EOI from NGO/CBO for Empanelment for HIV/AIDS Intervention | Uttarakhand State AIDS Control Society

Key Information at a Glance

Detailed Summary of the Expression of Interest (EOI)

1. Introduction and Background

The Uttarakhand State AIDS Control Society (USACS) invites applications from eligible Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) for empanelment to implement various interventions under the National AIDS and STD Control Programme (NACP). The project is funded through Domestic Budgetary Support (DBS) from the National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO), a division of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The primary goal is to reduce the burden of HIV/AIDS in the country by providing prevention, testing, treatment, and outreach services to vulnerable populations. Crucially, this is a call for applications to be shortlisted and not a request for proposals (RFP) for specific projects.

2. Eligibility Criteria

• Presence: NGOs/CBOs must have a physical presence and be active in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
• Legal Status: Must be registered as a Society, Trust, or Company.
• Experience: Must be active in community work. Experience in the health and HIV sector, specifically with projects supported by SACS/DACS, is highly desirable. Experience with community development projects is also an advantage.

3. Application Process and Key Dates

• Submission Format: Applications must be submitted in the specified format available on the USACS website.
• Submission Portal: All applications must be submitted through the ‘ukenders’ online portal.
• Last Date: The deadline for submission of the EOI is 05.09.2026.
• Submission Address (for physical correspondence): The Project Director, Uttarakhand State AIDS Control Society, Directorate of Medical, Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of Uttarakhand, Shashtradhara Road, Danda Lakhund, Gujarat, Dehradun (UK).
• Contact: Ph- (0135)2608885; Email: proc.usacs@gmail.com / uksacs1@gmail.com; Website: www.usacs.org.in

4. Scope of Work

The selected NGOs/CBOs will be responsible for the following key components of the Targeted Interventions (TI) and Link Worker Scheme (LWS) for high-risk and vulnerable populations, including Female Sex Workers (FSW), Men who have Sex with Men (MSM), Transgenders (TG), Injecting Drug Users (IDUs), and Bridge Populations (Truckers, Migrants, and Prisoners).

1. Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC):
   • Conduct individual and group sessions (peer counseling) to promote safe practices.
   • Create an enabling environment to reduce risk and vulnerability.
   • Develop and utilize context-specific Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials.
2. Access to HIV Prevention, Testing, and Treatment Services:
   • Provide access to STI services (symptomatic and asymptomatic) through project-based clinics, fixed-day outreach clinics, and referral clinics.
   • Establish and manage Drop-In Centers (DICs) as per project requirements.
   • Distribute prevention commodities like condoms, lubes, and sterile needles/syringes.
   • Ensure linkages to ICTC, ART centers, Community Support Centers, NTEP (TB programme), Government OST centres, and detoxification services.

5. Expected Deliverables and Performance

• Staffing: Maintain a dedicated, full-time staff as per project provisions and ensure their compliance with their Terms of Reference (TOR).
• Service Provision: Regularly provide all stipulated services (including condom/lube distribution) to the designated target groups.
• Performance: Meet all performance indicators agreed upon in the contract, including service uptake and linkages.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate financial records and project documents and report to SACS, TSU, and NACO as per schedule.
• Support: Assist in implementing the TI Revamped Strategy, including Programmatic Mapping and Population Size Estimation (MPSE) and HIV Sentinel Surveillance (HSS).
• Advocacy & Linkages: Advocate with local stakeholders to create an enabling environment and link the target community with various social protection schemes.

6. Required Documents

Applicants must submit self-attested copies of the following documents with their application:

• Valid Society Registration Certificate / Trust Deed.
• Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA).
• Audited Statements (3 years for NGOs, 1 year for CBOs) and Annual Reports.
• PAN Card and recent Income Tax Returns (ITR).
• NITI Aayog (Darpan Portal) Registration Number.
• List of Executive Committee/Governing Board members with contact details.
• Resolution from the Executive Committee/Governing Board authorizing the submission of the EOI.
• Minutes of Executive Committee/Governing Board meetings (3 years for NGOs, 1 year for CBOs).
• Affidavits confirming no corrupt practices, no blacklisting/debarment by any government or international agency, and no conflict of interest with SACS/TSU staff.
• Registration under Section 12A or 80G of the Income Tax Act (if applicable).

7. Conflict of Interest

The EOI includes a strict conflict of interest clause. NGOs/CBOs and their personnel/agents are prohibited from engaging in any activities that conflict with the project’s objectives. They must also avoid close business or family relationships with SACS/NACO staff involved in the selection or project supervision. Failure to comply can result in immediate termination of the contract.

Important Note

This EOI is a pre-qualification step for empanelment. Being shortlisted does not guarantee a specific project contract. The final selection and terms of engagement will be detailed in subsequent stages of the procurement process.

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