
1. Introduction:
The Chief District Agriculture Officer (CDAO), Puri, invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from experienced NGOs for the implementation of the Capacity Building & Skill Development Training Program on Jute & Jute Diversified Products under the scheme IAP Non-Paddy Crops (Jute, Mesta & Sun Hemp) for the year 2024-25. The training will be conducted in Nimapada and Gop blocks of Puri district, aiming to enhance skills and promote value addition in Jute processing.
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2. Key Dates:
- EOI Release Date: 3rd March 2025
 - Last Date for Submission of EOI: 13th March 2025 (12:00 Noon)
 - EOI Opening Date: 13th March 2025 (04:00 PM)
 - Submission Mode: Sealed envelope via Registered/Speed Post
 
3. Tender Fee & Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):
- Tender Fee: Not mentioned
 - EMD: Not specified in the document
 
4. Objectives:
- To provide skill development training to Women Self-Help Groups (WSHG), Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO), and Agricultural Entrepreneurs.
 - To promote value addition in Jute through diversified product development.
 - To support women empowerment and farmer income enhancement through sustainable jute-based businesses.
 - To create entrepreneurship opportunities in the Jute sector.
 

5. Scope of Work:
- Conduct 30-day training programs for groups of 20 trainees each.
 - Equip trainees with Jute processing and diversified product development skills.
 - Provide essential tool kits including scissors, measuring tapes, scales, and other materials.
 - Supply raw materials and study materials for hands-on training.
 - Engage Master Trainers/Resource Persons for training delivery.
 - Offer stipends to trainees for the duration of the training.
 - Organize room rental and transportation for training purposes.
 - Manage reporting, certification, and monitoring of training activities.
 
6. Eligibility Criteria for Training Partners:
- Legal Registration: The NGO/WSHG/FPO must be a registered entity.
 - Experience Requirement: At least 2 years of experience in similar training assignments.
 - Previous Work Evidence: Must provide photographs and work orders from past projects.
 - Preferred Certification: NGOs empaneled with the National Jute Board (NJB) will be given preference.
 
7. Selection Criteria:
- Experience in Jute Training Programs
 - Availability of Certified Trainers
 - Previous Successful Projects in Skill Development
 - Proposal Compliance with Cost & Operational Guidelines
 
8. Eligible Beneficiaries:
- Women Self-Help Groups (WSHG)
 - Farmer Producer Organizations (FPO)
 - Agricultural Entrepreneurs
 - Individuals interested in Jute cultivation, processing, and value addition
 
9. Job Roles or Courses Covered:
- Jute Processing & Fiber Extraction
 - Jute Diversified Product Manufacturing
 - Value Addition Techniques in Jute
 - Entrepreneurial Training for Jute-Based Businesses
 
10. Duration of Training:
- 30 days per batch
 - 20 trainees per group
 
11. Payment Conditions:
- Funds will be provided to the selected NGO in phases.
 - Advance disbursement for training setup.
 - Stipend of INR 3,000 per trainee per month.
 - Service charges for the implementing agency included.
 - Final settlement upon submission of training completion reports and vouchers.
 
12. Other Terms & Conditions:
- Monitoring & Approval: The CDAO/Collector of the district must approve the trainee selection list.
 - Training Implementation: The selected NGO must adhere to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with CDAO.
 - Performance Monitoring: CDAO will appoint officers to oversee program execution and report returns.
 - Non-Compliance Penalty: Any deviation from guidelines may lead to disqualification or cancellation of the agreement.
 - Right to Reject: The authority reserves the right to reject any or all EOIs without assigning any reason.
 
13. How to Submit Proposal:
- Submission Mode: 
- Sealed Envelope Submission by Registered/Speed Post.
 - Superscribed as: “Application for engagement of NGO for implementation of the programme on WSHG/ FPO/ Agril. Entrepreneur on value addition of Jute & Jute Diversified product under the scheme IAP Non-Paddy crops Jute, Mesta & Sun Hemp for the year 2024-25 for Puri district.”
 
 - Address for Submission: Chief District Agriculture Officer, Puri
Email: ddapuri.dag@nic.in 
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