LBR_STA_FY26 019 Short-Term Agreement (STA) for School Furniture in Lofa, Bomi, and Nimba CountiesPlan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. We also enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. Using our reach, experience, and knowledge, we drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and are active in more than 70 countries.   Plan International Liberia would like to procure the services of a registered business in Liberia to produce and deliver School Furniture in Lofa, Bomi, and Nimba Counties, as detailed in the terms of reference.   Interested bidders can request the comprehensive tender document by emailing liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.org  Bidders are expected to submit physical copies of their bids by or before Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 4:30 P.M., to the address below.

• Plan International Liberia Country Office, Fish Market Community, Sinkor, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia.

Contact: 0770009133/0770009000.

• Plan International Lofa Program Influencing Intervention Area, Madingo Quarter, Voinjama Contact: 0770009250
• Plan International Bomi Program Influencing Intervention Area, Harmon Hill Community

Contact: 0770009079

• Plan International Nimba Office, CBC Community, Old Zoe Lodge

Contact: 0770009055The bid opening is scheduled for February 23, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and will be attended by bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.   Women-owned businesses and companies actively engaged in or advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in the workplace are especially encouraged to apply.   Each Bidder must submit only one offer. Submitting more than one offer, either by a single company or by two companies partially or fully owned by the same individual, will result in the disqualification of all involved parties without affecting the overall validity of the tender process.   Interested bidders can seek clarification on any aspect related to this by emailing liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.org before February 4, 2026. All communication regarding this process must include the ITT reference number: LBR_STA_FY26_019 Short-Term Agreement Furniture.   John MbusaHead of Operations / Deputy Country DirectorPlan International Liberia

Position Title:	FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN/RESEARCH PLATFORM
Project Worksite:	JFK Hospital (1 position)

Deadline for submission: This position will be open until qualify candidate is recruitedAbout PREVAILPREVAIL, or the Partnership for Research on Vaccines and Infectious Diseases in Liberia is a clinical research partnership between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Liberian Ministry of Health.Summary of PositionThe Field Service Technician will be responsible for installing, validating, calibrating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of equipment and instrumentation in PREVAIL clinical and research laboratories and sites, ensuring efficient operation and optimal performance. This role requires strong technical expertise, repairing sensitive biomedical equipment, analytical skills, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with the laboratory staff and management.Description of Responsibilities:

• Install and configure equipment

• Ensure proper functioning of all components during commissioning processes.
• Install laboratory equipment and instrumentation, ensuring proper setup and functionality.
• Perform calibration and validation of PREVAIL equipment according to manufacturer specifications
• Use diagnostic tools and technical manuals to identify and resolve problems
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues with laboratory instruments.
• Provide timely and effective solutions to minimize disruption to laboratory operations
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to laboratory staff.
• Document all maintenance and repair work performed.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections to ensure equipment operates efficiently.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related issues.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify and address potential issues to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
• Replace defective components or parts as needed.
• Train lab technicians on the proper operation, care, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Address concerns and escalate unresolved issues to the appropriate laboratory management team
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols during on-site visits.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications, PREVAIL policies
• Ensure all work adheres to safety guidelines, manufacturer protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain detailed records of service activities, including maintenance logs, repair documentation, Incident reports, installation and calibration records, etc.
• Assist in preparing equipment for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Provide detailed reports to management on recurring issues
• Communicate effectively with team and department held to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Preform regular stock take of all equipment and parts
• Develop and review SOP for equipment maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting
• Provide technical support for the procurement of lab equipment.
• Validate, troubleshoot, and repair all relevant PREVAIL instrumentation and infrastructure.
• Perform annual preventative maintenance of equipment, calibration of pipettes, centrifuges, freezers, fridges, and maintain all temperature and camera monitoring systems at sites
• Ensure that all tools are maintained and calibrated as required
• Problem-solve daily equipment issues with sometimes limited resources
• Perform assignments independently as well as part of a team
• Provide regular updates to the team on project progress/status
• Will be under the supervision of the PREVAIL Laboratory Management
• Works on problems of moderate scope that require analysis of data or identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within defined policies and procedures to determine appropriate action.
• Decisions made generally affect delays in schedules and failure to achieve the goals of the department.
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel extensively to PREVAIL sites.
• Physical ability to lift and handle laboratory equipment safely.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, if needed.

