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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Engagement of Consultant for the Assessment and Appraisal of the Nigerian Business Coalition Against AIDS (NiBUCAA) and the HIV Trust Fund Nigeria (HTFN)

1. Background and Context

The Nigerian Business Coalition Against AIDS (NiBUCAA) and HIV Trust Fund of Nigeria was established as a private sector platform to mobilise resources, coordinate workplace and community-based HIV prevention, care, and support interventions in Nigeria. The platforms was designed to complement the efforts of the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) by mobilizing corporate leadership, resources, and advocacy support for the national HIV response.

Over time, NiBUCAA and HTFN’soperational effectiveness, private sector engagement, and institutional visibility have declined. With Nigeria’s increasing focus on domestic resource mobilization and sustainability of the HIV response, there is a critical need to assess NiBUCAA and HTFN’s governance and operational model, financial sustainability, and strategic positioning in order to reposition and strengthen them.

The purpose of this consultancy is to conduct a comprehensive assessment and institutional appraisal of NiBUCAA and HTFN to develop actionable recommendations and a restructuring roadmap to reposition the coalition and the Trust fund for improved effectiveness, sustainability, and strategic relevance.

1. Objectives

The consultant will:

1. Review NiBUCAA and the HTFN’s governance structure and institutional arrangements.
2. Evaluate operational efficiency and programmatic performance since inception.
3. Assess financial sustainability and private sector engagement mechanisms.
4. Review policy alignment with national HIV and health financing strategies.
5. Develop actionable recommendations and a restructuring roadmap.

2. Scope of Work

The consultant is expected to carry out the following functions:

1. Assess Board composition, roles, and functionality.
2. Review accountability and oversight mechanisms.
3. Review the constitution and institutional mandate.
4. Review organizational structure and staffing.
5. Analyze programmatic activities
6. Evaluate membership engagement, retention, and expansion mechanisms.
7. Review communication and institutional visibility strategies.Assess alignment with national HIV/AIDS policies and sustainability frameworks.

3. Deliverables

1. Inception meeting report outlining methodology and work plan.
2. Draft Assessment report detailing findings across governance, operations, finance, policy alignment, and sustainability.
3. Validated l report incorporating stakeholder feedback.
4. Roadmap with clear, actionable recommendations.
5. Dissemination meeting with stakeholders through the HTFN TWG platform in the second week of June 2026, assessment report outcome and recommendations will be shared for management decision

4. Timeline

The consultancy will be conducted between   April to June 2026, in line with the proposed timeline:

The duration of the consultancy is 21 working days.

5. Qualifications and Experience

The requisite qualifications of the consultant shall include the following:

1. Degree in Public Health, Health Economics, Business Administration, Governance, Development Studies, or related fields-30 Marks
2. At least 8–10 years’ experience in institutional assessments, governance reviews, or organizational restructuring (Supporting document with award letters, appointment letter)- 60 Marks
3. Strong understanding of Nigeria’s HIV response architecture and domestic resource mobilization landscape.
4. Demonstrated experience working with private sector coalitions or multi-stakeholder platforms.
5. Excellent analytical, facilitation, and report writing skills.
6. Detailed work plan and Methodology- 10 Marks

Scoring Criteria for  Evaluation of consultant

6. Reporting and Oversight

The consultant will report to the Director, Performance Management & Resource Mobilization at NACA or her designated representative. Regular updates by taking input into consideration and report of the activity will be required throughout the consultancy period.

7.0Payment Schedule

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

8. Selection Method: Individual Consultant Qualification selection Method (QBS)

9. Location of Consultancy– Abuja

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.
• Recent CV
• Tax Identification Number
• 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 the Assessment and Appraisal of the Nigerian Business Coalition Against AIDS (NiBUCAA) and the HIV Trust Fund Nigeria (HTFN)” 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 Tuesday 12 noon of 4^th May,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.

B. Format of Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Name :           

Complete address :

Profession :    

Date of Birth :            

Years of professional experience :                                         Nationality :          

Membership in Professional Societies :         

Detailed Tasks Assigned :     

TIN:

Key Qualifications :

[Give an outline of your experience and training most pertinent to tasks on assignment.  Describe degree of responsibility you held on relevant previous assignments and give dates and locations.  One page should be sufficient.]

Education :

[Summarize college/university and other specialized education, giving names of schools, dates attended, and degrees obtained.   A page or less should be sufficient.]

Employment Record :

[Starting with present position, list in reverse order every employment held.  List all positions held since graduation, giving dates, names of employing organizations, titles of positions held, and locations of assignments.  For experience in last ten years, also give types of activities performed and client references, where appropriate.  Use about two pages.]

Languages :

[For each language indicate proficiency: excellent, good, fair, or poor in speaking, reading, and writing.]

Certification :

        I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, these data correctly describe me, my qualifications, and my experience.

                                                                                         Date :        

[Signature of consultant ]                                                             Day/Month/Year

Full Name of Candidate :

c. Proposal

[Location, Date]

To : [Name and address of Procuring Entity]

Mr/Mrs. :

        I, the undersigned, offer to provide the consulting services for [Title of consulting services] in accordance with your Letter of Invitation dated [Date]. 

        My fees are [net of taxes, estimated at…, as applicable]

        I hereby submit my Proposal, which includes this Technical and Financial Proposal.

        I understand that you are not bound to accept any Proposal you receive.

        I remain,

Yours Truly,

Signature

Name of the Consultant :

Address :

D. Observations and Suggestions

          of the Candidate Consultant on the Terms of Reference

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List of Annexes

        Annex A : Cost Estimate of Services, and Schedule of Rates.

        Annex B : Consultants Reporting Requirements.

        Annex C : Evaluation Criteria.

Annex A

Cost Estimate of Services

        (1) Remuneration

                          Rate /Days                        Number of Months            (3 Months)        Total (currency)

                        in (currency)

        (2) Reimbursables

                                                                Rate                   Units/Days                          Total

        (

        TOTAL COST                              

ACTIVITY SCHEDULE (Consultant to modify accordingly)

Activity (Work)                                                    periods

                              1st       2nd      3rd       4th       5th       6th       7th    8th    9th    10th  11th  12th     

Annex C

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The Criteria, sub-criteria, and point system for the evaluation of the Technical Proposals are:                                                                                                                   Points

(i)    Specific experience of the Consultant relevant to the assignment:  60

(1)  Adequacy for the assignment inclusive of methodology (5Marks), Workplan (5Marks) and Experience/understanding (60Marks)            60

(ii)   Key professional qualifications and competence for the assignment: 30

(1)  General qualifications                         30

                                            Total points for criterion (I & ii):           100