Quick Overview: Key Information

Detailed Tender Summary: MEDA Urja Sakhi Solar Skill Development Training

Introduction

The Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA), Divisional Office, Amravati, a Government of Maharashtra institution, has released an EOI for Skill Development Training under the “Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Gaurav Abhiyan” – Urja Sakhi scheme. This initiative aims to empower women by providing specialized solar energy skill development training to create green jobs and promote entrepreneurship in the renewable energy sector. The tender is an e-tender (Reference No. AMT/US/TR/60/2025-26) and follows a two-part bidding process (Technical & Financial).

Objective

The primary objective is to empanel eligible training agencies/technical institutes to conduct structured, hands-on training programs for 60 women in Amravati district. The training will equip participants with skills to install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot solar PV systems, solar pumps, and solar lighting systems, enabling them to become “Urja Sakhis” (energy entrepreneurs) who can sell, repair, and promote solar energy products.

Key Dates & Timelines

Tender Fee and Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)

• Tender Document Fee: ₹6,700/- (including GST), non-refundable, non-transferable, to be paid online via SBI Net Banking, RTGS, or NEFT.
• EMD Amount: ₹23,664/- (refundable). EMD exemption is available for eligible firms as per Government Resolution (GR) dated 1.12.2016 and for Route II (Government/Semi-Government institutes) by submitting a Bid Securing Declaration.
• Security Deposit (SD): 3% of the total contract value, to be submitted after Letter of Intent (LOI) issuance via Demand Draft/RTGS/NEFT from a nationalized bank.

Scope of Work (Training Delivery)

The selected training partner shall be responsible for:

1. Mobilization & Selection: Coordinating with MEDA to select eligible women participants (or as per MEDA-provided list).
2. Classroom & Practical Training: Conducting structured training in:
   • Basics of Electrical Energy & Energy Audit
   • Renewable Energy & Solar Power (PV system components, installation, commissioning)
   • Operation & Maintenance (O&M), Troubleshooting, Safety Practices
3. Provision of Materials: Providing training kits, standard toolkits (Digital Multimeter, Clamp Meter, Solar Irradiance Meter, MC4 tools, etc.), T-Shirt/Cap, and books.
4. Facilities: Arranging lab facilities with live demonstration units, CCTV cameras, biometric/face recognition attendance system, and fire extinguishers.
5. Assessment & Certification: Conducting internal assessments, final evaluations, and providing certificates to successful candidates.
6. Support Services: Providing scholarships (₹5,000/trainee/month), tea/snacks/lunch (₹200/trainee/day), and facilitating placement/self-employment.
7. Reporting: Submitting weekly progress reports, biometric attendance, batch-wise photographs/videos, and a final completion report.
8. On-site Training: Organizing compulsory field visits and practical sessions (transportation cost borne by bidder).

Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners (Pre-Qualification)

Bidders can qualify via Route I (Private Training Provider) or Route II (Govt./Semi-Govt./Private Technical Institutions).

Common Requirements (Both Routes):

• Valid GST, Professional Tax, and EPF/PF registration certificates.
• Power of Attorney for the authorized signatory.
• Signed undertaking accepting all tender terms (on ₹100 stamp paper for Route I, on letterhead for Route II).
• Details of lab facilities, equipment list, and trainer profiles.

Route I – Private Training Providers:

• Firm registration certificate & Shop Act License (Gumastha).
• Average annual turnover of minimum ₹18.93 lakhs in the last 3 years (CA-certified balance sheets & IT returns).
• Banker solvency certificate of ≥ ₹9.46 lakhs for FY 2025-26.
• Mandatory Certifications: NSDC affiliation, MSSDS registration, Training Provider ID/Centre ID.
• Experience: Completed similar solar/renewable energy training for Govt./Semi-Govt. (1 project @ 80% of est. cost OR 2 projects @ 50% OR 3 projects @ 40% in last 3 years).
• No joint ventures, consortiums, or sub-contracting permitted.

Route II – Technical Educational Institutions:

• AICTE approval, University approval, or NBA accreditation (as applicable).
• NSDC/MSSDS or equivalent government-approved certification.
• Experience in conducting training in Electrical/Electronics fields.

