Request for Proposal

Request for Proposal (RFP)

The Feed the Future Nepal USAID Agricultural Inputs (“USAID Agricultural Inputs”) is a new five-year USAID-funded Feed the Future (FTF) activity that aims to increase the availability, accessibility, and use of agricultural inputs and technology to improve Nepal’s agricultural productivity. The activity is implemented by Winrock International in collaboration with five local and international partners.

USAID Agricultural Inputs will enable lead firms, agrovets, input suppliers, local machinery service providers, and Government of Nepal (GON) change agents and farmers to increase productivity, input supply chain efficiency, market system competitiveness, and strengthen the enabling environment in a way that equitably addresses the needs of women, youth, and members of marginalized groups. USAID Agricultural Inputs will benefit 200,000 farmers in the USAID FTF zone of influence.

USAID Agricultural Inputs is seeking services from private sector organizations with extensive expertise and experience in conducting assessments related to technical understanding and business management practices with companies working in the agriculture sector and engagement of private sectors in various agricultural-related interventions.    

How to Apply:

Proposals must be received no later than Nepal Standard Time on Monday, April 1st, 2024, at 5 PM.  Late submissions will not be accepted.  All proposals are to be submitted following the guidelines listed in the (link). 

Request for Proposal - Company assessment

Request For Proposal - Soil Amendment

Financial Proposal

Electronic Submission Address:

Feed the Future Nepal USAID Agricultural Inputs Activity

Email: Rfp.AgInputs@winrock.org

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA): 

Winrock International seeks to cultivate an environment where all vendors relish equal employment opportunities devoid of discrimination, misconduct, fraud, and abuse. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) and Localization guides our practices not just limited to hiring, but also applicable during procurement process. This commitment signifies that we value diversity in all its forms including age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, and cultural background. We welcome and encourage quotes/proposals from vendors of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognizing the rich tapestry of the communities in which we live and work.

Disclaimer:

Issuance of this notice does not oblige USAID Agricultural Inputs to award vendors, nor will USAID Agricultural Inputs pay any costs associated with the preparation or submission of proposals. Furthermore, Winrock International reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, if such action is in the best interest of Winrock International.