EOI for Jute Product Suppliers: Women SHGs & NGOs in AP & Telangana | JCI

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At a Glance: Key Details of the EOI

ParticularsDetails
StateAndhra Pradesh & Telangana
Issuing AuthorityThe Jute Corporation of India Limited (JCI) (Govt. of India Enterprise)
Title of Tender/EOIEmpanelment as Suppliers of Jute Products along with Bio-plastic Covers Stitched
Tender/EOI Reference No.JCI/MKTNG/JDP CO-OPERATIVES -02/2025-2026
Tender FeeNil (Not specified in the document)
EMD (Earnest Money Deposit)Nil (Not specified in the document)
Last Date of Submission16.07.2026
Time of SubmissionNot specified (assume before end of business day on last date)
Mode of SubmissionSpeed Post / Courier / Dropped in a box at JCI Head Office, Kolkata
DOWNLOAD Tender/EOIDOWNLOAD EOI
www.jutecorp.in

1. Introduction

The Jute Corporation of India Limited (JCI), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Textiles, has issued this Expression of Interest (EOI). As the nodal agency for conducting Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations for raw jute, JCI is now expanding its activities to create a sustainable supply chain for Jute Diversified Products (JDPs). This initiative aims to supply jute bags with bio-plastic liners to prestigious institutions like the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD). Through this EOI, JCI seeks to identify and empanel capable social enterprises from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana to become reliable suppliers, thereby promoting local artisans and community-based organizations.

2. Objective

The primary objective of this EOI is to empanel eligible Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Women’s Co-operative Societies, NGOs, and other community-based organizations situated in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The empanelment will authorize these entities to act as suppliers of specified Jute Diversified Products (JDPs) to JCI. This initiative is designed to integrate grassroots-level producers into the formal supply chain, ensuring a steady supply of quality products while supporting social benefit organizations and local communities, including Adivasi groups.

3. Key Dates

  • EOI Issue Date: 16.01.2026
  • Last Date for Submission of EOI: 16.07.2026

4. EMD & Tender Fees

  • Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): The EOI document does not mandate any EMD for the submission of this application for empanelment.
  • Tender Fees: The document does not specify any tender processing fee for downloading or submitting the EOI application.

5. Scope of Work

The scope of work for the empanelled agencies includes:

  • Manufacturing and supplying Jute bags stitched along with Bio-degradable plastic sheets.
  • Adhering to the quality standards and specifications set by JCI.
  • Ensuring uninterrupted supply capacity of a minimum of 2,000 units per day.
  • Maintaining a storage capacity of at least 10,000 units.
  • Delivering the finished products at designated locations specified by JCI, particularly in Tirupati.
  • Submitting daily production status, fabric stock, and dispatch details to JCI.
  • Allowing quality inspections by JCI or its appointed agencies at any time.

6. Eligibility Criteria for Applicant Agencies

This EOI is specifically targeted at social benefit organizations based in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The following entities are eligible to apply:

  • Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Women Co-operative Societies
  • Associations and NGOs registered under the Societies Registration Act
  • Organizations registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act
  • Start-up Organizations
  • Adivasi Communities and similar entities.

Essential Requirements:

  1. Registration: Valid registration certificate evidencing the status of the applicant.
  2. PAN: Permanent Account Number of the organization.
  3. GSTIN: GST Registration is mandatory.
  4. Experience: Minimum 3 months of business experience in executing and supplying Jute or allied natural products (like bags, folders, accessories). If lacking, the experience of associate members or staff in the field must be disclosed.
  5. Financial Turnover: Minimum annual turnover of INR 10 Lakhs (This is not required for Start-ups and Adivasi Communities).
  6. Transaction Capacity: Ability to execute a single transaction value of a minimum of INR 2 Lakhs.
  7. Infrastructure: Must possess facilities for cutting, stitching, trimming, and packing a minimum of 2,000 units per day and a storage capacity of 10,000 units.
  8. Track Record: A good track record for the sale of merchandise in jute and allied materials.

7. Selection Criteria

The selection of agencies for empanelment will be solely at the discretion of JCI. The decision will be based on a thorough evaluation of the following:

  • Verification of all documents submitted as per the essential requirements.
  • The nature and scale of the applicant’s business.
  • Past performance and track record of supplying goods to various organizations.
  • Production capacity (minimum 2000 units/day) and storage capacity (minimum 10,000 units).
  • Details of associated members and their involvement in the manufacturing process.

8. Empanelment Procedure

  1. Application Submission: Interested and eligible agencies must submit a single application in a sealed envelope.
  2. Documentation: The envelope must contain the completed EOI form, signed and stamped on all pages, along with all required supporting documents (registration, PAN, GST, experience proof, turnover details, etc.).
  3. Addressing the Proposal: The sealed envelope should be addressed to the Addl. Deputy Manager (O/M) at the Parvathipuram address and marked with the EOI Number and Date.
  4. Evaluation: JCI will evaluate all applications based on the declared selection criteria.
  5. Empanelment: Successful applicants will be empanelled as suppliers. This empanelment is the first step; actual supply orders will be placed through a separate tender or rate contract process (e.g., from the L1 bidder).

9. Eligible Beneficiaries

The ultimate beneficiaries of this EOI are the grassroots-level producers and artisans. The policy is designed to empower:

  • Members of Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
  • Artisans and workers associated with Women Co-operative Societies
  • Communities served by NGOs and Section 8 companies
  • Members of Adivasi Communities involved in the production process.

JCI will have the right to scrutinize payments made to these empanelled associates to ensure they are the actual beneficiaries.

10. Focus Area

The geographic focus area for applicant organizations is the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The product focus is on Jute Diversified Products (JDPs), specifically Jute bags stitched with Bio-degradable plastic sheets.

11. Duration of Project

The document outlines an empanelment process. The duration of the subsequent agreement for supplying goods will be specified for a “specified period” in a rate contract or tender agreement signed between JCI and the selected agency after empanelment.

12. Funding and Payment Conditions

  • Payment Terms: Payments will be made within 7 working days after the receipt of bills.
  • Billing: Bills must be submitted in duplicate along with a copy of the delivery challan and a certification from JCI’s receiving section confirming quality and quantity.
  • Timely Submission: All documents for payment must be submitted within one week of completing the supplies.

13. Mode of Submission and Address for Submission

  • Mode: Applications can be submitted via Speed Post, Courier, or by physically dropping them into a designated box kept at the JCI Head Office in Kolkata.
  • Address for Submission:
    The Addl. Deputy Manager (O/M)
    The Jute Corporation of India Ltd.
    Inside AMC Market Yard, Rayagada Road,
    Parvathipuram, Andhra Pradesh – 535501
  • Contact: For clarifications, email: ram.kiran@jcmail.in or call 8121888047.

14. Other Important Terms and Conditions

  • Single Application: Only one application per entity is permitted. Multiple proposals will lead to disqualification.
  • Right of Rejection: JCI is not bound to accept any proposal and reserves the full right to discontinue its association with any selected agency for non-compliance with the terms and conditions.
  • Quality Control: The selected agency must abide by a mutually agreed quality control protocol and allow JCI or its inspectors to conduct quality checks at any time.
  • Agreement: Empanelment will be formalized through an agreement that stipulates the sales price and other terms.
  • Delivery: The responsibility for delivering goods to the designated location in Tirupati lies with the selected agency.
  • Postal Delay: JCI will not be responsible for any delays in postal or courier services.

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