RFP for Hands‑On ToT on Value Chain and Export Readiness -MSMEs in Afghanistan
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UNDP - Request for proposal
This is a services contract in the legal services, trade and industry, education and training, security and defense and finance and banking sectors. Located in Afghanistan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before May 25, 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 legal services 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: UNDP | Reference: UNDP-AFG-00809,1 | Type: Request for proposal
The following specific data shall complement, supplement or amend the provisions in Section 2: Instructions to Proposers.
In case there is a conflict, the provisions herein shall prevail over those in Section 2: Instructions to Proposers.Ref. Article in Section 2Specific Instructions / Requirements1.ScopeThe reference number of this Request for Proposal (RFP) isUNDP-AFG-00809The services include the supply ofConduct Hands‑On Training of Trainers (ToT) on Value Chain Quality Improvement and Export Readiness for MSMEsinAfghanistanas further described in Section 5 of this RFP.2.Eligible proposersProposers from all countries are eligible to participate in this proposal process.3.Clarification of solicitation documentsAny request for clarification of solicitation documents must be sent directly I the system through message functionality.ATTENTION: PROPOSALS (OR ANY PART OF IT) SHALL NOT BE SUBMITTED IN THE ABOVE MANNERDeadline for submitting requests for clarifications / questions:5 days before submission deadlinesupplemental information to the RFP and responses / clarifications to queries will be posted directly in the system.4.LanguageAll proposals, information, documents and correspondence exchanged between UNDP and the proposers in relation to this solicitation process shall be in English.5.Partial proposalsSubmitting proposals for parts or sub-parts of the TOR is:Not allowed6.CurrenciesPrices shall be quoted only in the currency indicated in the system.7.Duties and taxesAll prices shall:Be exclusive of VAT and other applicable indirect taxes.8.Proposal validity period90 days9.Proposal securityRequired in the amount of [AFN 360,000.00] or equivalent to [USD 5,600.00]The proposal security will be in the same currency as stipulated in Article 14:(Currencies).Acceptable forms of proposal security☒Proposal security form template set out in Section 7☐Any bank-issued cheque / cashier’s cheque / certified cheque10.Alternative proposalsShall not be considered.11.Pre-proposal conferenceWill be conductedA Pre-Proposal Conference will be held virtually through MS Teams on {18-May-2026, at 09:30 am, Kabul time GMT +04:30} Teams Meeting Link: Microsoft Teams meeting:Join:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/323107768481366?p=6Z8tAXPK29CP0NKMFRMeeting ID: 323 107 768 481 366Passcode: vf9Pd3HJNeed help?|System referenceJoin on a video conferencing deviceTenant key:teams@undp.onpexip.comVideo ID: 122 459 607 9More infoFor organizers:Meeting optionsThe pre-proposal conference is:☐mandatory☒not mandatoryMinutes of the pre-proposal conference will be disseminated directly in the system.12.Site inspectionA site inspection will not be held.13.Instructions for proposal submissionProposals must be submitted directly in the online system.Allowable manner of submitting proposals:The Financial Proposal shall be submitted directly in the system only in the “Commercial section” of the requirements and/or line items/deliverables.
Non-compliance with this instruction may result in rejection of the proposal received.§File Format: PDF File§File names must be be clearly indicative of the file content and uploaded in the relevant section as instructed in the system. File names must be in English or in the language specified in this document as the bid language.§All files must be free of viruses and not corrupted.§It is recommended that the entire Proposal be consolidated into as few attachments as possible.§The proposer should receive an email acknowledging receipt of the proposal by the system.14.Deadline for proposal submissionDeadline for proposal submission is indicated in the portal.
In case of discrepancies between the deadline in the system and deadline indicated elsewhere, the one in the system prevails.15.Proposal OpeningPublic proposal opening willNOTbe held16.Evaluation of technical and financial proposalsEvaluation will be based on:☐Lowest price method (selects the lowest evaluated financial proposal of the technically responsive Proposers)☒Combined scoring method using a distribution ofChoose an item.Technical proposal - financial proposal☐OtherClick or tap here to enter text.The maximum number of technical points is detailed in Section 4: Evaluation CriteriaTo be substantially compliant, Proposers must obtain a minimum threshold of 70% of maximum points from technical evaluation.17.Right to vary requirement at time of awardThe maximum percentage by which quantities may be increased is 25%The maximum percentage by which quantities may be decreased is 25%18.Contract award to one or more proposerUNDP will award a contract to:One Bidder Only19.Type of contract to be awardedContract for Professional Services, Purchase Orderhttp://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/procurement/business/how-we-buy.htmlSee Section 6: for sample contract.20.Expected date for commencement of contract15 July 202621.Conditions
CONTACT:
• Email: teams@undp.onpexip.com
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace and was originally published on May 11, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About UNDP
UNDP has issued 3,113 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 520 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Construction & Civil Works. Tenders span 10 countries including Denmark, El Salvador, and Senegal. Notices are distributed via UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace. Most recent publication: May 20, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Law & Legal Services 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 Afghanistan. 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 May 25, 2026. You have 4 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by UNDP in Afghanistan. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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