When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on June 17, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

It was issued by United Nations Development Programme. The work is located in Sierra Leone.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Proven experience in SME business development and export facilitation. Expertise in delivering capacity-building, mentorship, and technical advisory services. Track record of supporting trade and partnerships with international enterprises. Ability to produce investment-ready business documentation. Experience in projects targeting African or emerging markets.

Business Development Services for Technical Assistance, Business Support, and Training (Closed)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Sierra LeonePosted: June 3, 2026Deadline: June 17, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a provider to deliver technical assistance, business support, and training for SMEs in Sierra Leone to enhance competitiveness, export readiness, and integration with Japanese and global markets.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a legally registered firm authorized to operate in Sierra Leone or internationally with demonstrated operational presence or partnerships in Sierra Leone
Must have at least 5 years of proven experience in business development services
Must have demonstrated experience in designing and implementing SME capacity-building initiatives
Must have a proven track record in supporting SMEs to access regional and international markets
Must have a team of at least 3 technical experts, including one team leader
Team leader must have a Master's degree in business administration, International Trade, Economics, Private Sector Development, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, or related fields
Team leader must have at least 5 years of professional experience in SME development, export promotion, international trade facilitation, or private sector competitiveness programmes
Technical experts must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in International Trade, Economics, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Business Development, or related field
Technical experts must have at least 3 years of professional experience in SME development, export promotion, international trade facilitation, or private sector competitiveness programmes

CONTRACT DURATION

4 months

TIMELINE

Inception Report and SME Diagnostic Report due 2 weeks after contract signing.

Capacity Building, Mentorship, and Technical Assistance Programme delivered 8 weeks after contract signing.

SME Export Readiness and Market Linkage Support Report due 12 weeks after contract signing.

Final Assignment Report due 14 weeks after contract signing.

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Issuing Agency

United Nations Development Programme

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DESCRIPTION

This project seeks a provider of business development services to deliver technical assistance, business support, and training. The assignment is focused on strengthening the competitiveness, export readiness, and market integration capacity of selected small and medium enterprises (SMEs), enabling them to effectively engage in trade and business partnerships with Japanese enterprises and access new regional and global market opportunities.

The selected provider will design and implement tailored capacity-building programs, training sessions, mentorship, and coaching. In addition, the firm will offer technical advisory and practical business support services to improve productivity, operational efficiency, competitiveness, and compliance with market requirements. The provider will also assist the selected agency in developing or refining export strategies, market entry plans, company profiles, pitch decks, and investment-ready documentation. Progress will be tracked throughout the assignment, with a focus on business performance improvements, partnership opportunities, and enhanced market engagement outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on June 17, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by United Nations Development Programme. The work is located in Sierra Leone.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Proven experience in SME business development and export facilitation
Expertise in delivering capacity-building, mentorship, and technical advisory services
Track record of supporting trade and partnerships with international enterprises
Ability to produce investment-ready business documentation
Experience in projects targeting African or emerging markets

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