REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RfP)
Consultancy for the Design and Operationalization of an Integrated Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Data Architecture and Strategic Dashboard System and Impact Story telling – Great Blue Wall
Organisation: IUCN ESARO – COR Team
Overview
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) invites qualified consultants to submit proposals for a consultancy to design and implement an Integrated MEL Data Architecture and Strategic Dashboard System, including impact storytelling, for the Great Blue Wall (GBW) initiative.
The consultancy aims to strengthen programme performance tracking, reporting, and communication across multiple projects within the Coastal & Ocean Resilience (COR) Programme.
Objective of the Consultancy
The purpose of this consultancy is to:
- Develop a centralised MEL data system
- Consolidate monitoring data across multiple projects
- Enable real‑time performance tracking and reporting
- Improve decision‑making and donor reporting
- Support impact communication through interactive dashboards and narratives
Scope of Work
The selected consultant will:
- Design a structured MEL data architecture
- Develop data integration and automation workflows
- Build interactive dashboards and analytics platforms
- Create reporting templates and workflows
- Provide impact storytelling through data‑driven narratives and case studies
- Deliver training, documentation, and system handover
Key System Features
The system should:
- Consolidate project data into a unified platform
- Support analysis across:
- Projects
- Geographic areas
- GBW thematic pillars
- Provide programme‑level and project‑level dashboards
- Include GIS and spatial analytics components
- Enable data export (Excel, PDF, reports)
- Ensure data quality, governance, and sustainability
Duration
- Total duration: 16 weeks (4 months)
Procurement Timeline
- 7 May 2026: Publication of RfP
- 11 May 2026: Deadline for Expression of Interest
- 13 May 2026: Deadline for questions
- 15 May 2026: Responses to questions
- 20 May 2026: Proposal submission deadline
- 27 May 2026: Clarifications
- 28 May 2026: Planned contract award
- 3 June 2026: Expected start date
Submission Requirements
Proposals must include:
- Signed Declaration of Undertaking
- Pre‑qualification information
- Technical proposal
- Financial proposal
- Evidence of previous work (e.g., portfolio/GitHub)
How to Submit
- Submit proposals via email:
📧 [email protected] - Format:
- PDF only
- Subject line: [RfP Reference – Bidder Name]
- Documents must be password‑protected
- Password to be shared within 12 hours after submission deadline
Pre‑Qualification Criteria
Applicants must:
- Provide 3 relevant references
- Demonstrate legal registration
- Submit turnover for past 3 years
- Show staffing capacity
- Demonstrate minimum 5 years’ experience in dashboards/analytics systems
Technical Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Technical approach and design
- Data integration and automation
- Relevant experience
- GIS and spatial analytics capability
- Impact storytelling ability
- Collaboration and responsiveness
Financial Requirements
- Pricing must be fixed and in USD
- Must include all costs (excluding VAT)
- Provide a detailed cost breakdown
Eligibility Requirements
Bidders must:
- Be legally registered and compliant with taxes
- Be free from conflicts of interest
- Not have a history of fraud, corruption, or misconduct
- Comply with environmental and legal regulations
Evaluation Method
- Technical Score: 70%
- Financial Score: 30%
- Contract awarded to highest combined score
About the Great Blue Wall (GBW)
The GBW is an Africa‑led initiative focused on:
- Ocean conservation
- Climate resilience
- Sustainable blue economy development
It supports:
- Marine conservation
- Blue carbon restoration
- Fisheries and livelihoods
- Youth and women‑led enterprises
- Ocean governance and regional cooperation
How to Apply
- Request or download tender documents
- Review all requirements carefully
- Prepare complete proposal
- Submit via email before deadline
Closing Date
📅 20 May 2026
Important Note
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
- Proposals must remain valid for 90 days