Cotcorp S ON DIRECT RECRUITMENT BASIS Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Cotcorp for the post of S On Direct Recruitment Basis. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
B.Tech / B.E (Engineering). 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 | 2023-02-28 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 60,114 - Rs. 19, | 2026-03-05 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Recruitment Final | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Cotcorp (Tender: General Gove | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Cotcorp (Archived Tender / Bi | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Cotcorp (Archived Tender / Bi | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Cotcorp (Archived Tender / Bi | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Bidders must ensure valid Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and register on the CPPP or GeM portal to obtain necessary authentication tokens for secure participation in the recruitment tender process.
A mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting will be conducted to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and eligibility concerns, ensuring all prospective bidders have a uniform understanding of the recruitment requirements.
Bidders must submit a two-cover bid system comprising a technical proposal detailing recruitment methodology and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring no price information is disclosed within the technical cover.
Following technical evaluation, the financial bids of only the technically qualified bidders will be opened on the portal to determine the L1 bidder based on the lowest quoted service cost.
The procuring entity will issue a formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, marking the commencement of the contract period upon acceptance and submission of the required PBG.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Cotcorp S ON DIRECT RECRUITMENT BASIS Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:
| Evaluation Benchmark | Mandated Technical & Financial Covenant |
|---|---|
| Statutory Benchmark | The bidder must demonstrate an average annual 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 | Bidders must provide proof of executing at least three similar recruitment projects for Central or State PSUs or Government organizations within the last five years to ensure domain expertise. |
| Statutory Benchmark | Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License is required to ensure full statutory compliance under Indian labor and tax laws. |
| Statutory Benchmark | MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior turnover and experience criteria as per Rule 170 of GFR 2017 and the Public Procurement Policy, subject to valid registration certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The procurement for recruitment services by Cotcorp requires a rigorous financial framework aligned with GFR 2017. The contract valuation must be determined based on the estimated volume of candidates and service complexity. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted per Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value is required from the successful bidder to safeguard against non-performance. Tender document fees, if applicable, must be non-refundable and submitted via e-payment. The contract will incorporate a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, stipulating a deduction of 0.5 percent of the contract value per week of delay, capped at a maximum of 10 percent of the total contract value, ensuring timely delivery of recruitment milestones and service level agreement adherence.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract shall be governed by the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with disputes settled through sole arbitration in the jurisdiction of the procuring entity. Billing will be milestone-based, linked to successful candidate onboarding and verification completion. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to recruitment quality, during which the agency must address discrepancies in candidate credentials. An Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to ensure transparency and prevent corrupt practices. All services must strictly adhere to the General Financial Rules (GFR) 2017, ensuring accountability and value for money throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cotcorp S ON DIRECT RECRUITMENT BAS
Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless specifically mentioned in the NIT; however, consortiums may be permitted if they meet the cumulative technical and financial eligibility criteria.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be submitted in the standard format provided in the tender document, issued by a scheduled commercial bank, and remain valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity.
The standard bid validity period is 180 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.
No, the contract is based on fixed rates for the duration of the agreement, and no price escalation is permitted unless explicitly stated in the special conditions of contract.
Technical evaluation is based on a Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) or a pass-fail criteria, where bidders must score a minimum threshold to qualify for the financial opening.
Yes, preference is given to Class-I local suppliers as per the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order, 2017, subject to the defined local content requirements.