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Project or technical leadership required.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing laboratory instruments.
• Knowledge of laboratory practices and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 15189, CAP, GLP).
• Ability to interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Capability to work independently

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree with training in repair and maintenance of biomedical mechanical equipment.
• Preferred Job-related Experience: At least three (3) years of related work experience. Must have experience in the use, inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, calibration, verification, safety, and operational checks of a variety of diagnostic medical equipment.

Application Instructions To apply, please download and complete an application form from TMG’s website PREVAIL Job Openings – The Mitchell Group and submit along with your CV to jobs@prevailcr.org.All applicants must take note of the email submission instructions in bold and italics above.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of tasks, duties, or responsibilities required by the employee. Duties, obligations, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned with or without notice. The position is anticipated to be filled between February or March 2026.

BID REFERENCE NO: CWL-SOLARPOWER-001-20-2026 Solar Power System in Three (3) Health Facilities Concern Worldwide, an international humanitarian organization dedicated to reducing suffering and ending extreme poverty in Liberia, with current interventions in Rivercess and Grand Bassa Counties, is advertising for bids: SOLAR POWER EQUIPMENT SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION IN THREE (3) HEALTH FACILITIES; 1. FEN RIVER CLINIC, 2. OPEN BIBLE STANDARD CLINIC, DISTRICT 2 RIVERCESS COUNTY AND 3. CEEGBAH HEALTH CENTER- DISTRICT 4, GRAND BASSA COUNTY FOR CONCERN WORLDWIDE LIBERIA FOR PROGRAM USE

LOT #	Description of supply and service required	Location
LOT 1	(1)Supply of solar power equipment of output capacity between 3Kwh and 5Kwh installation (depending on the load capacity and providing 24 Hrs power supply for lighting and medical equipment such as incubators, refrigerators for vaccines, and diagnostic machines per health facility), (2) provision of basic user manual guide and (3) training of personnels on management of the equipment. Guide on specification of Solar power equipment required Batteries- Lithium type Solar Panels- Bifacial type	Fen Clinic, Rivercess County 45.6540’ N 9°43 .1430’ W
LOT 2		Open Bible Standard Clinic, District # 2, Rivercess County 5° 31.2060’ N 9° 37.1140’ W
LOT 3		Ceegbah Town Health Centre, District 4, Grand Bassa County 5° 45.6540’ N 9° 43.1430’ W

INSTRUCTIONS The tender dossier with instructions on how to submit your bid can be collected from Concern Monrovia Office between 6th & 7th Streets, behind Home City Furniture Store, Sinkor, on Tubman Boulevard, opposite the Greenland Supermarket, Monrovia-Liberia or Concern Buchanan Office, Otis Spot, Grand Bassa County on or before 9th February 2026 between 9am to 4pm daily Monday to Friday and 9am – 12:30pm Friday. Submission Deadline Bids must be delivered to the Concern Buchanan or Monrovia Office on or before Wednesday, 9th, February 2026 latest 4:00 pm. Late bids, those not in sealed envelopes, not properly labelled or incomplete, will be rejected. Concern will take no responsibility for bids not delivered directly to Concern’s Office. Bid Opening Bids will be opened in the presence of Bidders or their representatives at the Concern Worldwide Monrovia Office, on Monday 10th, February 2026 at 2:30pm. Only bidders who have submitted an offer shall participate in the opening of the Bids. Winning Bidders Winning bidders will be notified on or before the 23rd, Monday, February 2026 and contract will be awarded on or before the 27th of February 2026. Canvassing by tenderer or by proxy shall lead to automatic disqualification by the tender. For further inquiries, please contact the Logistics & Procurement Department at Tel: 0775942653/0886672523 /0770565281/0886457152 Email:Tender.LIB@concern.net

Request For Proposal (RFP) for the Research on Barriers to Financial Access for Women-Led Enterprises and Farmer-Based Organizations under the Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP)

