| Pre-Qualification Criteria |
Issuing Authority: SBI Foundation
RFP Title: CSR Funding for Projects – Foundational Learning for Out-of-School Girls
RFP Reference: SBIF ILM (Integrated Learning Mission) 2025–26
Location: PAN India – specific priority districts in 8 states (UP, Bihar, MP, Rajasthan, Odisha, WB, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Assam)
Type of Project: CSR Grant-Based Implementation by Non-Profits
Nature of Funding: Project-based CSR grant (not procurement tender)
📘 Scope of Work
The RFP seeks non-profit organizations to implement projects that enhance Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) among out-of-school girls (ages 6–14).
Core Activities:
- Baseline & Community Diagnostics: Mapping of out-of-school girls and barriers to education.
- Community Mobilization: Awareness campaigns and engagement of parents, SHGs, and influencers.
- Remediation & Learning Support: Bridge courses, FLN learning modules, after-school programs, local-language materials.
- Teacher Training & Capacity Building: Gender-sensitive pedagogy and peer learning.
- Policy & Scheme Linkages: Integration with Govt. schemes like NIPUN Bharat, Samagra Shiksha, etc.
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL): Regular data collection and evidence-based reporting.
- Sustainability & Scale-Up: Integration into Govt. systems and community ownership.
Target Beneficiaries:
- Out-of-school girls aged 6–14 (esp. tribal, PVTG, and marginalized communities).
- Teachers, school leaders, parents, and community members.
Expected Outcomes:
- ≥80% enrolment of identified OOS girls.
- ≥70% achieve grade-level literacy and ≥65% numeracy in 12–18 months.
- ≥85% retention rate.
- ≥500 teachers trained.
- ≥150 community sessions per state.
Preferred Locations:
Priority districts across 8 states – Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Assam.
Project Size:
- ₹50 lakhs to ₹3 crores
- Duration: 1–3 years
- Coverage: Up to 2 adjacent states and 50–55 locations.
🧾 Eligibility Criteria / Pre-Qualification
1. Organizational Requirements:
- Must be a registered non-profit / trust / society in India.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in FLN, remedial education, or girls’ education.
- Proven track record of work in out-of-school girl education, gender-responsive programs, and community mobilization.
2. Experience Requirements:
- FLN program experience (≥5 years) in selected districts/states.
- Collaboration experience with government programs (NIPUN Bharat, Samagra Shiksha, etc.).
- Evidence of work in tribal/underserved areas.
3. Financial Eligibility:
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Project Size
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Cumulative Organizational Revenue (Last 3 FYs: 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25)
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₹50 lakh – ₹1 crore
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Minimum ₹2 crore cumulative revenue
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Above ₹1 crore
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Minimum ₹5 crore cumulative revenue
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4. Other Conditions:
- Minimum 3 board members.
- Minimum 5 permanent employees.
- No political or religious association.
- Not blacklisted or involved in fraud.
- No sub-letting/sub-contracting allowed.
- Must have 12A, 80G, and PAN registration.
- FCRA certificate required (if applicable).
💰 Financial Criteria / Grant Terms
- CSR grant-based funding (not payment-based contract).
- Funds disbursed quarterly or half-yearly upon satisfactory progress reports.
- Separate SBI account required for project funds.
- Quarterly reporting (activity + financial utilization).
- MoU/Grant Agreement to be executed with SBI Foundation.
💼 Proposal Submission Guidelines
Subject Line: “SBIF ILM RFP <NGO NAME>”
Submission Components:
- Proposal (as per Annexure III – Evaluation Form).
- Due Diligence Documents (Annexure II Checklist).
- Financial format (Annexure IV).
- NDA (Annexure I).
Languages: English only
File Format: Soft copy (PDF/Excel); shortlisted NGOs will later submit hard copies.
📅 Key Dates & Deadlines
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Event
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Date / Timeline
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Publication of RFP
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1st October 2025
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Last Date for Clarifications
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15th October 2025
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Proposal Submission Deadline
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21st October 2025
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Shortlist Announcement
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31st October 2025
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Presentations by Shortlisted NGOs
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1st – 5th November 2025
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Final Selection Announcement
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14th November 2025
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Submission Mode
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Online Only
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Clarification Email
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📎 Tender Fee & EMD
- Tender Fee: Not Applicable
- EMD (Earnest Money Deposit): Not Applicable
(As this is a CSR funding call, not a competitive procurement tender.)
🧩 Evaluation Criteria
Assessment Parameters:
- Project Proposal Quality (Technical):
- Alignment with SBIF ILM framework.
- Clarity, innovation, monitoring plan, and sustainability.
- Proportion of admin costs.
- Risk management and exit plan.
- Experience & Impact:
- Prior work in FLN and gender-based education programs.
- Demonstrated outcomes in enrollment, retention, and learning.
- Capacity in data-driven monitoring and reporting.
📋 Annexures
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Annexure
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Description
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I
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Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
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II
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Due Diligence Document Checklist
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III
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Technical Proposal / Evaluation Form
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IV
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Financial Proposal Format
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V
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Grant Agreement / MoU Format
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Key Takeaways / Recommendations
- Only non-profits with strong FLN experience (esp. with girls in rural/tribal regions) should apply.
- Ensure cumulative revenue criteria are met (₹2–₹5 crore range).
- Select 2 adjacent states and focus on high-priority districts mentioned in the RFP.
- Include data-backed baseline, measurable targets, and sustainability plan in the proposal.
- Proposals must strictly follow the SBIF ILM framework and template from the official website.
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