Request for Proposals

COLORS/DFRǪ/20250001

Title	E-Tender Request for Supply of Materials for Natural Dye Project
Timeline	1 Jan 2025 to 31 Dec 2029
Area of expertise	Supplier of Tree Saplings Supplier of Biopesticides Neem Oil Supplier of Farm Equipment
Apply by	5 September, 2025
Email	procurement@chitrika.org
SPR Ref. No	COLORS/SPR/20250001

Organization Details

Chitrika (ALAF) is part of Access Livelihoods ecosystem that works with more than 75,000 marginalized communities to ensure economic justice, distributive justice for wealth, social empowerment, collective action and self-reliance and self-sufficiency. Started in 2005, Chitrika’s Operation Web stands for what small artisan collectives can achieve ‘collectively’ while also enabling an equitable share across the value chain for both the craft community, its service providers as well as the consumer. More details on www.chitrika.org and www.alcindia.org

Project Overview

The Colors of Nature project aims to revolutionize India's textile industry by advancing circularity through the use of plant-based dyes. The initiative will empower civil society organizations (CSOs) to co-create and ensure due diligence in circular textile value chains. The action focuses on enhancing the capacities of CSOs, promoting environmentally sustainable practices, and addressing market failures to improve economic inclusion for marginalized communities. The project is supported by Welt Hungerhilfe (www.welthungerhilfe.org) and co-funded by the European Union (european-union.europa.eu/index_en). The primary objective is to establish a scalable production and marketing model for natural dyes, promoting ecological sustainability and economic empowerment. The project aims to reduce the environmental impact of the textile industry, support local economies, and enhance consumer awareness through education and advocacy.

Scope of Work

The successful bidder(s) shall be responsible for the supply and delivery of the specified products to the designated project sites in Kodangal, Vikarabad, Telangana, and Kotturu, Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. The quantities mentioned are indicative and may be subject to minor adjustments based on project needs.

Eligibility Criteria

1.  Tree Saplings

• Bidders must be legally registered entities with valid licenses/certifications to operate a nursery or supply tree saplings.
• Bidders must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in nursery operations or supplying tree saplings for agricultural/horticultural projects, particularly with farmer groups or NGOs
• Bidders must demonstrate financial capability to fulfill the contract.
• Registered nurseries or authorized distributors/dealers of quality saplings are preferred.

2.  Bio Pesticides

• Bidders must be legally registered entities with valid licenses/certifications to supply biopesticides.
• Bidders must hold an active Bio-Pesticide Registration/License from the Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIB&RC) or relevant state agricultural authorities.
• Bidders must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in supplying biopesticides, especially those targeting lepidopteran pests, to Farmer Producer Companies, cooperatives, government programs, or NGOs.
• Bidders must demonstrate financial capability to fulfill the contract.
• Manufacturers or authorized distributors/dealers of quality biopesticides are preferred.

3.  Neem Oil

• Bidders must be legally registered entities with valid licenses/certifications to supply the tendered items.
• Bidders must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in supplying similar agricultural inputs, specifically Neem-based products or organic pest management inputs.
• Bidders must demonstrate financial capability to fulfill the contract.
• Manufacturers or authorized distributors/dealers of Neem Oil are preferred.

4.  Farm Equipment

• Bidders must be legally registered entities with valid licenses/certifications to supply agricultural tools or farm equipment.
• Bidders must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in supplying agricultural tools, specifically hand-operated cultivators or similar implements.
• Bidders must demonstrate financial capability to fulfill the contract.
• Manufacturers or authorized distributors/dealers of quality agricultural tools are preferred.

Submission Guidelines

• Submission Format: Tenders must be submitted electronically via NGO Box or in sealed physical envelopes as specified.
• Deadline: All tenders must be submitted within 14 days from the date of issue at procurement@chitrika.org. Late submissions will not be accepted
• Language: All tender documents and communications must be in English.
• Validity: Bids must be valid for a minimum of 90 days from the tender submission deadline.

To download the full RFP, click here: E-Tender Request for Supply of Materials for Natural Dye Project

 

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