RFP No: 2005530 Issue date: January 26, 2026Issuing organization: Catholic Relief Services, Liberia ProgramClosing date: February 12, 2026, at 4.00 pm Submission method: Sealed envelopeType of agreement: Service Contract

Section I: Request for Quotation

1. Introduction

CRS is kindly inviting competitive tenders from qualified and credible Individuals or Organizations specialized in consultancy services and capacity of conducting consultancies to generate evidence‑based insights on demand, supply, and enabling‑environment barriers to access and use of finance by women-led enterprises/farmers/entrepreneurs, FBOs, and VSLA members, and to produce a bankable linkage strategy and implementation roadmap to connect these segments to appropriate Financial Services Providers (FSPs), including banks, MFIs, fintech/mobile money service providers, non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs), agricultural development banks, input dealers with credit, off‑takers, among others.

2. Background

CRS in consortium with other partners is piloting the Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP). The project is a three-year initiative implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection with funding from the World Bank. Operating across six counties, Bomi, Gbarpolu, Grand Cape Mount, Grand Gedeh, Montserrado, and Rivercess - the project aims to empower women by addressing harmful social norms, enhancing access to livelihoods, and strengthening institutional capacity to promote gender equality.

3. Purpose

The purpose of this Terms of Reference (ToR) is to engage the services of a qualified consultancy firm or experienced institution in consultancy services to conduct research to generate evidence‑based insights on demand, supply, and enabling‑environment barriers to access and use of finance by women-led enterprises/farmers/entrepreneurs, FBOs, and VSLA members, and to produce a bankable linkage strategy and implementation roadmap to connect these segments to appropriate Financial Services Providers (FSPs), including banks, MFIs, fintech/mobile money service providers, non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs), agricultural development banks, input dealers with credit, off‑takers, among others.

4. Target Segments

• Women farmers/entrepreneurs (by crop/livestock/value chain position; micro‑SMEs).
• VSLA members (and groups), including leadership and digital readiness.
• FBOs/cooperatives/producer groups (governance, services, aggregation).
• Financial Service Providers (FSPs): banks, MFIs, fintech, MMOs, NBFIs, input suppliers with credit, off‑takers.

5. Key Activity

The selected service provider will be responsible for implementing a series of consultancy activities as followed:

1. Diagnose demand‑side barriers faced by women-led enterprises/farmers/entrepreneurs and VSLA members across selected value chains and geographies.
2. Assess supply-side constraints and appetite among FSPs to serve these segments, including product features, pricing, risk management, agent networks, and credit decisioning.
3. Map the role of FBOs & VSLAs in savings, credit, aggregation, extension, and how they can serve as conduits/guarantors for formal finance.
4. Review the enabling environment, including policies, collateral registries, digital KYC tiers, consumer protection, credit information sharing, and relevant public schemes/guarantees.
5. Co‑design a linkage strategy and pilot concepts (quick wins and 6–12‑month roadmap) to connect women-led enterprises, FBOs, and VSLAs to FSPs, including product adaptations, partnerships, onboarding journeys, and risk‑sharing options.
6. Build a results framework and M&E indicators to track linkages (e.g., accounts opened, credit disbursed, usage, repayment, and satisfaction).

6. Methodology

The consultant is expected to propose a methodology that effectively facilitates the delivery of the following:

1. Desk Review of secondary data, policies, and prior studies/programs.
2. Quantitative Survey of women-led enterprises and VSLA members, with indicative sample sizes and disaggregation by gender.
3. Qualitative Research
   • FGDs (separate groups by gender/age) with women farmers/entrepreneurs and VSLA members.
   • Key Informant Interviews (KIIs): FSPs (retail/SME/etc.), regulators, apex bodies, mobile money providers, input suppliers, off‑takers, FBO leaders, VSLA promoters/NGOs, extension officers, etc.
   • Customer journey mapping and persona development for priority segments.
4. Supply‑Side Mapping of FSPs (branch/agent footprint, product inventory, pricing, underwriting, partnerships) and pipeline partners (off‑takers, ag‑techs).
5. Policy & Regulatory Scan focused on KYC, collateral, agents, e‑money, credit bureaus, consumer protection.
6. Co‑Creation Workshops with stakeholders to test linkage models and product concepts.
7. Data Analysis Plan including descriptive statistics, segmentation, comparative analysis, etc.
8. Ethics & Safeguarding: informed consent, anonymization, secure data storage; enumerator training on gender‑sensitive interviewing and referral pathways (GBV/SEA).

