Request for Proposal to implement Techleap: Empowering Women Engineers for Industry 4.0 Program

Request for Proposal to implement Techleap: Empowering Women Engineers for Industry 4.0 Program

Issued By: First American (India)

Project Locations: Hyderabad, and Salem (within 15 km radius of FAI’s offices in Hyderabad and Salem)

About First American (India) Private Limited:

First American (India) is a Global Capability Center (GCC) of the First American Financial Corporation (US) - a leading provider of title insurance, settlement services and risk solutions for real estate transactions since 1889. As a responsible corporate citizen, FAI is deeply committed to make a positive difference in the lives of the community and people while promoting environmental conservation efforts.

Purpose of the RFP:

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to invite non-profit organisations and technical education partners with experience in STEM education, women’s empowerment, and skilling for future technologies to implement the TechLeap initiative. The programme, part of FAI’s CSR commitments for FY 2025–2027, aims to equip women engineers from Tier 2 and Tier 3 institutions with industry-relevant skills aligned with Industry 4.0 and build the capacities of faculty members to sustain long-term impact.

Project Overview:

• Theme/Sector: STEM Skilling; Women Empowerment
• Location: Hyderabad, Salem
• Project Duration: FY 2025 to FY 2027
• Budget Outlay: ₹70 Lakhs to less than ₹75 Lakhs (cumulative for 2 years).

Eligibility Criteria:

Only non-profit entities are eligible to apply. Applicants must:

• Be registered on the CSR-1 portal with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
• Possess valid 12A, 80G, and FCRA certifications
• Have a minimum of 3 years of relevant implementation experience, especially in water, agriculture, or rural infrastructure
• Have an average funding of the past 3 years equal to or exceeding 5 times the proposed project budget
• Not be affiliated with any political or religious group
• Have no ongoing litigations/past conviction records
• Proposals from individual or Pvt. Ltd organisations are not eligible

Important Notes:

• Submission of a proposal does not guarantee a callback or selection
• No CSR funds may be allocated for FAI employee participation costs

RFP Submission: https://forms.gle/uwWPwDxgkZ5dXUst6

Deadline: 5th June (EoD)

For any queries, please contact: Moinak Goswami (moinak@csrbox.org)

Tags Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Entrepreneurship Impact Investing Skill Development Women Empowerment