Selection & Evaluation Procedure

The selection follows a two-stage e-tendering process:

1. Technical Bid Evaluation: Bids are checked for responsiveness (all documents submitted). A committee evaluates technical eligibility, experience, infrastructure, and trainer qualifications. Only technically qualified bidders proceed.
2. Financial Bid Evaluation: Price bids of technically qualified bidders are opened. The bidder quoting the lowest total price (L1) while meeting all technical specifications is declared the successful bidder.
3. Award Criteria: MEDA reserves the right to reject any or all bids without assigning reasons. The contract is awarded to the L1 bidder, but MEDA may distribute work to others accepting L1 price if needed. L2 may be selected if L1 fails.

Empanelment & Contract Procedure

• Successful bidder will receive a Letter of Award (LOA) and must submit a 3% Security Deposit to receive the work order.
• The contract is a turnkey responsibility – the bidder must complete all training activities, including statutory permissions, safety compliance, and reporting.
• Sub-contracting, assignment, or transfer of work order is strictly prohibited.
• MEDA reserves the right to add/revise syllabus without cost escalation.
• After tendering, if the L1 cost is below estimate, MEDA may order additional batches at the same rate (valid for 6 months).

Eligible Beneficiaries (Trainees)

• Total Target: 60 Women
• Age: 18 to 45 years
• Batch 1 (Solar Assistant): 30 women with minimum educational qualification of 10th / 12th / ITI.
• Batch 2 (Solar Technician): 30 women with B.E./Diploma in Engg. (Electrical/Electronics) / Science Graduate / ITI (Electrical/Electronics) / B.E. App.

Job Roles / Courses & Focus Areas

Training Duration & Schedule

• Solar Assistant: 30 Days (116 Hours total – assumed, refer to table on Page 6 for details)
• Solar Technician: 90 Days (348 Hours total – assumed)
• Total Completion Timeframe: 120 Days from the date of issue of the work order (for completing both batches sequentially/parallelly as per planning).
• Training location: Amravati (District Amravati).

Funding & Payment Conditions

Total Estimated Project Cost: ₹23,66,400/- (Breakdown: Training cost + Scholarship + Tea/Snacks/Lunch + Tool kit/Books).

Payment Schedule (Linked to Milestones):

1. First 30%: Released 7 days after training commencement, upon submission of biometric attendance, MEDA visit report, trainee documents, and safety undertaking.
2. Second 30%: Released after successful completion of the Solar Assistant batch, submission of assessment reports, scholarship deposit proof, tool kit issue details, and tax invoices.
3. Last 40%: Released after successful completion of the Solar Technician batch with all reports, scholarship deposit proof (2nd & 3rd installments), and tax invoices.

Deductions: TDS, Labour Welfare Cess (1%), and no ‘C’/’D’ forms will be issued. No price variation/escalation is allowed.

Mode of Submission & Address

• Mode: Online only via the Government of Maharashtra e-tender portal.
• Website: https://mahatenders.gov.in
• Hard Copies: Not accepted initially, but MEDA may request hard copies for verification.
• Address for Communication:
  Divisional General Manager,
  Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA),
  Divisional Sports Complex, Morshi Road,
  Amravati – 444603.
  Email: dgmmavrati@mahaurja.com | Phone: 0721-2661610

Other Important Terms & Conditions

• Liability & Safety: The bidder is solely responsible for any accident, damage, or incident at the training center. MEDA has no liability.
• Penalty Clause: 1% penalty per month (max 10% of contract value) for delay in completion. Recovery from dues or security deposit.
• Scholarship Condition: ₹5,000 per trainee per month, awarded only if trainee achieves 90% or more attendance.
• Termination: MEDA can terminate the contract for default (delay, corrupt/fraudulent practices, false statements) and blacklist the bidder.
• Jurisdiction: All disputes subject to Amravati jurisdiction only.
• Inspection: MEDA officials have the right to inspect the training center at any time without prior notice.
• Blacklisting: Firms blacklisted by any Govt./Semi-Govt. organization cannot participate.
• Green Initiative: Successful bidders are encouraged to plant at least 10 saplings.

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