Note: Sampling frames, sizes, and instruments will be finalized in an Inception Report.

7. Expected Outputs and Deliverables

Deliverables & Schedule

#	Deliverable	Content	Format	Due
1	Inception Report & Workplan	Refined research questions; methodology & sampling; tools (drafts); ethical plan; revised workplan, etc.	Word + Gantt Chart	Week 1-2
2	Data Collection Toolkit	Final questionnaires, FGD/KII guides, consent forms; enumerator manuals; Kobo Tool Box ODK/CommCare builds	Word/PDF + XLS/XLSForm	Weeks 2-3
3	Fieldwork Progress Reports	Short update on sample realization, issues, mitigations	Word, Emails, text, calls	Weeks 3-6
4	Clean Datasets & Codebook	Anonymized raw & clean data; audio recordings, transcripts, etc.	CSV/XLSX + Stata/SPSS/R	Weeks 7-8
5	Draft Analytical Report	Findings (demand/supply/policy), barrier‑opportunity matrix, personas & journeys, FSP map, product concepts, business case	Word (30–50 pages)	Week 8
6	Validation Workshop	Slide deck; facilitation; stakeholder feedback summary	PPT + Workshop Report	Week 9
7	Final Report	Revised analysis; Linkage Strategy (quick wins + 6–12‑month roadmap), implementation plan (partners, resources), M&E results framework, risk/mitigation	Word + PPT (Exec Summary)	Week 10
8	Policy Brief & Infographics	2–4 pager for decision‑makers; 3–5 graphics for dissemination	PDF	Week 10

8. Reporting Format

The final report is expected to be organized as follows:

• Executive Summary (≤4 pages)
• Methodology (limitations, biases, ethical safeguards)
• Demand Side ‑Findings (by segments, value chains, regions)
• Supply‑Side Findings (FSP readiness, unit economics, risk, consumer protection)
• Enabling Environment Review (key regulatory and public‑program levers)
• Personas & Customer Journeys (women farmers/entrepreneurs; VSLA leaders/members)
• Barrier–Opportunity Matrix (what blocks, what enables, where to intervene)
• FSP Landscape & Partnership Pipeline (ranked by readiness/fit)
• Product/Channel Concepts (e.g., input credit with off taker contracts; ‑VSLA‑to bank‑ linkages; warehouse receipt lending; agent expansion; bundled microinsurance; digital layaway; asset finance; climate smart‑ loans)
• Business Case & Sustainability (unit economics, incentives, risk‑sharing, guarantees)
• Linkage Strategy & Implementation Roadmap (phasing, roles, resourcing, quick wins & pilots, policy asks)
• M&E Framework (KPIs, data sources, cadence)
• Annexes: tools, sampling details, raw outputs, references, dataset inventory.

9. Timeline and Key Milestones:

CRS will evaluate the proposals and award the assignment based on technical and financial feasibility. Subsequently, short-listed Institutions May be invited for an interview and/or presentation. The Catholic Relief Services reserves the exclusive right to select the candidate it considers suitable for the assignment.

Date	Activity
January 26- February 12, 2026	Submission period for application packages by interested groups/organizations. The package should include a detailed program proposal, pricing, and duration of the proposed services.
February 13-18, 2026	Bid Evaluation process.
February 18-20, 2026	Signing of contract agreements with the selected service provider to initiate training activities with project participants.

Project Location: All six LWEP counties: Bomi, Gbarpolu, Grand Cape Mount, Grand Gedeh, Montserrado, and Rivercess.

