EOI for Training Partners – EELTP Project (SC/ST/EWS Women), Dehradun, NIELIT Haridwar

Key Information at a Glance

Detailed Summary of the EOI

1. Introduction and Project Overview

This document is an Expression of Interest (EOI) issued by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Haridwar, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.

The EOI invites applications from eligible training institutions to become Training Partners (TPs) for the project “Employability Enhancement & Livelihood Training Program [EELTP]”. This project is sponsored by MeitY and aims to enhance the employability and livelihood of SC, ST, and EWS (Women) youth through capacity building and skill development in the Information, Electronics, and Communication Technology (IECT) sectors.

The project is targeted at beneficiaries from Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. The target distribution for beneficiaries is: SC: 40%, ST: 40%, and EWS (Women): 20%.

2. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners (TPs)

Institutes must meet specific criteria to be eligible for enrollment in the EELTP project:

• Accreditation: The IT Training Institutions must obtain NSQF accreditation for the courses they wish to offer under the project. This accreditation procedure is defined by NIELIT.
• Existing Partners: Training partners already registered with NIELIT for the specific NSQF courses listed in the EOI do not need to re-apply for accreditation.
• Eligible Entities: The following types of institutions can apply:
  • Accredited Centres
  • DLC Facilitation Centres
  • NIELIT ESDM TPs
  • NIELIT NSQF TPs
  • Other identified agencies like Polytechnic Colleges, ITIs, Schools, and other State/District Level skill-related agencies.

3. Courses Offered and Seat Matrix

Ten NSQF-aligned courses are offered under this EOI. The number of seats is indicative and subject to availability.

4. Selection Process for Training Institutes

• Shortlisting: A three-member committee chaired by the NIELIT Haridwar Center Head (or nominee) will shortlist TPs based on a criterion with a total of 100 marks.
  • Max Marks Allocation:
    • Number of students trained in the last 3 years: 20
    • Number of training centres in Districts/States: 0
    • Number of years of existence (especially in IT & Electronics): 0
    • Placement of trained candidates: 10
    • Experience in implementing Government-funded IECT/skill development programs: 0
  • (Note: The total from the table sums to 30, but the header states a total of 100. This is a discrepancy in the document.)
• Candidate Selection: A similar three-member committee will select candidates based on merit and minimum eligibility. TPs are responsible for verifying all candidate documents (caste, education, ID proof, etc.).
• Registration: Candidates register online, and the TP assists them. The registration fee is to be borne by the TP and is not reimbursable.

5. Implementation Strategy and Key Responsibilities of TP

• Mobilization: TPs must actively mobilize candidates through online portals, local dailies, and direct counseling.
• Training: Training must strictly follow the prescribed syllabus and format mentioned in the NSQF Qualification Files. TPs must provide study material and library facilities at no extra cost.
• Attendance: Biometric attendance for all candidates is mandatory.
• Monitoring: TPs may be asked to submit CCTV footage/photographs and allow for online interaction by NIELIT officials. An impact assessment will be carried out by a third party.
• Examination & Certification: NIELIT HQ will conduct online examinations. Successful candidates will receive a digital NIELIT NSQF certificate.
• Placement Assistance: TPs, along with NIELIT, must organize job fairs or interviews to help certified candidates secure jobs.

6. Financial and Payment Terms

• Course Fee: The course fee includes GST and overheads, covering publicity, study material, and all training costs.
• Reimbursement: The Training Partner (TP) will be reimbursed 75% of the course fee per certified candidate.
• NIELIT Share: The NIELIT Regional Center’s share is the remaining 25% of the course fee.
• Invoicing: Invoices are raised by the TP after a batch is completed and certified, accompanied by biometric attendance and other documents, and submitted to the Nodal Officer for verification and payment processing.
• Grievance Handling: All grievances are addressed to the Director-in-Charge, with policy matters handled by NIELIT HQ.

7. Important Dates and Submission Guidelines

• Submission Mode: Applications (Appendix-I & II) must be submitted in a sealed envelope superscribed with the EOI reference. The envelope should be sent by Speed Post or by hand to the Director, NIELIT Haridwar, at the specified address.
• Late Submissions: Incomplete or late submissions will not be considered.

8. Agreement and Key Clauses

The selected TPs will be required to sign a formal agreement (Annexure I).

• Tenure: The agreement is valid for one year and can be renewed by mutual consent.
• Non-Subcontracting: The TP cannot subcontract the work to any third party.
• Termination: NIELIT reserves the right to terminate the contract with one month’s notice if the training is unsatisfactory, or unilaterally if the TP abandons the work, fails to adhere to schedules, or breaches terms.
• Intellectual Property (IPR): All Intellectual Property owned by a party prior to the agreement remains their own property.
• Jurisdiction/Arbitration: Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts in the district of the SECOND PARTY’s office. Disputes can also be referred to a mutually agreed arbitrator.
• Grievance and Compliance: All grievances are addressed to the Director-in-Charge, and policy changes are handled by NIELIT HQ. TPs must comply with all NIELIT and MeitY guidelines.

9. Disclaimer for Applicants

• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• NIELIT is not bound to accept any proposal.
• Empanelment does not guarantee that a TP will be awarded a project.
• Failure to comply with any term or condition will result in rejection.

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