West Bengal • Howrah

Howrah of BLS Recruitment

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

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Portal: howrah.gov.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 35 Years
Application Deadline
17-10-2025

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Online Registration Starts17-10-2025
Application Deadline17-10-2025

Essential Educational Qualification

MBBS / Medical Degree, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 17-10-2025. 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 MBBS / Medical Degree, 10th / Matriculation (High School). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
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Padeo 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 17-10-2025
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e-Procurement Bidding Roadmap & Portal Workflow

1

Register the procuring entity and vendors on the GeM 4.0 portal using valid digital signature certificates to ensure secure authentication and compliance with public procurement transparency standards.

2

Conduct a pre-bid clarification meeting to address technical queries, scope ambiguities, and eligibility concerns, ensuring all prospective bidders receive uniform information through formal corrigendum uploads on the portal.

3

Submit the two-cover bid comprising the technical proposal, including credentials and compliance documents, followed by the financial BoQ, ensuring no price disclosure occurs within the technical cover.

4

Execute the commercial BoQ financial opening process where the system ranks bidders based on the lowest evaluated price, subject to technical qualification and adherence to all tender conditions.

5

Issue the Letter of Award (LoA) to the successful L1 bidder after verifying the PBG submission, formalizing the contractual relationship and initiating the project mobilization phase as per terms.

Technical Qualification Matrix & Due Diligence Standards

Bidders participating in Howrah of BLS 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 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 successful execution of at least one similar recruitment or manpower service project of comparable scale and complexity 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, 1970, is required for all participants.
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 the Howrah BLS recruitment project must be determined based on a detailed market survey and historical cost analysis to ensure value for money. As per GFR 2017, an EMD of 2 percent of the estimated value is mandatory to ensure bidder seriousness, though MSMEs may be exempted under Rule 170. The Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) is set at 3 to 5 percent of the total contract value, serving as security for performance obligations. A non-refundable tender fee is applicable if the procurement is outside the GeM portal. Liquidated Damages (LD) are strictly capped at 0.5 percent per week of delay, with a maximum ceiling of 10 percent of the contract value. These parameters ensure financial discipline, mitigate risks of non-performance, and protect the procuring entity against potential losses during the project lifecycle.

General Conditions of Contract (GCC) & Integrity Compliance

The contract adheres to the General Financial Rules 2017, incorporating an Integrity Pact to ensure transparency. Milestone-based billing is implemented to align payments with verified recruitment deliverables. A Defect Liability Period (DLP) is mandated to cover any administrative errors or non-compliance in the recruitment process. In the event of contractual disputes, the parties shall seek resolution through the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with the seat of arbitration in Howrah. All statutory deductions and compliance with labor laws remain the sole responsibility of the service provider, ensuring the procuring entity is indemnified against third-party claims.

Procurement & Bidding FAQs — Howrah of BLS Recruitment

Are Joint Ventures permitted to participate in this recruitment tender?

Joint Ventures are generally discouraged unless explicitly stated in the tender document; however, consortiums may be allowed if the lead partner meets the primary technical criteria.

What is the prescribed format for the EMD Bank Guarantee?

The EMD Bank Guarantee must be issued by a scheduled commercial bank in India, following the standard format provided in the tender document, and must remain valid for 45 days beyond the bid validity period.

What is the standard bid validity period for this procurement?

The bid validity period is typically 180 days from the date of technical bid opening, during which the bidder cannot withdraw or modify their offer.

Does the contract include a price variation clause?

The contract is generally fixed-price; however, adjustments for statutory minimum wage revisions mandated by the government may be considered if explicitly included in the special conditions of contract.

How are technical evaluation marks calculated?

Technical evaluation is based on a scoring matrix assessing past experience, organizational strength, and methodology, where bidders must secure a minimum threshold score to qualify for financial opening.

Is the tender fee refundable if the bid is rejected?

No, the tender document fee is non-refundable regardless of the bid outcome, as it covers the administrative costs of the procurement process.