RFP - For Development And Deployment of Decision Support System For NCIS

NATURE CONSERVANCY INDIA SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR DEVELOPMENT AND DEPLOYMENT OF DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR NCIS The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in 76 countries and territories. Founded in 1951, TNC's mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. With our core values of integrity beyond reproach, respect for people communities and culture, and commitment to diversity we aim at environmental conservation through lasting tangible results. TNC has been advancing projects in India since 2017 to support India's efforts to "develop without destruction". We work closely with the Indian government, research institutions, other NGOs, private sector organizations and local communities to develop science-based, on-the-ground, scalable solutions for some of the country's most pressing environmental challenges. Nature Conservancy India Solutions Private Limited (NCIS) is a Private Limited Company incorporated under The Companies Act, 2013. It is a subsidiary of The Nature Conservancy, one of the largest not-for-profit conservation organisations in the world. NCIS was incorporated with the objective of providing research, consulting, technical support, and advisory services to various stakeholders in and outside India relating to conservation of nature, environment, biodiversity, and climate change. PURPOSE The Aravalli Green Wall project was announced by the Government of India (MOEFCC) in March 2023 with a vision to create green corridors across the country to combat land degradation and desertification. Aravalli Range, one of the oldest geological features on the planet, runs from Northeast to Southwest spanning a length of 692 km through the states of Delhi, Haryana (6 districts), Rajasthan (17 districts) and Gujarat (5 districts). This undulating terrain stands as a wall checking the expansion of the Thar desert eastwards and is characterized by rich floral and faunal diversity. This ecologically sensitive and mineral rich area is under threat from various developmental activities. Hence, the Aravalli Green Wall Project aims to restore the ecological health of the Aravalli range and foster sustainable development and provide livelihood opportunities for the local communities through afforestation, agro-forestry and water conservation activities that would not only generate income but also provide employment, food security and social benefits. TNC in India: Nature Conservancy India Solutions is presently implementing the Aravalli Green Wall Landscape (AGWL) Programme. Given the requirement of the AGWL project and to provide single window access to all relevant data and information on Aravalli to all stakeholders, Aravalli Green Wall Decision Support System (AGWL DSS) has a critical role to play in bringing in timely and reliable relevant data access, thereby, easing the conservation and restoration of the Aravalli.

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is a leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in 76 countries and territories. Founded in 1951, TNC's mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. With our core values of integrity beyond reproach, respect for people communities and culture, and commitment to diversity we aim at environmental conservation through lasting tangible results. TNC has been advancing projects in India since 2017 to support India's efforts to "develop without destruction". We work closely with the Indian government, research institutions, other NGOs, private sector organizations and local communities to develop science-based, on-the-ground, scalable solutions for some of the country's most pressing environmental challenges. Nature Conservancy India Solutions Private Limited (NCIS) is a Private Limited Company incorporated under The Companies Act, 2013. It is a subsidiary of The Nature Conservancy, one of the largest not-for-profit conservation organisations in the world. NCIS was incorporated with the objective of providing research, consulting, technical support, and advisory services to various stakeholders in and outside India relating to conservation of nature, environment, biodiversity, and climate change.