10. Qualifications and Experience required for the Team Leader and Key Staff:

Consultant Qualifications (or Team Leader)

• Demonstrated expertise (8+ years) in agricultural/SME Finance, Gender & Women’s Economic Empowerment, and Digital Financial Services.
• Proven track record delivering mixed‑methods research and market diagnostics for FSPs and/or development programs.
• Experience designing linkage models (VSLA/FBO‑to‑FSP, value‑chain/embedded finance).
• Team composition should cover: Team Lead (finance/gender), Quantitative Specialist, Qualitative Lead, Field Coordinator, Data Manager, Policy/Regulatory Expert, and local language research staff.
• Familiarity with ethical research, safeguarding, and data protection standards.
• Strong stakeholder facilitation and report writing skills; publications or sample deliverables preferred.
• For firms: legal registration and tax compliance in Liberia; for individuals: ability to contract and invoice.

11. Payment schedule

Payment will be made to the consultant as below:

#	Deliverable	Percentage	Content	Format
1	Approved Inception Report with:- Detail workplan (Gantt Chart form) - Methodology and - Final Data Collection Toolkit	20%	Refined research questions; methodology & sampling; tools (drafts); ethical plan; revised workplan, etc. Final questionnaires, FGD/KII guides, consent forms; enumerator manuals; Kobo Tool Box ODK/CommCare builds	Word + Gantt Chart   Word/PDF + XLS/XLSForm
2	Fieldwork Progress Reports,Clean Datasets & CodebookAddress feedback from Progress Report	40%	Short update on sample realization, issues, mitigations   Anonymized raw & clean data; audio recordings, transcripts, etc.	Word, Emails, text, calls
4	1. Validation Workshop report (including incorporation of final feedback)2. Approved Final Report including Policy Brief & Infographics (2–4 pager for decisionmakers; 3–5 graphics for dissemination)	40%	Slide deck; facilitation; stakeholder feedback summary         Revised analysis; Linkage Strategy (quick wins + 6–12month roadmap), implementation plan (partners, resources), M&E results framework, risk/mitigation	PPT + Workshop Report       Word + PPT (Exec Summary)

12. Instructions to Bidders

Bidders are required to submit their proposals in two separate sealed envelopes (technical and financial proposals) enclosed with an outer sealed envelope with the reference number addressed to:Catholic Relief Services, Liberia Program16^th Street Gardner AvenueSeaside, C-140 Building, Sinkor Monrovia, LiberiaSubject: RFP No: 2005530Bids must be received no later than February 12, 2026, at 4.00 PMFailure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification. Expected delivery time: The duration of this consultancy is 2.5 months after contract signing Softcopy of this RFP, additional information or request for clarification can be requested at liberiarfq@crs.org.

13. Eligibility Criteria (Administrative evaluation)

Bidders must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered:

• Submit bids no later than February 12, 2026, at 4.00 PM

Eligibility criteriaAdmin Pass Mark is a pass or Fail

• Submit a valid business registration
• Submit a valid tax clearance
• Submit a signed quotation submission form (Annex I)
• Submit a signed experience form (Annex II)
• Company profile

14. Material vs Non-material Deviations Errors and Clarification

a. Material Deviations (Non-Responsive)

A Bid shall be considered materially deficient and non-responsive if it contains a deviation that:

• ​Affects the scope, quality, or performance of the research.
• Missing signature: A bid that is not signed by an authorized representative is legally invalid and cannot be rectified.
• Missing Financial Proposal: omission of the price component is material deficiency.

b. Consequence

Any Bid deemed materially deficient shall be rejected and disqualified.

c. Non-Material Deviations

CRS reserves the right to seek clarification for minor clerical omissions that do not constitute a material deviation. Conditional Qualification: A Bidder may be conditionally qualified for the next stage (Technical Evaluation) if they have substantially met all mandatory criteria but have minor, non-material deficiencies. This applies specifically to:

• Missing stamp or formatting: minor administrative oversight (missing company stamp e.g.)
• Pre-existing Documentary evidence: if a bidder fails to submit documents (e.g. a tax clearance, business registration) that legally existed prior to the bid deadline, the committee may request its submission within a strict 24-hour window.

Clarification request SHALL NOT be used to allow a bidder to alter the substance of their technical solution or change their bid price.

