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Conduct a qualitative sociological study using focus group discussions (FGDs) to examine the current situation, emerging challenges, barriers and potential policy responses related to financial supp

UNICEF

Published: Aug 20, 2026

Updated: Aug 30, 2026

Source: UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace

About This Opportunity

UNICEF - Request for proposal

This is a services contract in the social protection, Youth, gender and inclusion, governance and public administration and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Disability Inclusion. Located in Uzbekistan, Central Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before September 7, 2026.

Published through UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace, part of the United Nations system, which follows UN procurement standards. UN-funded opportunities are typically open to vendors registered in the UN Global Marketplace for services in the social protection sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Agency: UNICEF | Reference: LRPS -2026-9205756 | Type: Request for proposal UNICEF Uzbekistan Office invites qualified local institutions to submit proposals for:Conducting a qualitative sociological study using focus group discussions (FGDs) on financial support for women during pregnancy and the early period of breastfeeding and childcare in Uzbekistan.The assignment aims to examine women’s experiences in accessing maternity-related social protection and family-friendly employment measures, identify key barriers, and develop practical recommendations for more inclusive and responsive policies.TheTechnical ProposalandFinancial (Commercial) Proposalmust be submitted intwo separate emailsto:tashkentsupply@unicef.orgDeadline:07 September 2026, 18:00 Tashkent time.The Financial Proposal must be submitted in anon-editable and password-protected format. Any proposal sent to, or copied to, another email address may be disqualified.For full information on the scope of work, requirements, evaluation criteria and submission instructions, please refer to theattached solicitation documents and Terms of Reference (TOR). DOCUMENTS AND LINKS: • Annex B- Terms of Reference.pdf: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadDocument?noticeId=311707&documentId=2081863 • Annex_C_Financial_Offer_Template_FGD_2026.xlsx: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadDocument?noticeId=311707&documentId=2081864 • Annex_D_Mandatory_Documents_Checklist_FGD_2026.xlsx: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadDocument?noticeId=311707&documentId=2081865 • Download all documents: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadAllDocuments?noticeId=311707 CONTACT: • Email: tashkentsupply@unicef.org

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace and was originally published on August 20, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About UNICEF

UNICEF has issued 1,650 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 172 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Education & Training, and Governance & Public Administration. Tenders span 10 countries including El Salvador, Senegal, and Venezuela. Notices are distributed via UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace. Most recent publication: August 29, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Uzbekistan. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 7, 2026. You have 7 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by UNICEF in Uzbekistan. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Social Protection & Welfare sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.