Small Industries Development Bank of India

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EoI) WTO Impact Studies (Phase III) in respect of three sectors, viz., AUTO PARTS & COMPONENTS, FOUNDRIES - FERROUS & CAST IRON AND HAND TOOLS

Contract Reference No A1-2008/09, A2-2008/09 & A3-2008/09

SIDBI hereby invites Expression of Interest from consultants / agencies for conducting WTO Impact Assessment Studies (Phase III) in respect of three sub-sectors, viz., Auto Parts & Components, Foundries - Ferrous & Cast Iron and Hand Tools.

1.1		Draft Terms of Reference are provided here (Link).
1.2		Applicants are invited to register their interest by submitting the EoI format provided below (please use the format against the study and contract number you wish to apply for) along with their Capability Statement (not exceeding 15 pages).

Study	EoI Format	Contract Rererence Number (click the links)
Auto Parts & Components	EoI Auto Parts & Components	A1-2008/09
Foundries - Ferrous & Cast Iron	EoI Foundries - Ferrous & Cast Iron	A2-2008/09
Hand Tools	EoI Hand Tools	A3-2008/09

1.3.		The Capability Statement should include:
		your prior qualification and experience in conducting similar assignments, your proposed ‘preliminary’ methodology for carrying out the assignment based on the details provided in the TORs a description of your organisational infrastructure and proposed team to carry out the assignment. The proposed project management arrangements, including management of deliverables, expectations and risks shall be enlisted. Brief case studies / achievements to be enlisted. Your knowledge of Indian financial and SME sector. suggestions incorporation of additional parameters, if any, to strengthen the Project implementation in light of objectives / scope stated.

2.	The consultant / agency / expert shall be able to
	Demonstrate capacity to effectively undertake the task including clarity on methodology to be followed and nature and type of collaborations/contracting if any Demonstrate / suggest incorporation of additional parameters, if any, to strengthen the Project implementation in light of objectives / scope stated. provide evidence of at least 3 years of demonstrable experience in similar projects wherein they have participated in similar assignments. Showcase its knowledge of Indian financial and MSME sector. Mobilise quickly team members should have proven proficiency in English and preferably local languages - spoken and written Provide brief profile of at least two such assignments be enclosed (in not more than one A4 size page)
3.	Interested consultant / agency / expert with the above background and experience are requested to submit Expression of Interest (in the prescribed format) furnishing therewith detailed information on the parameters detailed in para 2 above highlighting, inter-alia, their experience, expertise, infrastructure, networking/collaborating arrangements and job accomplishments etc., besides broad contours of methodology envisaged to be followed in carrying out the proposed assignment so as to reach us on or before October 31, 2008 by 3.00PM (IST).
4.	Applicants can express their interest for all three studies separately.
5.	Only shortlisted agencies will be approached to submit detailed proposal (Invitation to Tender);
6.	Expressions of Interest may be submitted by post or email to :-
	Chief General Manager / Deputy General Manager, RPPC Small Industries Development Bank of India SME Development Centre, C-11, G Block Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) Mumbai 400 051 Tele :- 022 - 67531239 / 67531307 E-mail: dprakash@sidbi.in / jyothir@sidbi.in

Important:

EoIs by email should clearly mention ‘EoI - Contract No ‘XX-2008/09’ in the subject line .

ONLY SHORT LISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR THE NEXT PHASE OF EVALUATION.

Any form of canvassing/lobbying/influence/query regarding short listing, status, etc will be a disqualification.

	Critical Information Summary
1.	Last date for submission of Expression of Interest (EOI): October 31, 2008 by 3.00 p.m (IST).
2.	Two hard copies and one soft copy (on a CD) need to be submitted in one sealed cover labelled “Expression of Interest - WTO Impact Assessment Studies (Phase III) in three sub-sectors, viz., Auto Parts & Components, Foundries - Ferrous & Cast Iron and Handtools” at the following address:
	Chief General Manager / Deputy General Manager Research Planning and Publications Cell Small Industries Development Bank of India 5th floor, SME Development centre Plot No. C-11, G Block Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) Bandra (East) Mumbai 400 051 Telephone No. 6753 1239 / 6753 1307 E-mail: dprakash@sidbi.in / jyothir@sidbi.in
3.	Please note that all necessary information needs to be provided. Incomplete information may lead to disqualification / rejection.
4.	The respondents should quote the Contract Referene Number in all their correspondences, in future. This number should be quoted throughout the life-cycle of the contract / consultancy work and in all references, correspondence, reporting, etc.

	IMPORTANT NOTES
	Costs to be borne by Respondents
	All costs and expenses incurred by Respondents in any way associated with the development, preparation, and submission of responses, including but not limited to the attendance at interview, meetings, discussions, demonstrations, presentations, etc. and providing any additional information required by SIDBI, will be borne entirely and exclusively by the Respondent.
	No Legal Relationship
	No binding legal relationship will exist between any of the Respondents and SIDBI until execution of a contractual agreement.
	Recipient Obligation to Inform Itself
	The Recipient must conduct its own investigation and analysis regarding any information contained in the document and the meaning and impact of that information.
	Evaluation of Offers
	Each Recipient acknowledges and accepts that SIDBI may in its absolute discretion apply selection criteria specified in this document for evaluation of proposals for short listing / selecting the eligible consultancy organisation with such weight assessment as decided internally. The EOI is only seeking interest at this stage. SIDBI is not bound to contract out this activity and reserves the right to cease the process at any stage it may deem fit.
	Errors and Omissions
	Each Recipient should notify SIDBI of any error, omission, or discrepancy found in this document.
	Acceptance of Terms
	A Recipient will, by responding to SIDBI with an EOI, be deemed to have accepted the terms of reference.

	Lodgement of EOI
	EOI must be submitted to the specified address before the specified closing date and time indicated All copies of EOI and attachments must be provided in a window-less sealed envelope. If the response to this notice does not include all the information required or is incomplete, the EOI is liable to be rejected. SIDBI reserves the right to modify the terms and conditions of assignment, if considered necessary.
	Late Bids
	EOI received after the deadline for submission will be treated as “received late” and shall not be considered at all for shortlisting.
	EOI validity period
	Responses must remain valid and open for evaluation according to their terms for a period of at least six (6) months from the last date of submission of responses. In exceptional circumstances, SIDBI may solicit the respondent’s consent to an extension of the period of validity. A respondent granting the request will not be permitted to modify the EOI.
	Respondents should provide details of their Fax, email and full address(s) to ensure that replies could be conveyed promptly.
	Notification
	SIDBI will notify onlyshort-listed Respondents in writing as soon as practicable about the outcome of the EOI and the EOI process. SIDBI is not obliged to provide any reasons for any such acceptance or rejection.
	Disqualification
	Any form of canvassing/lobbying/influence/query regarding short listing, status, etc will be a disqualification.