RFP for Accelerating Digital Startups & Entrepreneurs, Afghanistan

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SECTION 2: INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERSGENERAL1.ScopeProposers are invited to submit a proposal for the services specified in Section 5: Terms of Reference, in accordance with this Request for Proposal (RFP). A summary of the scope of the proposal is included in Section 3: Data Sheet.Proposers shall adhere to all the requirements of this RFP, including any amendment made in writing byUNDP. This RFP is conducted in accordance with Policies and Procedures ofUNDPwhich can be accessed atUNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures/Procurement.As part of the bid, it is desired that the Bidder registers at the United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) website (www.ungm.org). The Bidder may still submit a bid even if not registered with the UNGM. However, if the Bidder is selected for contract award, the Bidder must register on the UNGM prior to contract signature.2.Interpretation of theRFPAny proposal submitted will be regarded as an offer by the proposer and does not constitute or imply the acceptance of the proposal byUNDP.UNDPis under no obligation to award a contract to any proposer as a result of this RFP.3.Supplier Code of Conduct, Fraud, Corruption, Gifts and HospitalityAll proposers must read the United Nations Supplier Code of Conduct and acknowledge that it provides the minimum standards expected of suppliers to the UN. The Code of Conduct, which includesprinciples on labour, human rights, environment and ethical conductmay be found at:https://www.un.org/Depts/ptd/about-us/un-supplier-code-conductMoreover, suppliers should note that certain provisions of the Code of Conduct will be binding on the supplier in the event that the supplier is awarded a contract, pursuant to the terms and conditions of any such contract.UNDP strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of UNDP vendors and requires all bidders/vendors observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. UNDP’s Anti-Fraud Policy can be found athttp://www.undp.org/content/undp/en/home/operations/accountability/audit/office_of_audit_andinvestigation.html#antiBidders/vendors shall not offer gifts or hospitality of any kind to UNDP staff members including recreational trips to sporting or cultural events, theme parks or offers of holidays, transportation, or invitations to extravagant lunches or dinners.In pursuance of this policy,UNDP:(a)Shall reject a proposal if it determines that the selected proposer has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for the contract in question;(b)Further to the UNDP’s vendor sanctions policy, shall declare a vendor ineligible, either indefinitely or for a stated period, to be awarded a contract if at any time it determines that the vendor has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for, or in executing a UNDP contract.4.Eligible proposersProposers shall have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract withUNDP.A proposer, and all parties constituting the proposer, may have the nationality of any country with the exception of the nationalities, if any, listed inSection 3: Data Sheet. A proposer shall be deemed to have the nationality of a country if the proposer is a citizen or is constituted, incorporated, or registered and operates in conformity with the provisions of the laws of that country.All proposers found to have a conflict of interest shall be disqualified. Proposers may be considered to have a conflict of interest if they are or have been associated in the past, with a firm or any of its affiliates that have been engaged byUNDPto provide consulting services for the preparation of the design, specifications, Terms of Reference, cost analysis/estimation and other documents to be used for the procurement of the services required in the present procurement process; were involved in the preparation and/or design of the programme/project related to the services requested under this RFP; or are found to be in conflict for any other reason, as may be established by, or at the discretion of UNDPand/or are found to be in conflict for any other reason, as may be established by, or at the discretion of UNDP.In the event of any uncertainty in the interpretation of a potential conflict of interest,Bidders must disclose to UNDP, and seek UNDP’s confirmation on whether or not such a conflict exists.Similarly, the Bidders must disclose in their proposal their knowledge of the following:a)If the owners, part-owners, officers, directors, controlling shareholders, of the bidding entity or key personnel are family members of UNDP staff involved in the procurement functions and/or the Government of the country or any Implementing Partner receiving services under this RFP; andb)All other circumstances that could potentially lead to actual or perceived conflict of interest, collusion or unfair competition practices.Failure to disclose such an information may result in the rejection of the proposal or proposals affected by the non-disclosure.The eligibility of Bidders that are wholly or partly owned by the Government shall be subject to UNDP’s further evaluation and review of various factors such as being registered, operated and managed as an independent business entity, the extent of Government ownership/share, receipt of subsidies, mandate and access to information in relation to this RFP, among others.Conditions that may lead to undue advantage against other Bidders may result in the eventual rejection of the Proposal.Proposers shall not be eligible to submit a proposal if at the time of proposal submission:·is included in the Ineligibility List, hosted byContactsLinksUNSPSC codesEmail address:procurement.af@undp.orgSurname:Procurement UnitLinkhttps://estm.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/fscmUI/redwood/supplier-registration/register-supplier/register-supplier-verification?id=TUW16eK6qcr65MdIwwPNMoYCOHny7FmchTkUHQSQj2Zd57rfTCL98StNsw%3D%3DSupplier Registrationhttps://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_negotiation.cfm?nego_id=40892UNDP Procurement Notices Adhttps://procurement-notices.undp.org/sharepoint/login.cfmPlease click on this link before accessing the Negotiation Document(s) linkhttps://undp.sharepoint.com/sites/Docs-Public/Procurement/Forms/AllItems.aspx?env=Embedded&isAscending=false&FilterType1=Text&sortField=Modified&FilterField1=NegotiationNumber&FilterValue1=UNDP-AFG-00756Negotiation Document(s)https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_negotiation_dlink.cfm?nego_id=40892Direct link to Quantum NegotiationCollapse allExpand allJ-Services80000000-Management and Business Professionals and Administrative Services80100000-Management advisory services80101500-Business and corporate management consultation services80101501-New business start up consultation services80101502-Corporate mergers consultation services80101503-Corporate divestiture consultation services80101504-Strategic planning consultation services80101505-Corporate objectives or policy development80101506-Organizational structure consultation80101507-Information technology consultation services80101508-Business intelligence consulting services80101509-Government affairs and community relations consultation service80101510-Risk management consultation service80101511-Human resources consulting service80101512-Actuarial consulting services80101513-Process and procedures management consultation service© 2025 - United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) •Terms and Conditions•Site Map•&nbspGlossaryHide or show accessible throbber.Loading...We are processing your request. 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