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 FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

for

Individual Consulting Services

ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANT FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE NATIONAL HIV RESOURCE MOBILIZATION TRAINING MANUAL

October  2026

Letter of Invitation

Dear Sir/Ma:

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) invites proposals for consulting services for the following assignment Engagement of Consultant For Development of the National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual.

 The primary objective of this assignment is to to develop a comprehensive, updated, and standardized National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual to strengthen capacity of national and sub-national stakeholders on sustainable financing of Nigeria’s HIV response

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) will make available the necessary documents and reports and other information concerning this assignment. You may obtain additional information at the following address: National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) Ground Floor No. 3 Zinguinchor Street, Beside AEDC Office, Wuse zone 4, Abuja.

A candidate will be selected on the basis of comparison of Budget presented by the candidates, individual qualifications (Curriculum Vitae and Experience), Technical Approach, Methodology and Workplan

The following forms are attached:

        (a)  Terms of Reference;

        (b) Model of Curriculum Vitae;

        (c) Model of Letter for submitting the Proposal;

        (d) Form for Observations of the Consultant on the Terms of Reference;

Yours sincerely,

Ishahya Dawha

Head Procurement

For Director General

Engagement of Consultant For Development of the National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual.

1.    Background

The National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) is mandated to coordinate and oversee Nigeria’s multi-sectoral response to HIV/AIDS. Over the years, Nigeria’s HIV response has been significantly supported by external development partners. However, the changing global financing landscape, declining donor funding, and increasing domestic demands underscore the urgent need for a sustainable financing framework.

To ensure continuity, efficiency, and long-term impact of HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support services, NACA seeks to develop a comprehensive National Resource Mobilisation and Sustainability Strategy (2026–2030). The Strategy will guide efforts to diversify funding sources, strengthen domestic financing, enhance private sector engagement, and ensure financial sustainability of the national HIV response.

Nigeria has made significant progress in its HIV response through strong government leadership, multisectoral collaboration, and sustained support from development partners. However, declining external funding and growing domestic health priorities have heightened the urgency for sustainable financing mechanisms. Strengthening the capacity of national and subnational actors to mobilize, manage, and track resources is essential to sustaining gains toward epidemic control.

The existing National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual, developed in 2014, provided foundational guidance for stakeholders involved in domestic financing and partnership development. Since its development, Nigeria’s HIV financing landscape has evolved considerably. Key reforms such as increased integration of HIV services into health insurance schemes, expanded private sector engagement, and emerging innovative financing approaches require updated technical guidance and practical tools.

To respond to these changes and align with current policy frameworks, there is a need to develop an updated, comprehensive, and competency-based National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual to guide capacity building for government agencies, civil society organizations, and implementing partners.

2.0 Objective

To develop a comprehensive, updated, and standardized National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual to strengthen capacity of national and sub-national stakeholders on sustainable financing of Nigeria’s HIV response.

2.1 Specific Objectives

1. To review and update existing resource mobilization training materials in line with current national policies and financing frameworks.
2. To develop structured training modules covering domestic financing, partnership development, innovative financing, and sustainability planning.
3. To produce practical tools, templates, and case studies relevant to Nigeria’s HIV financing context.
4. To ensure the manual supports capacity building for national, state, and non-state actors.
5. To validate the training manual through stakeholder consultations and expert review.

Scope and methodology/Specific Tasks

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

Inception Phase

• Hold initial meetings with NACA leadership and key stakeholders.
• Develop and submit an inception report detailing methodology, work plan, stakeholder engagement strategy, and timelines.

Situational Analysis

• Review the 2014 training manual and related capacity development materials
• Analyze current national HIV policies, financing frameworks, and sustainability strategies
• Review global best practices in HIV resource mobilization and health financing training

Stakeholder Engagement

• Conduct key informant interviews with government agencies, development partners, civil society, and private sector stakeholders
• Organize technical working sessions to identify training needs and priority competencies

Development of Training Framework

• Define learning objectives and competency areas
• Design modular training structure
• Develop facilitator guides, participant manuals, and practical tools

Validation and Finalization

• Present draft training manual to stakeholders for review and validation.
• Facilitate national validation workshop
• Incorporate feedback and submit final training manual document.
• Prepare executive summary and presentation for NACA management

3.0 Expected Deliverables

The consultant shall produce:

• Inception Report (within 2 weeks of contract signing)
• Situational Analysis Report
• Develop National HIV Resource Mobilization
• Report of Validation Workshop
• Final Training Manual Document
• Executive Summary and PowerPoint presentation

4.0 Duration of Assignment

The consultancy is expected to be completed within 30 days from the date of contract signing.

