Tamil Nadu • Cuddalore

Cuddalore Urism Tourist Places Tourist Packages Accommodation (Hotel/R Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Cuddalore for the post of Senior Counselor. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-08-15

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts2026-08-01
Application Deadline2026-08-15

Essential Educational Qualification

B.Tech / B.E (Engineering), CA / ICWA / CS, Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate, 10th / Matriculation (High School). 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

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-08-15. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). 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), CA / ICWA / CS, Graduate (Bachelor's Degree), Diploma / Technical Certificate, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

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Vendors must register on the GeM portal using a valid Digital Signature Certificate (DSC) and organizational credentials to obtain the necessary procurement tokens for participating in the Cuddalore tourism tender.

2

A pre-bid meeting will be conducted to address technical queries and clarify scope requirements, ensuring all prospective bidders have a uniform understanding of the tourist package and accommodation service standards.

3

Bidders must submit a two-cover system comprising a technical bid with credentials and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring no price details are disclosed within the technical documentation to maintain evaluation integrity.

4

The technical evaluation committee will scrutinize submissions against eligibility criteria, followed by the opening of the commercial BoQ for technically qualified bidders to determine the lowest responsive bidder (L1).

5

Upon successful financial evaluation and approval by the competent authority, a formal Letter of Award (LoA) will be issued to the selected service provider to initiate the contract execution phase.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Cuddalore Urism Tourist Places Tourist Packages Accommodation (Hotel/R Recruitment must satisfy the multi-tiered technical, financial, and statutory qualifying covenants detailed below:

Evaluation BenchmarkMandated Technical & Financial Covenant
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must demonstrate an average annual turnover of at least 30% of the estimated contract value during the last three consecutive financial years, supported by audited balance sheets.
Statutory Benchmark The bidder must provide proof of successful execution of at least one similar project involving tourism management, hospitality, or travel package services for a government or public sector entity.
Statutory Benchmark Mandatory submission of valid GSTIN, PAN, EPF registration, ESI registration, and a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act is required for compliance.
Statutory Benchmark MSMEs and Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover/experience requirements under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, provided they submit valid Udyam or DPIIT registration certificates.

Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees

The contract valuation for Cuddalore tourism services must be determined via a detailed market survey and cost estimation as per GFR 2017. An Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted under Rule 170. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the contract value is required post-award to secure performance. Tender fees should be kept nominal or waived per GeM guidelines to encourage competition. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly capped at 0.5% of the contract value per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10%. These parameters ensure financial discipline, protect the procuring entity against non-performance, and align with standard public procurement practices to mitigate fiscal risk while maintaining transparency in the tourism sector procurement lifecycle.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

All disputes arising from this contract shall be settled through arbitration under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue fixed in Cuddalore. Payments will be processed based on verified milestone achievements rather than upfront lump sums. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of 12 months is applicable to ensure service quality. Furthermore, an Integrity Pact must be signed by both parties to uphold transparency and ethical standards throughout the contract tenure. Compliance with all statutory labor laws and safety regulations remains the sole responsibility of the contractor, ensuring zero liability for the procuring entity.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Cuddalore Urism Tourist Places Tour

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

Unless explicitly stated in the tender document, JVs are generally discouraged; however, if permitted, all partners must meet the cumulative technical and financial criteria.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in the specific format provided in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The standard bid validity period is 120 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.

Is there a price variation clause included in this contract?

No, the contract is based on a fixed-price model. Bidders must account for potential inflation or market fluctuations in their quoted rates at the time of submission.

How are technical evaluation marks assigned to bidders?

Technical evaluation is based on a pass-fail criteria against the defined eligibility standards; no subjective scoring or ranking is applied to the technical bid.

Can an MSME claim exemption from the Performance Bank Guarantee?

No, MSMEs are typically exempted from EMD, but they are generally required to submit the Performance Bank Guarantee to ensure contract performance security.