Request for Proposal (RFP) for End line Assessment of Access to Iron-Contamination-Free and Fluoride-Contamination-Free Drinking Water
Jal Seva Charitable Foundation (JSCF)
Apply by: 28th Feb 2026
Request for Proposal (RFP) for End line Assessment of Access to Iron-Contamination-Free and Fluoride-Contamination-Free Drinking Water
Date of Issue: 19th Feb 2026
Last date for submission of quotation: 28th Feb 2026
About the Organization:
Jal Seva Charitable Foundation (JSCF) is registered in India as a not-for-profit company under Chapter 8 of the Companies Act, 2013. JSCF is an associate member of WaterAid International and uses the brand name ‘WaterAid’ in India.
JSCF or WaterAid India seeks to improve access to clean water, decent toilets, and good hygiene for everyone, everywhere. Our work is focused on the following themes:
- Safe, assured drinking water at a household level.
- Safely managed sanitation.
- Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) in institutions (Anganwadi, schools, and health care facilities).
- Hygiene education and behaviour change.
WaterAid India country office is based in New Delhi with State Offices in Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Raipur, and Patna. WaterAid India currently works in 11+ states across the country. As a direct implementing agency, WaterAid India district and block-level teams are located close to our intervention villages. Further information regarding WaterAid India can be found online: https://www.wateraid.org/in/
Background: Jalseva Charitable Foundation has implemented a safe drinking water initiative aimed at improving community access to:
- Iron-contamination-free waterthrough installation and operationalization of Iron Removal Plants (IRPs) at Barkote block of Debagarh District of Odisha; and
- Fluoride-contamination-free water through installation and operationalization of Fluoride Removal Plants (FRPs) at Komna block of Nuapda district of Odisha.
- The intervention has been implemented in selected project villages where groundwater sources were previously contaminated with excessive iron and fluoride levels exceeding permissible limits set by national standards for drinking water quality.
The project aimed at:
- Improve access to adequate safe and potable drinking water
- Strengthen community-based management of water purification systems
- Promote awareness and behavioral change regarding safe water usage
- Reduce health risks associated with fluoride contamination and expenses related to water borne diseases.
- An independent end line assessment is required to evaluate the above-mentioned objectives.
2. Objectives of the End line Assessment
The overall objective of the assessment is to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency, relevance, and outcome of the installed Iron Removal Plants (IRPs) and Fluoride Removal Plants (FRPs).
Specific objectives include:
- Assess the extent to which target households have access to iron- and fluoride-safe drinking water.
- Measure changes in water quality parameters compared to baseline levels.
- Evaluate utilization patterns of IRPs and FRPs.
- Assess user satisfaction and community perception.
- Examine functionality, maintenance, and sustainability mechanisms.
- Identify health and socio-economic changes attributable to improved water access.
- Provide actionable recommendations for scaling and improvement.
3. Scope of Work
The selected consultant/firm will undertake the following tasks:
3.1 Methodology
The assessment should use a mixed-method approach including:
- Household surveys based on the questionnaire. The questionnaire will be provided by JSCF and filling of the questionnaire will not take more than 40 minutes for a household. The response from the households to be collected using smartphones.
- Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), (Sarpanches and VWSC members)
- Technical inspection of IRPs and FRPs
Sampling should include:
- Direct beneficiary households. Questionnaire will be administered with 70 households in 7 villages (list will be provided) of Barkote block of Debagarh District of Odisha and 30 households of 2 villages (list will be provided) of Nuapada District of Odisha.
- Key informant interviews with VWSC members and Sarpanches (2 Sarpanches at Debagarh and 1 at Nuapada)
3.2 Key Evaluation Questions
The evaluation should address, but not be limited to:
Access & Coverage
- What percentage of households are accessing treated water?
- How much time they spend in collecting water?
- Do they collect adequate water for drinking and cooking?
Water Quality
- Are iron and fluoride levels within permissible standards?
- Is water quality consistent over time?
Utilization & Behavior Change
- Are households regularly using treated water for drinking and cooking?
- What factors influence adoption or non-use?
Health Outcomes
- Have there been reported reductions in water-related illnesses?
- Have there been reduction in expenses due to water borne diseases?
Functionality
- What proportion of IRPs and FRPs are fully functional?
- Are maintenance systems and financial mechanisms in place?
- Capacity of local committees for long-term management?
Cost-effectiveness
- Is the intervention delivering value for money?
4. Deliverables
The consultant/firm will provide:
- Clean Dataset and Analysis Files
- Draft Endline Assessment Report
- Final Endline Assessment Report (incorporating feedback)
- Executive Summary (2 pages)
- Presentation of Findings (PowerPoint format)
All reports shall be submitted in English.
5. Duration and Timeline
- The assignment is expected to be completed between 7th March 2026 to 20th March 2026.
Indicative timeline:
- 7th to 9th March 2026, two surveyors conduct survey for 3 days in 7 villages of Barkote block of Debagarh District.
- 10th and 11th March 2026, one surveyor conducts survey with 30 families in 2 villages of Komna block of Nuapada District.
- 16th March 2026, submission of draft end line assessment report with data set analysis.
- 20th March 2026, Submission of final report and PPT.
6. Qualifications of the Consultant/Firm
The consultant/firm should have:
- At least 3 years of experience in conducting program evaluations.
- Would have conducted at least 3 program evaluations.
- In case of firm; the firm should be in existence for more than 3 years and valid GST registration for more than 6 months.
7. Proposal Submission Requirements
Interested consultants/firms should submit:
7.1 Technical Proposal
- Profile of consultant/Firm (to include incorporation and other relevant registration details to satisfy the statutory requirements)
- Work plan and timeline
- Team composition and CVs
- Past relevant experience
7.2 Financial Proposal
- Detailed budget limited to Rs 1 lakh for the assignment.
- Payment schedule (to note that no advance will be paid and total payment after deduction of applicable taxes will be made before 31st March 2026)
8. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Individuals and firms with relevant experience and expertise will be considered. The individual/firm quoting the lowest price and willingness to complete the evaluation within prescribed timeframe will be selected.
9. Reporting and Supervision
The consultant/firm will report to State Program Director. Regular progress updates will be required.
10. Ethical Considerations
- Informed consent must be obtained from all respondents.
- Confidentiality and data protection must be ensured.
- Compliance with national research ethics guidelines.
- Gender-sensitive and inclusive evaluation approach.
The proposal (Technical and Financial) should be sent in soft copy over email at by 28th Feb 2026 with subject line“Request for Proposal (RFP) for End line Assessment of Access to Iron-Contamination-Free and Fluoride-Contamination-Free Drinking Water”. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered for the selection process. The selection team will only contact applicant that has been selected.