Advisory Services for the Promotion of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Republic of Cuba

This tender is for advisory services aimed at promoting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Republic of Cuba. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is seeking a consultant to provide expertise in this area. The project's objective is to support the growth and development of Cuba's MSME sector, which plays a crucial role in economic diversification and job creation. The consultant will be expected to assess the current business environment for MSMEs, identify key challenges such as access to finance, technology, and markets, and provide recommendations for policy reforms and support programs. This may include developing strategies for entrepreneurship development, improving business management skills, and facilitating access to resources. Responses to inquiries were published on December 12th, indicating the procurement process is underway.

This is a consulting contract in the trade and industry and general supplies sectors. Located in Global, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through JICA - Japan International Cooperation Agency, a bilateral development cooperation agency. Bilateral agency contracts follow the agency's own procurement guidelines and may have nationality-based eligibility rules for consulting in the trade and industry sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This is a shortlist announcement indicating that firms have been pre-selected for the next phase of the procurement process.