REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR SCOPING STUDY IN THE ARAVALLIS HILLS
Summary Request for Proposals (RFP) for Scoping Study in the Aravallis Hills The Nature Conservancy India Solutions Private Limited (NCIS) seeks proposals for a scoping study in the Aravallis Hills as part of the Aravalli Green Wall Project. The study will address land management, freshwater conservation, regenerative agriculture, renewable energy, and climate solutions in Rajasthan and Gujarat. Proposals are due by 2nd August 2024. Meta Description RFP for scoping study in the Aravallis Hills by The Nature Conservancy India Solutions. Focus on land, water, agriculture, energy, and climate solutions. Proposals due by 2nd August 2024.
NATURE CONSERVANCY INDIA SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR SCOPING STUDY IN THE ARAVALLIS HILLS
Date of Issue of RFP: 12-07-2024
Last date for seeking clarifications: 18-07-2024
Date of Pre-Proposal Meeting (Via VC): 25-07-2024
Last date for Submission of RFP: 2-08-2024
INTRODUCTION
The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a leading conservation organization working in 76 countries and territories. TNC’s mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. TNC has been advancing projects in India since 2017, working closely with the Indian government, research institutions, NGOs, private sector organizations, and local communities. Visit www.tncindia.in for more information.
Nature Conservancy India Solutions Private Limited (NCIS) is a subsidiary of TNC, providing research, consulting, technical support, and advisory services in conservation.
PURPOSE
TNC is introducing a program in line with the “Aravalli Green Wall (AGWL) Project” announced by the Government of India in March 2023. The AGWL Project aims to green the 5 km buffer area around the Aravalli Hill Range. NCIS is requesting proposals for a scoping study in the Aravallis in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
CONTRACT TYPE AND SERVICES
NCIS will entertain a Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) completion type contract(s).
BIDS
NCIS invites bids for the scoping study for the Aravalli Green Wall Project. NCIS reserves the right to postpone or cancel the bidding process.
PLACE FOR PERFORMANCE
Rajasthan (Ajmer, Alwar, Bhilwara, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Jhunjhunu, Nagaur, Pali, Rajsamand, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Chitorgarh, Pratapgarh, Banswara, and Udaipur) and Gujarat (Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Mehsana, and Aravalli districts).
PERIOD FOR PERFORMANCE
5 Months
KEY OBJECTIVES
The key objective is to conduct a scoping study of the Aravallis to establish relevant baselines and formulate appropriate solutions. The study will cover:
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LAND
- Identification of areas for buffers, corridors, and shelter belts
- Demarcation of Sacred Groves, Reference sites, Key priority areas
- Identification of flagship, Keystone species, and IUCN threat category species
- Strategies for management of Invasive species
- Feasibility and assessment of Biodiversity enrichment plantations
- Sand dune stabilization
- Operationalizing nurseries
- Monitoring mortality/challenges in plantation
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FRESHWATER
- Water funds - Aquifer mapping, check dam, contoured ponds
- Restoration potential of traditional waterbodies & ecosystem services
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REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE
- Management of Multifunctional agroforestry systems
- Feasibility of traditional agroforestry practice involving native species
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RENEWABLE ENERGY
- Existing and upcoming renewable energy projects in the project area
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NATURAL CLIMATE SOLUTIONS AND EQUITABLE CONSERVATION
- Carbon capture by native Aravalli species and estimating carbon pools
- Plantation models for increasing surface area for carbon capture
- City Climate Change Action Plan, Aravalli GW as NCS for urban and peri-urban space
- Nagar Van/ City Forest concept
- Role of gender in landscape conservation
OUTCOMES
- A detailed report for Aravalli restoration proposal and manual, including:
- Scope for interventions for restoration activities
- District level/Zone level scientific management plans
- High-resolution maps (KML files) and images related to project execution
ESTIMATED COSTS AND FIXED FEE
The financial bid should include:
- Project execution cost: INR X (complete break up required)
- Project execution fee: INR Y (fee or margin)
- Applicable Taxes: INR Z (responsibility for compliance with tax laws)
Total Cost-plus Fixed Fee (CPFF): INR X+Y+Z
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The technical team should include:
- Members with postgraduate degrees or above in relevant fields
- Qualified GIS expert
- Experience in relevant fields, executing similar projects, and preparing detailed technical reports
- Organization with FCRA eligibility
PRE-BID QUERIES AND CLARIFICATIONS ON RFP
Submit questions via email to [email protected] for technical queries and [email protected] for cost-related queries by 18-07-2024. NCIS will respond by 23-07-2024 before the pre-proposal meeting on 25-07-2024.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL
Proposals must be submitted by 2-08-2024 by 11:59pm IST. Submit the technical proposal to [email protected] and the financial proposal to [email protected]. The email subject line should state “RFP for Aravalli Landscape”.
The financial bid must include:
- Copy of incorporation documents
- Copy of registration certificate under income tax and GST (if applicable)
- Copy of last three years audited financial statements with audit report
- Copy of last three years income tax full return
- Copy of last two GST returns
- Copy of address proof
- List of similar projects executed with name of client, year of execution, and value
- FCRA Registration number and validity (if applicable)
- Total number of staff (full time, part time, and volunteer)
Incomplete bids will be rejected. Only one bid per bidder is allowed.
Contact Information
- Technical Bid: [email protected]
- Financial Bid: [email protected]
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