RFP Technical Assistance support 5 rural municipalities for LoCAL, Nepal

UNCDF

Published: Aug 7, 2026

Updated: Aug 14, 2026

Source: UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace

About This Opportunity

UNCDF - Request for proposal

This is a services contract in the environment and climate, gender and inclusion, information and communication technology, trade and industry and finance and banking sectors, with a focus on Climate Adaptation, Investment, Market Development and Disability Inclusion. Located in Nepal, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 22, 2026.

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Description

Agency: UNCDF | Reference: UNCDF-00684,1 | Type: Request for proposal United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), the UN’s flagship catalytic blended financing platform, supports market development by enabling access to finance in high-risk environments through financial instruments, mechanisms, and advisory services. With a unique mandate, UNCDF blends and deploys grants, loans, and guarantees alongside related advisory support.The LoCAL Nepal project aims to:·Increase availability of climate finance to local government to implement gender-responsive and inclusive climate change adaptation investments;·Address climate change impact at the local level while investing in climate resilient development pathways;·Strengthen the capacities of local governments and their communities for effective adaptation actions that also support their sustainable development.The objective of the assignment is to:Strengthen the capacity of pilot local governments to mainstream climate change adaptation into planning,budgetingand investment processes;Support the effective implementation and institutionalization of Performance-Based Climate Resilience Grants (PBCRGs) under the LoCAL framework in Nepal;Deliver technical assistance to ensure the effective implementation of PBCRG funded Climate Adaptation Investments in LoCAL pilot Local Governments.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 PROCUREMENT UNIT CONTACT: • Email: kullawan.arphasrirat@uncdf.org

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About UNCDF

UNCDF has issued 65 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Finance & Banking, and General Supplies & Services. Tenders span 10 countries including Senegal, Rwanda, and Vanuatu. Notices are distributed via UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace. Most recent publication: August 11, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by UNCDF in Nepal. 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 Environment & Climate 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 Nepal. 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 August 22, 2026. You have 7 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.