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Birac Director (Operations) Last Date : 22-Nov-2025 24 Vacancy For Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Birac for the post of Director (Operations) Last Date : 22-Nov-2025 24. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Portal: birac.nic.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
2026-08-20

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-08-20

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-08-20. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Ensure mandatory registration on the Central Public Procurement Portal (CPPP) or Government e-Marketplace (GeM) using a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) for authorized signatories.

2

Participate actively in the pre-bid clarification meeting scheduled by Birac to resolve technical ambiguities regarding recruitment deliverables and evaluation parameters before the stipulated deadline.

3

Prepare and upload the two-cover bid containing comprehensive technical credentials in Cover 1 and the unpriced compliance matrix, strictly avoiding financial figures.

4

Submit the financial bid through the online BoQ module post successful technical qualification, ensuring competitive pricing aligns with market standards for executive recruitment.

5

Acknowledge and formally accept the Letter of Award (LoA) issued by Birac, followed by the timely submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and execution of the formal contract.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Birac Director (Operations) Last Date : 22-Nov-2025 24 Vacancy For Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark Bidders must possess a minimum annual financial turnover of at least 30 percent of the estimated contract value during each of the last three preceding financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark Bidders must demonstrate successful execution of at least three similar executive search or C-suite recruitment projects for central autonomous bodies, PSUs, or premier R and D institutions in the past five years.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and applicable state or central labor licenses to ensure uncompromised regulatory compliance.
Statutory Benchmark Startups and Micro and Small Enterprises (MSMEs) registered with NSIC or Udyam are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to meeting quality standards.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement dossier for the recruitment services of the Birac Director Operations role mandates a rigorous financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. The estimated contract valuation is derived from executive search benchmarks. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) fixed at 2 percent of the estimated value must be submitted alongside the bid via demand draft or bank guarantee to deter frivolous entries. Upon successful awarding, the selected executive search agency or recruitment partner must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value, valid until the completion of the probationary period. A nominal non-refundable tender document fee applies unless exempted under MSME norms. Furthermore, strict liquidated damages (LD) are stipulated at 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the contract value, to ensure timely execution and delivery of the executive recruitment mandate.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The General Conditions of Contract mandate adherence to strict compliance parameters. All disputes arising from the recruitment contract shall be resolved through arbitration in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, with the venue fixed at the procuring entity's headquarters. Payments shall be disbursed strictly on milestone-based billing linked to deliverables such as candidate sourcing, shortlisting, interview facilitation, and final onboarding. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of 90 days applies to candidate retention, requiring replacement without additional cost if the appointee leaves prematurely. Additionally, an Integrity Pact must be executed to maintain absolute transparency and prevent corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Birac Director (Operations) Last Da

Are Joint Ventures (JVs) or Consortiums eligible to bid for this recruitment tender?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid. Only sole proprietary firms, registered partnerships, or registered corporate entities meeting the individual eligibility criteria may participate.

What is the acceptable format and validity period for the Earnest Money Deposit Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India in the prescribed pro forma provided in the tender document, with a minimum validity of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period required under this procurement?

Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum period of 180 days from the last date of bid submission specified in the tender notice.

Is there a Price Variation Clause (PVC) applicable to this contract?

No, the contract price shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure of the agreement, and no escalation on account of statutory tax revisions or inflation will be entertained.

What is the minimum qualifying technical score required to open the financial BoQ?

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 75 marks out of a total of 100 based on the QCBS (Quality Cost Based Selection) evaluation matrix to be considered technically qualified.

Can the closing date for the Birac Director Operations recruitment tender be extended?

Extensions are solely at the discretion of the competent authority at Birac and will be officially notified through a corrigendum published exclusively on the CPPP or GeM portal.