Shipping & Delivery Policy
The term "shipping and delivery policy" in the context of schools in Odisha typically refers to the procedures for distributing school uniforms, textbooks, and potentially other supplies to students, often through the Mid-Day Meal program or other initiatives. This can involve transportation from a central location or vendor to the schools, and potentially even directly to students' homes or bus stops.
Here's a breakdown of the key aspects:
1. School Uniforms and Textbooks:
Procurement and Distribution:
The state government may procure uniforms and textbooks from authorized vendors (often MSE Manufacturing units or WSHG Tailoring units).
Delivery to Schools:
These items are typically delivered to schools, often with the involvement of a transport agent and oversight from school authorities.
Quality Control:
There are procedures for inspecting the quality and quantity of delivered items, ensuring they meet specifications and standards
Payment:
Payments for these items are usually made electronically to the vendors.
Record Keeping:
Schools are expected to maintain records of the received supplies for audit and inspection purposes.
2. Mid-Day Meal Program:
Food Grain Delivery:
The Mid-Day Meal program involves the delivery of food grains (primarily rice) from FCI godowns to schools.
This often involves the selection of transport agents through a tender process.
Quality Assurance:
Inspections and quality checks are conducted during the rice delivery process to ensure it meets the required standards. Cooked Meals:
The program also involves the delivery of cooked meals to schools, often from centralized kitchens.
Timely Delivery:
Emphasis is placed on timely delivery of food grains and cooked meals to ensure uninterrupted meal service at schools.
3. Other Aspects:
Transport Allowance:
In some cases, students may receive a transport allowance (e.g., for travel to remote schools), which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.
School Bus Safety:
There are guidelines for school bus transportation, including the presence of an attendant and adherence to safety standards. Delivery to Bus Stops:
In some cases, children may be handed over to parents or authorized persons at designated bus stops.
Online Delivery of Services:
The government also utilizes online platforms and assisted service delivery facilities to improve service delivery.