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Project Coordinator Qualitative Lead Temporary P 5510 Walk in Interview Held

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Project Coordinator Qualitative Lead Temporary P 5510 Walk in Interview Held administered by CAU Authority (West Bengal).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: CAU Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: West Bengal

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Abstract of Cost to TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Addendum Dated to the Request for Proposal RFP	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Addendum for Online Financial Bid of Fruits and Vegetables Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Addendum Regarding TENDER for Supply of Hardware Articles	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Project Coordinator Qualitative Lead Temporary P 5510 Walk in Interview Held?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from CAU Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain cau.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

Obtain a valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate and complete mandatory vendor registration on the GeM 4.0 portal and Central Public Procurement Portal using authorized corporate credentials.

Participate actively in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit written queries regarding terms of reference and seek requisite amendments from the CAU Authority procurement cell.

Compile and upload the two-cover technical bid comprising pre-qualification credentials, statutory compliance certificates, and detailed methodology without revealing any financial figures.

Wait for the technical evaluation summary and witness the online opening of the commercial Bill of Quantities for technically qualified bidders meeting all stipulated eligibility benchmarks.

Receive the formal Letter of Award from CAU Authority, furnish the required Performance Bank Guarantee, and execute the final contract agreement within the stipulated timeframe.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Project Coordinator Qualitative Lead Temporary P 5510 Walk in Interview Held must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation Benchmark	Mandated 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, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark	Submission of verifiable past work orders and satisfactory completion certificates demonstrating successful execution of similar qualitative research or project coordination mandates within government entities.
Statutory Benchmark	Mandatory possession of valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, Permanent Account Number, EPF, ESI, and valid Labor License applicable under Indian statutory jurisdictions.
Statutory Benchmark	Eligible Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are granted exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid UDYOG/DPIIT certification.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The procurement for Project Coordinator Qualitative Lead Temporary P 5510 Walk in Interview Held under CAU Authority involves rigorous commercial parameters governed by GFR 2017. Based on the estimated contract valuation, the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) is strictly fixed at 2 percent, acting as a security against withdrawal of bids. Upon successful award, the selected agency must furnish a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging between 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value to safeguard against execution defaults. The tender document fee is non-refundable, aligning with standard public procurement guidelines to filter out non-serious bidders. Furthermore, Liquidated Damages (LD) are explicitly factored into the contract at 0.5 percent of the delayed milestone value per week, subject to a maximum ceiling of 10 percent of the aggregate contract value, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and deliverables.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

All disputes arising out of or in connection with the contract shall be resolved amicably, failing which they shall be referred to a sole arbitrator appointed by CAU Authority in accordance with the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996, with proceedings held in English. Milestone billing shall be tied to specific, verifiable deliverables outlined in the scope of work. The Defect Liability Period shall extend for twelve months from the date of final project sign-off. Additionally, an Integrity Pact shall be executed to ensure transparency, competitive fairness, and elimination of corrupt practices throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Project Coordinator Qualitative Lea

Are Joint Ventures or Consortiums eligible to bid for this temporary project coordinator role?

No, Joint Ventures and Consortiums are not permitted to bid for this specialized individual-equivalent institutional support contract to maintain direct accountability and quality control.

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 favor of CAU Authority, remaining valid for a minimum of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.

What is the mandatory bid validity period required under this tender?

All submitted bids must remain valid and open for acceptance by CAU Authority for a period of not less than 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.

Does this contract incorporate a Price Variation Clause for inflation adjustments?

No, the contract prices quoted shall remain firm and fixed throughout the entire duration of the project engagement, with no provision for price escalation due to statutory or market variations.

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

Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of 100 based on evaluated parameters such as past experience, methodology, and team credentials to qualify for commercial opening.

Can MSMEs registered outside the home state of CAU Authority claim exemption from tender fees?

Yes, valid MSEs registered on the UDYAM portal are exempt from tender document fees and EMD as per prevailing Ministry of MSME guidelines, regardless of their geographical location within India.