Consultancy for Impact Evaluation and Lessons Learned Documentation

UNCDF

Published: May 21, 2026

Updated: May 21, 2026

Source: UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace

About This Opportunity

UNCDF - Request for proposal

This is a consulting contract in the Monitoring Evaluation, finance and banking and gender and inclusion sectors, with a focus on Impact Assessment and Knowledge Management. Located in Uganda, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before June 9, 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 consulting in the Monitoring Evaluation 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. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Agency: UNCDF | Reference: UNCDF-00636 | Type: Request for proposal BackgroundThe United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), through its FinWise Programme (2024–2029), is implementing a blended finance initiative aimed at improving financial inclusion and sustainable livelihoods for refugees and host communities in Uganda. The initiative supports underserved populations in Kyaka II and Nakivale settlements through affordable financial products, matching grants, financial literacy, and business development support to enhance economic resilience and self-reliance. As part of its learning and accountability agenda, UNCDF seeks to assess the impact, outcomes, sustainability, and lessons learned from the initiative to inform future programming and scale-up of inclusive finance solutions for vulnerable communities.Scope of WorkThe consultancy firm will design and implement a mixed-methods impact assessment study combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. The assignment includes conducting an endline survey, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, and desk reviews of programme documentation and datasets. The consultant will assess programme outcomes and impact, evaluate sustainability and scalability, consolidate lessons learned, and provide actionable recommendations for future interventions supporting refugees and host communities. The assignment will also involve data analysis, report writing, stakeholder validation, and preparation of communication materials including testimonies, presentations, and dissemination reports.Please indicate whether you intend to submit a bid by creating a draft response without submitting directly in the system. This will enable the system to send notifications in case of amendments of the tender requirements. Should you require further clarifications, kindly communicate using the messaging functionality in the system. Offers must be submitted directly in the system following this link:http://supplier.quantum.partneragencies.orgusing the profile you may have in the portal. In case you have never registered before, you can register a profile using the registration link shared via the procurement notice and following the instructions in guides available in UNDP website:https://www.undp.org/procurement/business/resources-for-bidders.Do not create a new profile if you already have one. Use the forgotten password feature in case you do not remember the password or the username from previous registration.Search for the specific tender using search filters and subscribe to the tender in order to get notifications in case of amendments of the tender document. If you need support with the online system, you can contact the contact details of this tender as indicated in the solicitation document.UNCDF OFFICE PROCUREMENT UNIT CONTACT: • Email: diana.nabbanja@uncdf.org

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About UNCDF

UNCDF has issued 29 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Finance & Banking, and General Supplies & Services. Tenders span 9 countries including Senegal, Vanuatu, and Bangladesh. Notices are distributed via UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace. Most recent publication: May 19, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

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

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Uganda. 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 June 9, 2026. You have 19 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.