Gopalganj s of Lower Division Clerk under the Gopalganj Collectorate Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Gopalganj for the post of Lower Division Clerk under the Gopalganj Collectorate. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Test (Tier-1), 2. Skill / Typing / Shorthand Test (Qualifying), 3. Document Verification & Final Merit List.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Gopalganj (Tender: General Go | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Gopalganj (Tender: General Go | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Gopalganj (Tender: General Go | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
| Tender Notice - Gopalganj (Tender: General Go | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow
Register the procuring entity and bidders on the GeM portal using valid DSC tokens to ensure authentication and compliance with the Public Procurement Policy for recruitment service tenders.
Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries from prospective bidders, ensuring transparency and clarity regarding the specific recruitment requirements for the Gopalganj Collectorate LDC positions.
Submit the two-cover bid consisting of a technical proposal detailing recruitment methodology and a separate financial BoQ, ensuring all documents are uploaded before the specified deadline on the portal.
Perform technical evaluation of submitted bids followed by the opening of the commercial BoQ for technically qualified bidders to determine the L1 vendor based on the lowest evaluated price.
Issue the formal Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful bidder after verifying the PBG submission and signing the contract agreement as per the standard terms and conditions.
Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards
Bidders participating in Gopalganj s of Lower Division Clerk under the Gopalganj Collectorate 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 financial 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 successfully executing similar recruitment or manpower outsourcing projects for government departments or public sector undertakings within the last five years. |
| 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 technical qualification. |
| Statutory Benchmark | MSMEs and Startups are eligible for exemption from EMD and prior turnover criteria under Rule 170 of GFR 2017, provided they submit valid Udyam Registration or DPIIT recognition certificates. |
Financial Safeguards, EMD & Performance Security Guarantees
The contract valuation for the recruitment of Lower Division Clerks in Gopalganj Collectorate must be derived from the estimated cost of service delivery, including administrative overheads and statutory payments. Per GFR 2017, an Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) of 2% of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, unless exempted for registered MSMEs. A Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) ranging from 3% to 5% of the contract value is required from the successful bidder to ensure faithful performance. Tender document fees are generally waived on GeM, but if offline, they remain non-refundable. The Liquidated Damages (LD) clause is strictly enforced at 0.5% of the contract value per week of delay, capped at 10% of the total contract price. These parameters ensure financial discipline, mitigate risks of non-performance, and protect the procuring entity against potential losses during the recruitment process execution.
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 Gopalganj. Billing follows a milestone-based approach linked to successful recruitment phases. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) of six months applies to the quality of the recruitment process. An Integrity Pact is mandatory for high-value contracts to ensure transparency and prevent corruption. All statutory payments, including EPF and ESI, must be verified before processing monthly invoices. The contractor remains liable for any non-compliance with labor laws, ensuring the Gopalganj Collectorate is indemnified against all legal claims arising from the recruitment process.
Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Gopalganj s of Lower Division Clerk
Joint Ventures are generally not permitted unless explicitly stated 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 the format prescribed in the tender document, valid for 45 days beyond the final bid validity.
The standard bid validity period is 90 to 180 days from the date of technical bid opening, as specified in the specific tender notice.
Recruitment service contracts are typically fixed-price; however, variations may be allowed only for statutory changes in minimum wages or government taxes.
Technical evaluation is based on a QCBS or Least Cost system where bidders are scored on past experience, financial strength, and the proposed recruitment methodology.
Yes, the PBG is refundable without interest after the successful completion of the contract and the expiry of the Defect Liability Period, subject to no outstanding claims.