Bihar Consultant Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Bihar for the post of Consultant. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | PwD | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 94ot06 | 2026-08-05 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Company Secretary for BSBCCL | 2 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Bihar (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Bihar (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Bihar (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Bihar (Tender: General Govern | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | 2016-11-09 |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Step 1: Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and complete mandatory entity registration on the GeM portal and Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) to participate seamlessly in the tendering process.
Step 2: Attend the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting either physically or virtually, submitting formal written queries within the stipulated timeframe to resolve ambiguities regarding the terms of reference.
Step 3: Compile and upload the two-cover bid comprising Cover 1 (Technical credentials, statutory compliance, past experience) and Cover 2 (Financial BoQ) strictly before the designated electronic submission deadline.
Step 4: Participate in the online financial opening of the BoQ for technically qualified bidders whose proposals meet the minimum threshold score specified in the Request for Proposal evaluation criteria.
Step 5: Await final evaluation approval, respond to any post-tender clarifications, and formally accept the Letter of Award (LoA) followed by timely submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and contract execution.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Bihar Consultant Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:
| Evaluation Benchmark | Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant |
|---|---|
| Annual Turnover Criteria | Bidders must possess a minimum average annual financial turnover of at least 30% of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets. |
| Similar Project Execution Experience | Successful completion of at least three similar consultancy or advisory services projects for government departments, public sector undertakings, or autonomous bodies in India over the past seven years. |
| Statutory Licenses and Compliance | Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN registration, Permanent Account Number (PAN), EPF registration, ESI registration, and applicable labor licenses proving unblemished statutory compliance. |
| MSME and Startup Exemptions | Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) and recognized Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and tender fee payment under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to submission of valid Udyam or DPIIT certification. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement dossier for the Bihar Consultant Recruitment contract entails structured financial safeguards aligned with GFR 2017 and GeM guidelines. The contract valuation must be realistically estimated based on prevailing market rates for consultancy services in Bihar. The Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is strictly fixed at 2% of the estimated tender value to deter non-serious bidders, payable via demand draft, bankers cheque, or bank guarantee. Upon successful selection, the awarded agency must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3% to 5% of the total contract value to secure performance obligations through the defect liability period. A nominal non-refundable tender document fee applies where applicable, though exemptions exist for eligible micro and small enterprises. Furthermore, a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause enforces a penalty of 0.5% of the delayed milestone value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10% of the total contract value, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract compliance framework governed by General Conditions of Contract (GCC) ensures robust risk mitigation and project governance. All disputes arising out of or in connection with the consultancy agreement shall be settled amicably through conciliation, failing which they shall be referred to arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue fixed in Patna, Bihar. Payments shall be disbursed strictly against pre-defined milestone billings linked to tangible deliverables and output acceptance. The Defect Liability Period (DLP) mandates ongoing advisory support for rectifying discrepancies up to twelve months post-completion. Additionally, an Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to enforce transparency and ethical standards.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Bihar Consultant Recruitment
Unless explicitly stated otherwise in the Special Conditions of Contract, Joint Ventures are generally discouraged for pure consultancy assignments to maintain individual accountability, though sub-consultancy may be permitted with prior written approval of the procuring entity.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India in favor of the competent authority in Bihar, remaining valid for a period of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.
The submitted bids must remain valid, open, and irrevocable for a minimum period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission, during which the bidder cannot modify or withdraw their proposal.
No, consultancy contracts of this nature are typically executed on a lump-sum or fixed-rate basis where prices remain firm and fixed throughout the duration of the contract, and no price escalation is admissible.
Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of a total 100 marks based on the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or Least Cost System framework defined in the RFP to qualify for financial bid opening.
Failure to submit the PBG within 15 days of issuing the Letter of Award will result in the immediate forfeiture of the EMD, cancellation of the LoA, and blacklisting of the defaulting agency from future Bihar procurements.