Cercind Advisor Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Cercind for the post of Advisor. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S To Be Filled Up Be Deputation | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Advisor | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2021-05-27 |
| Advisor | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Step 1: Vendors must complete mandatory registration on the GeM portal and Central Public Procurement Portal using valid Class 3 Digital Signature Certificates for token authentication and system access.
Step 2: Prospective bidders participate in the scheduled pre-bid clarification meeting to submit technical and commercial queries, ensuring complete alignment with Cercind advisory scope requirements.
Step 3: Bidders compile and upload their two-cover bid submission, meticulously separating technical credentials and financial proposals into designated encrypted electronic folders within the portal deadline.
Step 4: Following technical qualification, the commercial BoQ financial bids are publicly opened and evaluated through the portal to determine the lowest responsive evaluated bidder (L1).
Step 5: Cercind issues the formal Letter of Award to the successful L1 bidder, initiating the formal contract signing and PBG submission process within the stipulated timeframe.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Cercind Advisor 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 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. |
| Similar Project Execution Experience | Successful completion of at least three similar advisory or consultancy work orders, each valued not less than 40 percent of the estimated cost, in central or state public sector undertakings. |
| Statutory Licenses and Compliance | Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and applicable labor licenses to ensure absolute adherence to statutory labor and tax laws of India. |
| MSME and Startup Exemptions | Micro and Small Enterprises and recognized Startups are exempted from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, subject to submission of valid Udyam or DPIIT certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement dossier for Cercind Advisor Recruitment establishes rigorous commercial safeguards in alignment with General Financial Rules 2017. The contract valuation reflects realistic market rates for high-level advisory services. To ensure bidder seriousness, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandated. Upon award, a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent must be deposited to secure faultless execution. Tender documents are offered without non-refundable fees where mandated by policy to encourage wider participation. Furthermore, a strict Liquidated Damages (LD) clause enforces a deduction of 0.5 percent of the contract value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent, ensuring stringent adherence to project timelines and mitigating financial risk for Cercind.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
Contract compliance is anchored in General Conditions of Contract adhering to Indian public procurement norms. Any disputes arising shall be resolved amicably, failing which they shall be referred to sole arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1996. Milestone-based billing ensures payments are tied strictly to verifiable deliverables and output approvals. A Defect Liability Period is enforced post-completion to rectify any advisory discrepancies. Additionally, an Integrity Pact is mandated for high-value contracts to maintain transparency, curb corruption, and bind both Cercind and the selected agency to strict ethical standards throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cercind Advisor Recruitment
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No, Joint Ventures and Consortia are not permitted. Only single legal entities meeting all pre-qualification criteria are eligible to submit bids.
The EMD must be submitted via a crossed Demand Draft, Banker Cheque, or Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank in India, valid for a minimum of 45 days beyond the final bid validity period.
Bids must remain valid and open for acceptance by Cercind for a period of not less than 180 days from the scheduled date of technical bid opening.
Unless explicitly specified otherwise in the special conditions of contract, prices quoted shall remain firm and fixed throughout the tenure of the contract without any escalation provisions.
Bidders must secure a minimum technical score of 70 marks out of a total of 100 based on the QCBS evaluation matrix to qualify for the commercial bid opening stage.
Yes, all eligible MSMEs registered with NSIC or Udyam are exempted from paying tender fees and EMD, provided their registration certificate covers the specific service category of the tender.