Project for Co-creation of Precision and Digital Agriculture for Enhancing Innovation Ecosystem and Sustainability in the Agri-food Chain in Brazil (Implementation Phase)

This tender concerns the implementation phase of a project in Brazil focused on co-creating precision and digital agriculture to enhance the innovation ecosystem and sustainability within the agri-food chain. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) is seeking consultant services for this initiative. The project aims to leverage advanced technologies such as IoT, big data, and AI to improve agricultural practices, increase productivity, and promote sustainable farming methods in Brazil. It will focus on fostering collaboration between researchers, technology providers, farmers, and other stakeholders to develop and implement innovative solutions. Key activities may include pilot projects, capacity building, policy recommendations, and the establishment of a supportive ecosystem for digital agriculture. The goal is to contribute to a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable agri-food sector in Brazil, enhancing its competitiveness and addressing food security challenges. Responses to inquiries were posted on February 17th.

This is a consulting contract in the agriculture and food security and information and communication technology sectors, with a focus on Agritech and Digital Identity. Located in Brazil, Latin America, 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 agriculture and food security 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.