CALL FOR QUOTATIONS (CFQ009) FOR DIGITAL SKILLS BOOTCAMPS AND EVENTS 2024 – FEMALES

• March 5, 2024
• Andrew

1. Scope
In line with the digital skilling, upskilling and reskilling mandates, the eSkills Malta Foundation would like to receive quotations for the setting up of Training Programmes to be included in our Digital Skills Bootcamps & Events 2024 for the following target groups:

a) Females in the Maltese Society
b) Vulnerable females including immigrants, females with special educational needs, or unemployed females.

eSkills Malta Foundation has been entrusted with several mandates relating to skilling, upskilling and reskilling. The Foundation has the overall objective to increase digital skills in Malta. In line with this objective, the Foundation will be offering Training Programmes for specific closed groups or open to the public.
The sessions may take the form of physical (in-person), online or hybrid. Prospective Training Providers may choose to quote for any number of courses for one or more target groups mentioned above. Each course will address one of the themes described in the next clause.
The Digital Bootcamp will run from the date of the contract’s signature until the 30th of November 2024.

2. Themes Overview

The Service Providers are expected to address one of the following themes with the offers for the Training Programmes.

All Training Programmes must incorporate an introductory session on artificial intelligence (AI) or incorporate AI in the Training Programme.

A. Increasing and retaining women in the ICT sector

Creating mentorship programs where experienced women in the ICT sector can support and guide younger women entering the field.
Creating inclusive workplace policies and environments that support work-life balance and promote diversity and inclusion.
Providing targeted training and professional development opportunities for women to advance their careers in ICT.
Offering coding workshops and clubs specifically for girls, led by female instructors or mentors.
Providing access to online resources, tutorials, and coding platforms like Code.org, Scratch, and Python for Girls.
Organising seminars, panel discussions, or awareness campaigns to educate employers, policymakers, and the public about the importance of gender equality in the workplace.
Providing resources and training for employers to address unconscious bias in recruitment and performance evaluations.

B. Fostering interest in ICT and STEAM subjects among girls and women

Organising workshops, seminars, and events that showcase successful female role models in ICT and STEAM fields.
Providing hands-on learning experiences through coding camps tailored specifically for girls and women.

C. Empowering vulnerable females with through technology

Providing assistive technology devices and software to support women with special training needs in accessing educational and employment opportunities.
Offering specialised training programs and resources designed to meet the unique needs to vulnerable women, including those with language barriers, financial constraints, unemployment, or lack of access to traditional education.
Collaborating with disability advocacy organisations and community groups to raise awareness and promote inclusivity in the use of technology for women with special needs.
Establishing mentorship and support networks where women with similar backgrounds can connect, share experiences, and provide mutual support in navigating technology-related challenges.

D. Providing digital skills training to unemployed or not in training (NTE) females to enhance employability:

Offering comprehensive digital skills training programs covering a range of topics, from basic computer literacy to advanced technical skills relevant to specific industries.
Providing career counselling, resume writing workshops, or job placement assistance to help women transition into employment or advance their careers.

Download Call for Quotations (CFQ) for Digital Skills Bootcamps and Events 2024 – Females 

Your response to this CFQ should be valid for at least 60 days. Submissions can be sent via the above Google Form or sent electronically to info.eskills@gov.mt by the 4th April 2024, end of the business day (5 pm). Late applications will be disqualified. Training Providers may request clarifications by emailing the same email address by 26th of March 2024. These and related responses shall be made public on the same CFQ website.

Clarifications

Clarification 01

Clause 2: Themes Overview
The Service Providers are expected to address one of the following themes with the offers for the Training Programmes.

Clarification 02

I know the amount should not exceed 5000, and the aim is to reach out to as many students as possible. Can you confirm if the amount is per CFQ or the total for all CFQs submitted by each applicant?

Amounts are per CFQ. Please refer to Clauses 6.1 i and j of each CFQ respectively:

i) The number of Training Programmes a Training Provider may offer is unlimited. However, the cost of each Training Programme cannot exceed a maximum of €2,500, exclusive of VAT.

ii) Each Training Provider may be awarded up to a total of €5,000 worth of Training Programmes exclusive of VAT but inclusive of any cost or other taxes.

Clarification 03

Is this available for all ages?

Yes