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THIS IS A CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR CONSULTANTS

TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT METHODOLOGY TRAINING

The UNDP Zambia is seeking to train 30 National Consultants and is inviting consultants and technical experts to express their interest in participating in the “Supplier Development Methodology” International Training Course.

Background

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are one of the key drivers for economic development, wealth and jobs creation and overall, for the improvement of the quality of life for households. The Government of Zambia has prioritised the MSME sector as a key driver of economic development and this is outlined in the Eighth National Development Plan (2022 – 2026) which has outlined the strategic focus areas that are to be pursued during this period with a focus on the key role that MSMEs will play in economic transformation. The importance of the MSME sector has further been emphasised by the establishment of the Ministry of Small and Medium Enterprise Development whose mandate is to promote the development of cooperatives, small and medium enterprises to create jobs and wealth across the country.

The Supplier Development Methodology

The Supplier Development Programme is a methodology of productive chains with a business and social approach based on the demand for an inclusive value chain, which helps build and improve business relationships between the client companies and its suppliers. The SDP was developed by UNDP and has been successfully implemented in more than 16 countries over 16 years, in basic and advanced industrial sectors, from small companies to well-known brands.

The training will be offered on a competitive basis to consultants and experts who fulfill the required criteria will be awarded.

For more information on the eligibility qualifications, guidelines on the call and templates, interested and qualified Individuals are encouraged to check - the Detailed Terms of Reference for Consultants on the UNDP Procurement Notices.

ALL Proposals and supporting documents must be submitted to UNDP Zambia ONLY through email to procurement.zm@undp.org with the email subject clearly indicated as “National Consultant – Technical support to enterprises selected for the implementation of the Supplier Development Methodology”.

The deadline for the submission of applications is on 11th October 2024, 17:00 Hours (5pm) LUSAKA-Zambia Time. Any application submitted after the deadline will be automatically rejected.

• PLEASE NOTE: UNDP will hold an interactive virtual Pre-Application session to provide more details on the Call for Proposals and answer frequently asked questions. The virtual event details are below.