Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme
The Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme supports micro and small enterprises in participating in government and private tenders.
Key facts
| Benefit | Facilitates participation in government and private tenders. |
|---|---|
| Who | Micro & Small Enterprises registered with NSIC |
| Implemented by | Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises |
| Official portal | nsic.co.in |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible Micro & Small Enterprises. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries can participate in government and private tenders, either individually or as part of a consortium, facilitating bulk order acquisition. The scheme also provides support for earnest money deposits and security deposits.
Who can apply
- For: entrepreneur
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
Eligible applicants include entrepreneurs who are not income tax payers, do not have government employees in their family, and belong to poor households. Units engaged solely in trading activities without value addition are excluded from this scheme.
How to apply
Interested applicants can apply through the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) by submitting the required documents.
- Visit the NSIC website and navigate to the Consortia & Tender Marketing Scheme section.
- Ensure your enterprise is registered under the Single Point Registration Scheme (SPRS).
- Gather necessary documents including registration certificates and bank attested signatures.
- Submit the application along with the enlistment fee as applicable based on your monetary limit.
- Await inspection of your factory before tender participation.
Documents required
- Passport size photograph of each Proprietor/Partner/Director/Society office bearers
- Self-attested copy of G.P. Registration Certificate
- Power of Attorney/Board Resolution/Society Resolution authorizing the Partner/Director/Executive
- Bank attested specimen signature of authorized persons
- Copies of recent supply orders
- Enlistment Fee
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all required documents are submitted and that the enterprise is registered with NSIC under the Single Point Registration Scheme. |
| Tender participation limit not fixed | Contact the NSIC branch office to determine the overall limit based on the monetary limit or last year's turnover. |
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for this scheme?
Entrepreneurs who are not income tax payers, do not have government employees in their family, and belong to poor households can apply.
What documents are required for application?
Applicants need to provide a passport size photograph, G.P. Registration Certificate, Power of Attorney or Board Resolution, bank attested signatures, recent supply orders, and the enlistment fee.
Is there any fee for SC/ST entrepreneurs?
Units owned by SC/ST entrepreneurs are exempt from the enlistment fee under this scheme.
What types of enterprises are excluded from this scheme?
Units that engage solely in trading activities without adding value, packing, or branding are not eligible for this scheme.
How is the overall limit for tender participation determined?
The overall limit is based on either 300% of the monetary limit under the SPRS or the last year's turnover, whichever is higher.
What support does the scheme provide for tender participation?
The scheme assists with earnest money deposits and security deposits, and facilitates the formation of consortia for bulk order participation.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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