent, ensuring timely and flawless execution of recruitment milestones.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract enforces strict adherence to General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Dispute resolution shall be strictly governed through arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, with an arbitrator mutually appointed by both parties. Payments will follow milestone-based billing linked directly to verified deliverables and recruitment stages. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is enforced to rectify any procedural or operational anomalies post-execution. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure absolute transparency, prohibiting corrupt practices, bribery, and collusive behavior throughout the lifecycle of the procurement engagement.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Bathinda s of Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums allowed to participate in this recruitment tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are strictly prohibited from bidding to maintain direct accountability and ensure single-entity prime contractor responsibility.

What is the acceptable format and validity requirement for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, favoring the competent authority at Bathinda, and must remain valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the mandatory bid validity period from the date of technical opening?

All submitted bids must remain valid, irrevocable, and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 120 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Is a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable during the tenure of this contract?

No, the quoted financial rates shall remain firm, fixed, and binding throughout the entire duration of the contract, including any approved extensions, with no provision for escalation.

What is the qualifying benchmark score in the technical evaluation phase?

Bidders must secure a minimum qualifying technical score of 70 marks out of 100 based on the defined evaluation matrix before their financial bids are eligible for opening.

Can micro and small enterprises claim exemption from tender document fees?

Yes, MSEs registered with NSIC or Udyam portal are exempt from paying tender document fees and EMD, subject to submission of valid, current registration certificates.