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Tender Brief SBI Foundation RFP 2026 – CSR Projects for Aquatic Ecosystem Conservation | NGO Funding Opportunity up to ₹4.5 Cr
Tender Description Apply for SBI Foundation’s SBIF CONSERW RFP 2026 focused on aquatic ecosystem conservation. Funding up to ₹4.5 Cr for NGOs with 5+ years experience. Check eligibility, deadlines, and submission details.
Pre-Qualification Criteria
Tender Overview
SBI Foundation invites proposals from eligible NGOs under its SBIF CONSERW (JALDHARA) programme for implementing CSR projects focused on aquatic ecosystem conservation and waterbody rejuvenation in water-stressed regions across India.
Projects will be funded for 2–3 years starting FY 2026–27, with financial support ranging from ₹0.50 Cr to ₹4.50 Cr.
 
 Key Tender Information Table
Particulars
Details
Minimum Average Annual Turnover
₹2 Cr (for projects ₹50L–₹1 Cr) / ₹5 Cr (for projects >₹1 Cr)
Net Worth Requirement
Not explicitly specified
Minimum Experience
5+ years in aquatic ecosystem/CSR projects
Submission Mode
Online (Email submission)
EMD Requirement
Not Applicable
EMD Exemption
Yes (No EMD required)
Tender Fee
Not Applicable
 
Important Dates & Deadlines
Event
Date
Tender Publishing Date
20 March 2026
Pre-Bid / Clarification Deadline
31 March 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline
15 April 2026
Shortlisting Communication
22 April 2026
Presentation (for shortlisted NGOs)
02 May – 08 May 2026
Final Selection Announcement
After 15 May 2026
 Submission Email: sbifconserwrfp@sbifoundation.co.in
 Scope of Work
The selected NGOs will implement projects focused on:
  1. Waterbody rejuvenation and restoration
  2. River and riverbank protection
  3. Spring-shed management
  4. Rainwater harvesting
  5. Watershed and wetland conservation
Key Activities Include:
  1. Baseline studies and site identification
  2. Government approvals and stakeholder coordination
  3. Community mobilization and awareness
  4. Implementation (desilting, bioremediation, recharge systems)
  5. Sustainability planning and capacity building
Preferred locations include water-stressed regions across India, including Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Himalayan states, and Northeast India.
 Pre-Qualification Criteria
Eligible applicants must:
  1. Be a registered NGO/Trust/Society in India
  2. Have minimum 5 years of experience in relevant sector
  3. Have completed at least 3 similar projects
  4. Have minimum 5 permanent employees and 3 board members
  5. Not be blacklisted by any government authority
  6. Have a dedicated technical team (environmentalists, engineers, etc.)
  7. Demonstrate measurable impact in past projects
 Eligibility Criteria
  1. Only non-profit organizations are eligible
  2. Must operate in proposed project geography
  3. Must comply with CSR regulations (Companies Act, 2013)
  4. Must not have political or religious affiliations
 Financial Criteria
  1. Project Budget: ₹50 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Crore
  2. Revenue Requirement:
    1. ₹2 Cr (for projects up to ₹1 Cr)
    2. ₹5 Cr (for projects above ₹1 Cr)
  3. Financial documents (last 3 years) mandatory
 Tender Fee & EMD
  1. Tender Fee: Not Applicable
  2. Earnest Money Deposit (EMD): Not Required
 Submission Guidelines
  1. Submit soft copy via email only before deadline
  2. Use subject line:
    “SBIF CONSERW RFP Aquatic Ecosystem Conservation NGO NAME”
  3. Only one proposal per NGO allowed
  4. Hard copy submission required only if shortlisted
  5. Proposal must include:
    1. Technical proposal
    2. Financial proposal
    3. All annexures and supporting documents
 Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
  1. Alignment with conservation framework
  2. Innovation and sustainability
  3. Implementation strategy and risk mitigation
  4. Monitoring & evaluation approach
  5. Cost efficiency and scalability
 Document Checklist
Applicants must submit the following:
Mandatory Documents:
  1. Proposal Form
  2. Registration Certificate
  3. PAN, 12A, 80G Certificates
  4. IT Returns (last 3 years)
  5. Audited Financial Statements (last 3 years)
  6. Annual Reports (last 3 years)
  7. Organization Profile
Governance & Compliance:
  1. Board Member Details
  2. HR & Finance Policies
  3. CSR-1 Form
  4. Self-declaration (non-discrimination & non-blacklisting)
Project & Technical:
  1. Detailed Budget Sheet
  2. Project Reports & Impact Assessments
  3. MIS/Monitoring System Details
  4. Government approvals (if applicable)
Additional:
  1. GST Certificate
  2. Media coverage / Awards (if any)
  3. Feedback & monitoring mechanisms
(Full checklist available in Annexure II)
 Conclusion

This RFP presents a significant opportunity for NGOs working in environmental sustainability to secure funding from SBI Foundation for impactful, scalable water conservation projects. Organizations with strong technical expertise, financial capacity, and proven field experience are encouraged to apply. 
Minimum Average annual Turnover ₹2 Crore
Net Worth Not explicitly specified
Minimum Experience 5 +Years
Submission Mode Online (Email submission)
EMD Exemption Yes (No EMD Required)
Tender Fee (Number) Not Applicable
EMD (Number) N/A
Mode of EMD Not Mentioned
Estimated Cost N/A
Start Date of Document Collection 20 March 2026
Pre-Bid Meeting Date 31 March 2026
Last Date for Submission 15 April 2026
Opening Date 15 May 2026
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