Darjeeling of Protection Officer Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Darjeeling for the post of Additional District Magistrate (Dev) Darjeeling. 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
Personal Interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-08-20 |
| Al Mapping For Epic Municipal General Electio | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-01-19 |
| Al Mapping For Epic Municipal General Electio | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-01-05 |
| Al Mapping For Epic Municipal General Electio | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-06-11 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Darjeeling (Tender: General G | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Darjeeling (Tender: General G | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Darjeeling (Tender: General G | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Darjeeling (Tender: General G | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Register the procuring entity on the GeM portal or CPPP, ensuring the digital signature certificate is mapped to the authorized signatory for secure tender publication and document hosting.
Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries from prospective bidders, ensuring all amendments or clarifications are uploaded as corrigenda to maintain transparency and fair competition.
Implement a two-cover system where bidders submit technical credentials in the first envelope and financial quotes in the second, ensuring technical evaluation precedes the opening of financial bids.
Execute the commercial BoQ financial opening for technically qualified bidders only, determining the L1 vendor based on the lowest evaluated price while adhering to public procurement cost-benefit analysis.
Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder, requiring the submission of the Performance Bank Guarantee and the signing of the formal contract agreement within stipulated timelines.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Darjeeling of Protection Officer 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 | The bidder must provide proof of executing at least one similar recruitment or manpower outsourcing project for a government entity or public sector undertaking within the last five years. |
| Statutory Benchmark | The bidder must possess valid statutory registrations including GSTIN, PAN, EPF, ESI, and a valid Labor License under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act for the Darjeeling region. |
| Statutory Benchmark | MSMEs and Startups are eligible for relaxation in prior experience and turnover criteria 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 the Protection Officer recruitment services in Darjeeling must be derived from the estimated annual manpower requirement, factoring in minimum wages, statutory contributions, and service charges. In accordance with GFR 2017, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2 percent 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 percent of the total contract value is required upon award to secure performance obligations. A nominal non-refundable tender fee is permissible if applicable under state rules. The contract must incorporate a stringent Liquidated Damages (LD) clause, stipulating a deduction of 0.5 percent per week of delay, capped at 10 percent of the total contract value, to mitigate risks associated with recruitment timelines and service delivery failures, ensuring accountability throughout the project lifecycle.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance
The contract shall be governed by the General Financial Rules 2017. Dispute resolution shall be conducted under the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the venue fixed in Darjeeling. Payments will be processed on a milestone basis upon verification of recruitment deliverables. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the quality of personnel provided. For high-value contracts, an Integrity Pact is mandatory to ensure transparency, requiring the appointment of an Independent External Monitor to oversee the procurement process and prevent corrupt practices, ensuring strict adherence to ethical standards throughout the service tenure.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Darjeeling of Protection Officer Re
Joint Ventures are generally discouraged for manpower recruitment services unless specifically permitted in the tender document to ensure individual accountability of the service provider.
The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, following the standard format provided in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity.
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.
Yes, the contract shall include a price variation clause allowing for adjustments in the service fee component strictly in accordance with government-notified minimum wage revisions.
Technical evaluation is based on a scoring matrix considering past experience, financial strength, and recruitment methodology, with a minimum qualifying threshold usually set at 70 percent.
Yes, the Performance Bank Guarantee can be submitted as a Demand Draft, Fixed Deposit Receipt, or a Bank Guarantee from a scheduled commercial bank as per GFR 2017.