Mobile Energy Training Unit
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Department of Training and Workforce Development (DTWD), in partnership with South Regional TAFE (SRTAFE), is seeking a supplier to construct and deliver a Mobile Energy Training Unit (METU), a pilot vehicle comprising a truck and dolly trailer fitted with a standalone power system, providing a fully mobile training platform capable of supporting both traditional electrical competencies and emerging clean energy technologies. Purpose The METU concept is a pilot initiative designed to deliver flexible, high quality energy related training to regional and remote communities across Western Australia. It will focus on supporting the regional deployment of clean energy related training activities, supporting students in geographically dispersed locations and enabling access to Aboriginal communities, fostering inclusive participation in the energy industry. Delivery will focus on energy related and electrical pre-apprentice, apprentice and Capstone revision and assessment programs, ensuring candidates have access to the practical facilities required to undertake electrical licensing examinations. Scope This procurement is for the construction and delivery of the METU. The scope includes: A final design of the METU, based on the designs provided in the Attachments to this Request, aligning to the supplier's construction techniques Integration of all components onto the donor chassis (build and procure donor truck in the one process) The final design and build of the trailer, including the mounted stand-alone power system Enquiries Person: Scott Faville Phone: (08) 65511015 Email: scott.faville@dohw.wa.gov.au Person: Lisa Tierney Email: Lisa.Tierney@dohw.wa.gov.au
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