Request for Proposal (RFP) for Hiring an External Auditor

Organization: Sahbhagi Shikshan Kendra
Apply By: 8th November 2024

About the Organization

Sahbhagi Shikshan Kendra (SSK)
Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Funding Partner: Malteser International

SSK, a support NGO, focuses on capacity building for civil society organizations (CSOs) in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand. Established in 1990, SSK advocates for a people-centric approach, fostering partnerships and reciprocal knowledge sharing with target groups for social change. Through training programs, workshops, and intensive support, SSK strengthens grassroots organizations’ abilities to address critical developmental issues.

Project Information

Project Title: Improving Health and Strengthening Resilience of Vulnerable Groups in Bahraich District, Uttar Pradesh, India
Project Duration: 1st May 2024 – 31st December 2027
Project ID: MI PN 2675-14, Donor PN 7940

Objective: Enhance health and resilience among vulnerable families in 10 villages of Kaiserganj block by improving sanitation, nutrition, hygiene, and preparedness for natural disasters.

Sub-Objectives:

• WASH: Access to drinking water, clean sanitary facilities, and improved hygiene practices.
• Food, Nutrition & Health Care: Improved nutrition and health practices among inhabitants.
• Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM): Sustainably established DRRM structures.

Objective of the Call for Tenders

SSK seeks to contract a Certified Audit (CA) Firm for project audits as specified in Annex 1 - Bill of Quantity and Term of Reference (ToR). The CA Firm is required to submit an offer that meets the outlined requirements.

Offer Presentation Requirements

• Submission Method:
  • Sealed Envelope: Include a written reference number and address it to the SSK Office in Lucknow.
  • Email: Submit all details to tender@sahbhagi.org
• Submission Deadline: 8th November 2024
• Language: English
• Envelope Specifications:
  • Include the company/firm name and address, the reference number, and the address of the SSK Lucknow Office.
  • Mark envelope with: “Not to be opened before 8th November 2024”
• Delivery Options: Personal delivery, registered post, or courier.

Required Documentation

• Brief Company Profile
• Firm/Company/Business Registration Certificate and any other legal registrations
• Professional Fee for Audit (including all expenses)

Evaluation Criteria

SSK will evaluate offers based on:

• Firm’s Experience & Knowledge of FCRA, Income Tax, and other compliances for NGOs/NPOs
• Delivery Time
• Experience in Project Audits of FCRA-funded NPOs/NGOs
• Quality Certifications (if requested by Malteser)

Non-compliance with tender procedures will result in disqualification.

For Further Information

• Visit: More Information
• Email: tender@sahbhagi.org
• Website: Visit Procurement & Tender section on www.sahbhagi.org
• Join WhatsApp Channel for updates: WhatsApp Channel Link