Reporting and Supervision

The consultant will report directly to the Director, Performance Management & Resource Mobilization Department of NACA or designated representative. 

5.0 Required Qualifications, Experience and overall scoring creteria

The consultant should have:

• Advanced degree (Master’s) in Public Health, Health Economics, Public Finance, Development Studies, or related field.- 20Marks
• PhD in Public Health, Health Economics, Public Finance, Development Studies, or related field- 10 Marks
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in health financing, resource mobilization, or strategy development 10 Marks
• Demonstrated experience in developing national-level strategies or sustainability frameworks. (Provide evidence of such strategic plan/ framework, appointment letter, approval letters, reference letter or certificate of satisfaction, document showing the candidate contribution, signed contract,   )- 30 Marks
• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s HIV response architecture and donor financing mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.:
• Detailed work plan- 10 Marks
• Methodology- 20 Marks

Minimum of 75% for a consultant to be technically responsive

6.0 Estimated Time Frame

A consultant should be engaged for a period of 30 days to drive the process of developing the National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual.

7.0 Expected output/Reports and time of deliverables

A finalized National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual document.

8.0 Payment Schedule

The consultant will be paid a lump sum fee upon satisfactory completion of deliverables

9.0 Selection Method: Individual Consultant Qualification selection Method (QBS)

10.0 Documents:

While submitting the Technical Proposal, the Applicant shall, in particular, ensure to attach the following:

• Methodology, Workplan,
• Profile of the consultant
• Copies of all certificates for all qualifications indicated in the CV.
• Evidence of Relevant Experience and relevant supporting document such as contract, appointment letters, reports, award letters, etc
• Recent CV
• Tax Identification Number or recent TCC
• Signed Cover Letter

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount in Naira.

GUIDELINE FOR SUBMISSION AND OPENING OF DOCUMENTS

The detailed Proposal must be in English Language and submitted in two (2) hard copies each (one original & two copies) of the requested documents and proposal. The documents shall then be enclosed and sealed in one (1) single outer envelope, and clearly marked at the topmost right corner “Engagement of Consultant For Development of the National HIV Resource Mobilization Training Manual.” and the Name, Address, Email and Phone Number of the Consultant boldly written at the back of the envelope, with acknowledgement to NACA office at the address below.

Deadline for Submission: The deadline for the submission of proposal should not be later than Monday 12 noon of 2^nd November ,2026. The submission(s) received will be opened immediately after closing at NACA Conference Room in the presence of consultants that choose to attend.

ADDRESS FOR INFORMATION AND SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

Attention:

Head Procurement

National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) 

Ground Floor Room 1.08

No. 3 Zinguinchor Street, Beside AEDC Office, Wuse zone 4, Abuja

GLOBAL FUND CODE OF CONDUCT

You shall get acquainted with the global fund code of conduct for consultants using this link below: https://www.theglobalfund.org/media/3275/corporate_codeofconductforconsultants_policy_en.pdf

Accepting this invitation shall serve as an acknowledgement and agreement to abide by the Global Fund Code of Conduct for Consultants.

NOTES/DISCLAIMER

1. Late submissions will not be accepted.
2. NACA shall verify any or all documents and claims made by applicants and will disqualify consultants with falsified documents and claims.
3. If it is determined that submitted documents and claims have been falsified, the consultant may face prosecution in a court of Law.
4. NACA shall not be held responsible for any disqualified proposal as a result of any omission or deletion relating to the submission guidelines.
5. This advertisement shall not be construe a contract to any Consultant, nor shall it entitle any Consultant submitting documents to claim any indemnity from NACA.
6. Please note that an individual can only bid for any position but only one position and violation of the instruction will lead to disqualification.
7. NACA is not bound to shortlist any Consultant, and reserves the right to annul the bidding process at any time without incurring any liabilities or providing reason.

Signed

Management.