What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe World Initiative for Soy in Human Health program of the American Soybean Association seeks qualified consulting firms or individuals to provide monitoring, evaluation, learning, data analysis, research oversight, and strategic insights services. Offsite technical services include performance monitoring and donor reporting support, data quality management, evaluation oversight, strategic analysis, technical assistance to program teams, and capacity building. Eligible bidders include onshore global worldwide organizations, including Women or Minority Owned Small Businesses, that are officially licensed to do business in the U.S. Questions must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected] (cc: [email protected]) by 5:00 PM CDT on October 27, 2026. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM CDT on November 6, 2026, via email with the subject line "WISHH MEL Consultant RFP". Submissions must include a capabilities description or CV, cost proposal, a completed and signed Attachment A cover page, a detailed budget, and WMOSB proof of certification if applicable. Proposals will be evaluated based on MEL/research skills and experience (25%), international or USDA-funded experience, availability and timeline (5%), cost, and WMOSB status. The initial contract term runs from November 16, 2026, to January 30, 2027, with a potential extension through January 30, 2028.
Scope of work
- Support collection, validation, aggregation, analysis, and donor reporting of program performance data across WISHH programs and regions
- Provide technical oversight and coordination for baselines, midterm and final evaluations, research studies, and assessments
- Support maintenance and improvement of data management, data quality, and M&E systems
- Analyze performance and market information to conduct strategic analysis and support organizational learning
- Provide technical support to regional directors, program managers, consultants, and in-country representatives
- Support knowledge management and preservation of institutional monitoring, evaluation, and research evidence
- Provide technical guidance, workshops, or training to WISHH staff, consultants, and implementing partners
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Soundness of proposal and technical approach | 35% |
| Skills and relevant MEL / research experience | 25% |
| Experience with USDA-funded and/or international agricultural programs | 15% |
| Quality control and data-management approach | 10% |
| Financial competitiveness | 10% |
| Availability and ability to meet required timeline | 5% |
Minimum qualifications
- Officially licensed to do business in country of business operation
- Able to receive USDA funds
- Not identified as a terrorist prior to contract award
Documents to include with your response
- CV or description of bidder's capabilities and experience
- Executive summary of proposal (100-word)
- Full detailed proposal (10 pages maximum including summary, action plan, budget)
- Proposed detailed budget
- Attachment A Technical Proposal Authorization Cover Page Completed and Signed
- WMOSB Proof of Certification (if applicable)
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit by email with SUBJECT LINE M&E Consulting Services Proposal. Technical proposal must include completed and signed Attachment A as first page, maximum 10-page main proposal, CV, 100-word executive summary, detailed budget, and WMOSB proof if applicable.