Interactive Decision Wizard
Answer 5 questions to see if circular toilet is right for your district
Is your district located in a Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)?
Government Policy Alignment
circular toilet meets or exceeds all major Indian sanitation policy requirements
Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0
✓✓ Exceeds- ✓ODF++ certification support
- ✓Sustainable sanitation systems
- ✓No manual scavenging
- ✓Safe treatment and disposal
- ✓Water conservation focus
Aspirational Toilets & ODF++ Criteria
✓✓ Exceeds- ✓Zero discharge to environment
- ✓No fecal sludge generation
- ✓Safe, hygienic user experience
- ✓Minimal water consumption
- ✓Preventive maintenance systems
CRZ Regulations (2019)
✓ Full Compliance- ✓Zero liquid discharge
- ✓No sewage pipe infrastructure required
- ✓Environmental clearance compatible
- ✓Minimal ground disturbance
- ✓Beach & coastal area compliant
Smart Cities Mission
✓ Full Compliance- ✓IoT-enabled monitoring
- ✓Real-time data dashboards
- ✓Predictive maintenance alerts
- ✓Remote management capability
- ✓Integration with city systems
National FSSM Policy
✓✓ Exceeds- ✓Safe containment
- ✓Professional emptying (no manual)
- ✓Proper treatment before disposal
- ✓Resource recovery alignment
- ✓Decentralized approach
Step-by-Step Procurement Guide
Complete roadmap from evaluation to deployment
Feasibility Assessment
1-2 weeksSite survey and requirement analysis with ReFlow technical team
Required Documents:
- Site location maps
- Expected daily footfall estimates
- Existing infrastructure details
- Power/water availability data
Budget Approval & Funding
2-4 weeksIdentify funding sources and secure internal approvals
Required Documents:
- Cost-benefit analysis report
- Funding source identification
- Budget justification note
- Council/committee approval
Tender Preparation
1-2 weeksPrepare tender documents with technical specifications
Required Documents:
- Technical specifications (provided by ReFlow)
- Evaluation criteria matrix
- Terms and conditions
- Pre-qualification requirements
Vendor Evaluation
2-3 weeksEvaluate proposals based on technical and financial criteria
Required Documents:
- Technical compliance checklist
- Financial bid comparison
- Reference verification
- Site assessment and discharge rules
Contract Award & Deployment
4-8 weeksFinalize contract and begin installation
Required Documents:
- Purchase order
- Delivery schedule
- Installation plan
- Maintenance SLA agreement
Request Procurement Resources
Funding Sources & Financial Models
Multiple pathways to fund your circular toilet deployment
Swachh Bharat Mission 2.0
Central government grants for sustainable sanitation infrastructure
State Urban Development Funds
State-level infrastructure development grants
Smart Cities Mission Funding
For cities under Smart Cities Mission
CSR Partnerships
Corporate Social Responsibility funding from private companies
PPP Models
Public-Private Partnership for installation and operation
15th Finance Commission Grants
Tied grants for water and sanitation
Common Objections & Responses
Evidence-based answers to concerns raised by decision-makers
Cost is too high compared to traditional toilets
Response:
A circular toilet is meant for sites without a sewer. The cost comparison depends on the site, the container size, and how it is operated.
Evidence:
Ask for a site assessment.
We already have sewage infrastructure
Response:
A circular toilet is for places a sewer does not reach, or where a sewer connection is impractical.
Evidence:
Each site is assessed before a unit is placed.
Technology is unproven in India
Response:
A circular toilet treats water inside the container. A public unit is at Lumbini Park, Hyderabad, inaugurated by Telangana ministers in September 2026.
Evidence:
The public unit is at Lumbini Park, Hyderabad.
Maintenance will be complex
Response:
Operators can see status and alerts for the installed unit. Service is still done by the team on the ground.
Evidence:
Maintenance follows the site agreement.
Won't work in our climate/conditions
Response:
The unit can run from its solar array. The site still needs an assessment for access, flooding, and local rules.
Evidence:
The public installation to visit is Lumbini Park, Hyderabad.
Users won't accept new technology
Response:
The public-facing cabin is a staffed toilet. Cleanliness depends on how the site is run.
Evidence:
Cleanliness depends on how the site is run.
Technology Comparison Matrix
How circular toilet stacks up against alternatives
| Criteria | circular toilet (ReFlow) | Traditional Sewered | Bio-Toilets | Other NSS Systems |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Cost (per unit) | ₹15-20 lakhs | ₹8-12 lakhs + sewage pipeline (₹50L-1Cr/km) | ₹3-5 lakhs | ₹10-15 lakhs |
| Operating Cost (annual) | ₹1.2-1.5 lakhs | ₹4-6 lakhs (water + sewage treatment) | ₹2-3 lakhs (water + bacteria) | ₹3-5 lakhs |
| Water Consumption | Zero external water needed | 15-20,000 L/day | 8-10,000 L/day | 5-8,000 L/day |
| Sewage Infrastructure | Not required | Mandatory (₹50L-1Cr/km) | Required for liquid discharge | Often required |
| Environmental Compliance | Designed not to discharge effluent | Requires STP, discharge norms | Partial (liquid discharge) | Varies |
| CRZ Suitability | Assess the site against local coastal rules | Not allowed in many CRZ areas | Conditional approval | Generally not suitable |
| Maintenance Frequency | Quarterly service, IoT monitoring | Daily cleaning + sewage line maintenance | Weekly bacteria dosing + cleaning | Bi-weekly to monthly |
| Uptime Reliability | Depends on the installation and service | 85-90% (pipe blockages) | 80-85% (bacteria failures) | 85-90% |
| Scalability | Modular, any location | Limited by sewage network | Limited by discharge capacity | Site-dependent |
| Smart Features | Full IoT, real-time monitoring | Limited to none | None | Limited |
Detailed Case Studies
The public unit you can visit
Lumbini Park
Hyderabad