QCBS for Procurement of Works and Services
Rutwik Phatak
Programme Director
Programme Overview
This three-day programme on Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) for Procurement of Works and Services is designed to enhance the capabilities of procurement professionals in adopting quality-focused approaches within public procurement processes. Aligned with the General Instructions on Procurement and Project Management issued by the Department of Expenditure, Government of India, the programme provides in-depth exposure to the QCBS methodology, including techniques for defining quality criteria, evaluating bids, and structuring contracts that balance cost with quality. Through case discussions, group work, and deliberations on the best practices in public procurement, the programme offers real-world perspectives on implementing QCBS effectively. Q&A sessions with the experienced resource persons and domain experts will help address participant queries, ensuring they leave equipped with the knowledge and tools
needed to apply QCBS in their respective organizations.
Objectives
Competency Enhancement To familiarize participants with the principles and statutory provisions w.r.t. public procurement in IndiaTo acquaint participants with Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) Methodology and related procedures.To apprise participants about QCBS modalities on GeM & e-Procurement. The Programme aims to strengthen competencies in Operational Excellence (Core Competency No. 8) and Public Procurement (Functional Competency No. 6) per CBC’s Competency Framework.
Duration
The programme duration is 3 days from October 13-15, 2025. Participants are expected to arrive a day before commencement of the Programme and may leave after the conclusion of the Programme on 15th October 2025.
Coverage
The Programme will broadly cover the following topics:
Fundamental Principles and Statutory Provisions in Public Procurement
DoE’s General Instructions on Project and Procurement Management
Thumb rules for evaluating quality and examples of evaluation criteria
Financial implications of QCBS
Real-life examples of QCBS for civil works and services in India Enabling features on GeM and eProcurement portal to use QCBS
Best practices in Public Procurement
Venue and Accommodation
The Programme will be held at ASCI’s picturesque Hyderabad campus. Participants will be accommodated in single occupancy AC rooms.
Fees
Residential Fee - Rs. 43,700 + GST
Non-Residential Fee - Rs. 37,700 + GST
The fee covers tuition, boarding and lodging, courseware (in electronic form) and other facilities of the College. 10% discount on the Programme fee will be given to organizations nominating three or more participants, provided the payment is credited in ASCI’s bank account before October 10, 2025.
Last Date for Nomination
Nominations may be submitted in the format attached with this brochure by email. Last date for submitting nominations is October 03, 2025.
Last Date for Withdrawal
October 06, 2025. Any withdrawals after this date will entail forfeiture of fee paid, if any.
Medical Insurance
The nominees are requested to carry with them the proof of Medical Insurance. The sponsoring agency is required to endorse the
nominees' medical coverage in the event of hospitalisation.
ASCI Alumni Association
Participants of the College programmes will automatically become members of the ASCI alumni association.
Certificate of Participation
The College issues a Certificate of Participation on conclusion of the programme.
For Indian Participants:
| Bank Account Number | 62090698675 |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary Name | Administrative Staff College of India |
| IFSC Code | SBIN0020063 |
| Bank Name | State Bank of India |
| Branch Address | Bellavista Branch, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, Hyderabad - 500 082. |
For Foreign Participants:
| Bank Account Number | 62090698675 |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary Name | Administrative Staff College of India |
| Swift Code | SBININBB327 |
| Bank Name | State Bank of India |
| Branch Address | Bellavista Branch, Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, Hyderabad - 500 082. |
| Country | India |
Administrative Staff College of India
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ASCI is the first Management Development Institution set up in the country at the instance of the Government of India and industry in 1956 to impart state-of-the-art management education for practicing managers, a legacy that we proudly take forward with a strong alumni of over 1,63,000. We are proud of our alumni which includes the leaders of Indian industry and senior Civil Servants in the government, public sector undertakings to be a part of this unique organisation. We are thankful to you all for the support extended in the past and look forward to your continuing patronage in 2023-24.
Also, ASCI conducts customized programmes for Government of India, State Governments, Public Sector, Private Sector and various international organisations. Our experienced faculty bring to the table a wealth of academic credentials, rich industry exposure and act as a catalyst in the classroom discussions, case study analyses and tutorials. Our faculty also conduct international programmes which provide an exposure to the global best practices. In addition to this, faculty at ASCI also carry out large number of management research activities (typically about 100 each year) which helps them provide the much needed value addition in the training programmes. In addition, we conduct non-residential programmes at our New Delhi Centre as well as off-campus programmesat the venue of the client’s choice
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