Activation of Manufacturing Capabilities and commercial operations at the Engine
About This Opportunity
UNDP - Request for proposal
This is a services contract in the education and training, health and medical services, architecture and engineering, construction and civil works and information and communication technology sectors, with a focus on Rehabilitation, Quantity Surveying and Vocational Training. Located in Uganda, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 31, 2026.
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Description
Agency: UNDP | Reference: UNDP-UGA-00557 | Type: Request for proposal
IntroductionTitle: Hiring of a Consultant Firm to carry out the Activation of Manufacturing Capabilities and commercial operations at the Engineering Development and Innovation Centre (EDiC) - Kampala UgandaObjective of the AssignmentLeadership and Governance:·Design and implement a governance structure that ensures strategic oversight, accountability, financial sustainability, and alignment with national and international manufacturing operations standards.·Develop and implement leadership frameworks that promote a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.·Define clear roles and responsibilities for management, technical staff, and support functions.World-Class Manufacturing Operations:·Develop, implement and transfer knowledge on operational models for efficient production, maintenance, and supply chain management across all specialized workshops and labs (CNC, Additive Manufacturing, Welding, Foundry, Electrical and Electronics).·Establish, implement and transfer knowledge on systems for data-driven decision-making, process optimization, and lean manufacturing.·Design, implement, and transfer knowledge on operational protocols that support demand-driven manufacturing and reverse engineering capabilities.Robust Quality Management Systems (QMS):·Design, implement and transfer knowledge on QMS aligned with international standards (ISO 9001:2015).·Establish, implement and transfer knowledge on quality assurance protocols for product development, manufacturing, and testing.·Create systems for documentation, traceability, and continuous quality improvement.·Develop, implement and transfer knowledge on quality control procedures for incoming materials, in-process production, and final products.·Establish, implement and transfer knowledge on calibration and metrology systems to ensure precision manufacturing.Engineering Human Capacity Building:·Develop and implement occupational training curricula in tooling and precision manufacturing operations.·Establish and implement apprenticeship and mentorship programs that integrate theory with practical application in tooling and precision manufacturing.·Develop and implement training modules that leverage EDiCs advanced precision tooling and manufacturing equipment and technology.·Build upon the successful TIER programme to create a scalable, sustainable training model.Commercial Capabilities and Revenue Generation:·Develop and implement commercial strategies to achieve the $250,000/month revenue target.·Establish systems for cost estimation, quoting, and contract management for tooling jobs.·Design and implement customer relationship management and account management systems.·Develop market positioning and brand strategies for the Tool, Die and Mold (TDM) sector leadership.·Establish systems for demand-driven manufacturing and client order management.Scope of WorkConsidering the objective of the assignment, the assignment shall cover the integrated components as detailed below:Component 1: Inception and Diagnostic Assessment·Conduct a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of EDiCs current state (governance structures, manufacturing operations processes, quality management systems, human resources, training programmes, and commercial capabilities).·Review the centres strategic vision, operational plans, business models, existing policies, and the TIER programme implementation.·Benchmark EDiC against comparable world-class manufacturing and engineering centers.·Conduct stakeholder consultations (EDiC management, STI-OP officials, representatives from development partners, selected industry partners, and academic institutions such as MUST and Makerere University CEDAT) .·Review legal and regulatory frameworks governing public sector entities in Uganda.·Assess current equipment, infrastructure, technical capabilities, and existing skill sets of recruited staff.Component 2: Systems and Framework Development·Develop a governance framework (organizational structure, policies, decision-making protocols, accountability mechanisms, financial management systems).·Design operational models for manufacturing (production planning & Scheduling, plant maintenance, supply chain, inventory management).·Draft a Quality Management System manual (policies, procedures, standards, work instructions) aligned with ISO 9001:2015.·Facilitate the attainment of ISO 900:2015 certificate·Develop Quality Control Plans for each workshop and product category.·Develop competency-based curricula and training modules for engineering human capacity building (building on the TIER programme).·Design monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks for all operational areas.·Develop commercial frameworks including cost estimation models, quoting systems, and customer relationship management protocols.·Develop partnership frameworks with academic institutions, private sector, and development partners.Component 3: Implementation, Training, and Pilot Operations·Implement governance struct
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