1. Introduction
HC1 Care Foundation, a Section-8 company under the Companies Act, 2013, and the philanthropic arm of Highways Infrastructure Trust (HIT), invites proposals for Project Saksham. This initiative focuses on providing short-term residential skill training to marginalized communities, including SC/ST, women, PwDs, and economically backward groups, in remote and aspirational districts. The goal is to enhance employability and ensure minimum 75% placement for trained candidates.
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2. Objectives
- Provide skill training in high-demand sectors like Healthcare, Electrician, BFSI, and Retail Sales.
- Ensure 75% placement for trained candidates.
- Support marginalized groups and remote geographies.
- Promote innovative training models linked to entrepreneurship.
3. Key Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| RFP Release Date | 18th June 2025 |
| Last Date for Proposal Submission | 23rd June 2025 |
| Tentative Project Start Date | 1st July 2025 |
| Tentative Project End Date | 31st March 2026 |
4. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) & Tender Fees
- No EMD or tender fees are applicable for this RFP.
5. Scope of Work
- Conduct residential training programs in Ayodhya District, Uttar Pradesh (or as directed).
- Train 500 candidates in sectors like:
- General Duty Assistant (Healthcare)
- Multi-skilled Electrician
- BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, Insurance)
- Retail Sales Management
- Provide lodging, boarding, and training facilities.
- Ensure minimum 1-month classroom training + 15 days on-the-job training.
6. Eligibility of Training Partners
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Registered as a Trust, Society, or Section-8 Company.
- Minimum 3 years of operational experience.
- Audited financial statements for the last 3 years.
- Active 12A & 80G registrations.
- Not blacklisted by any government body.
- Experience in CSR projects and community development.
- NITI Aayog/NGO Darpan registration.
7. Selection Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated on:
- Organization Strength (Experience, Infrastructure, Financial Health).
- Proposal Strength (Innovation, Inclusion, Placement Strategy).
- Past Performance (Placement records, Sector expertise).
8. Empanelment Procedure
- Stage 1: Shortlisting based on eligibility and document verification.
- Stage 2: Desk evaluation of proposals by HC1 Care Foundation.
- Final selection and MoU signing with successful applicants.
9. Eligible Beneficiaries
- Marginalized groups (SC/ST, Women, PwDs, Economically Backward).
- Candidates from remote, rural, or aspirational districts.
10. Total Target to be Trained
- 500 candidates (or as agreed by HC1 Care Foundation).
11. Job Roles / Focus Areas
- Healthcare: General Duty Assistant
- Technical: Multi-skilled Electrician
- BFSI: Banking, Financial Services, Insurance
- Retail: Sales Management
12. Duration
- 1-month classroom training + 15 days on-the-job training.
13. Funding & Payment Conditions
- 50% advance payment upon MoU signing.
- 50% milestone-based payment (linked to placements and training completion).
14. Mode of Submission
- Proposals must be emailed to:
[email protected]
15. Address for Submission
HC1 Care Foundation
Windsor House, 601-602, Off CST Road,
Kalina, Santa Cruz (East),
Mumbai – 400098.
16. Other Terms & Conditions
- No sub-contracting allowed.
- Compliance with anti-bribery, safety, and labor laws mandatory.
- HC1 Care Foundation reserves the right to modify/cancel the RFP.
- Disputes subject to Mumbai jurisdiction.
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