Section II: Proposals Content

The following documents must be submitted for the submission to be considered:

15. Technical proposal envelope

Bid submission Form (Annex I) Submit a signed experience form (Annex II). Valid Business registration & Tax Clearance. Company profile. CV of key staff (Annex III). Cover Letter (Maximum one page). The cover letter MUST NOT contain any financial proposal information. Technical and financial proposals with a focus on addressing the assignment's purpose and objectives, methodology to be used, key selection criteria, sample size from the study population and targeted age groups, draft data collection tools and interview guides. Initial work plan based on the methodology outlined Contracts for similar research work have been conducted in the past 5 years including at least 3 references from previous INGOs.

16. Financial Proposal envelopes

Bidders must submit a detailed, itemized budget accompanied by a Budget Assumptions Narrative that clearly explains how all costs were derived. The financial proposal must include:

1. Detailed Cost Breakdown (USD)
   • Personnel / Level of Effort (LOE)
   • Daily rates with number of days per position
   • Travel and per diem assumptions
   • Data collection costs (enumerators, devices, supervision, QA)
   • Workshops (co‑creation, validation)
   • Operational and administrative costs
2. Budget Assumptions Narrative

Bidders must provide a written explanation describing the assumptions used to calculate all cost items, including:

• Sample size assumptions
• Number of field teams and deployment duration
• Enumerator training plan and costing basis
• Expected travel routes and field logistics
• Workshop participant numbers
• Data collection platform costs (e.g., ODK/CommCare) Kobo tool box
• Any subcontracting or specialist services
• Cost efficiency measures

3. Summary Budget Table

• Personnel
• Fieldwork & Data Collection
• Travel
• Workshops
• Other Direct Costs
• Total Cost (USD)

Section III: Proposals Submission

17. Submission instructions

Bids are to be delivered to CRS office before 4:00 PM, no later than February 12, 2026.Envelopes Labeling:

• Technical Proposal: Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP) Financial Linkage Research Application.
• Financial Proposal: Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP) Financial Linkage Research Application.

Both envelopes should be enclosed in an outer sealed envelope labeled with:RFP Number: 2005530RFQ Name: Liberia Women Empowerment Project (LWEP) Financial Linkage Research Application.Bidder’s Name and Contact Information:

18. Important Notes

• Late submission is defined as:
  • Any proposal that arrives at the designated submission address after the exact time and date specified above, regardless of the reason for delay (e.g. courier issues, traffic, misrouting, or administrative errors).
• CRS reserves the right to consider or reject Late submission.
• Incomplete or improperly labeled submissions may result in disqualification.
• Bidders may be required to provide additional information or participate in a clarification meeting.
• CRS reserves the right to accept or reject any quotation and annul the bidding process and reject all quotations at any time prior to the award of the contract, without thereby incurring any liability to the affected bidder or bidders.

Section IV: Selection Process

CRS will review received proposals within the deadline through a three-step process:

• Determination of eligibility.
• Technical review of eligible proposals.
• Scoring and ranking of the eligible proposals based on the assessment criteria outlined in the Evaluation Methodology section to identify the highest-ranking proposal.

Section V: Evaluation Methodology

The methodology of evaluation will be based on “Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS)” as follow:

• Technical quality and cost are both considered.
• Weighting is applied to quality and cost scores to determine the overall score.
• The proposal with the highest combined score is selected.

Section VI: Evaluation Criteria

Only submission that meets the eligibility criteria (administrative evaluation) will be considered for technical and financial evaluation.

19. Technical Evaluation – Weight: Tech Weight is 60%

Criteria	Additional details for scoring	Score
Tech01Methodology, Approach & Understanding of the Assignment	Understanding of assignment & context (10 point): Demonstrates clear understanding of barriers to financial access for women‑led enterprises, VSLAs, and FBOs in Liberia, and reflects LWEP context.  Proposed methodology & analytical rigor (10 points): Quality of mixed‑methods approach (quantitative, qualitative, sampling, tools), alignment with ToR, feasibility, and appropriateness.Local Presence & Language Capacity (5 points): Demonstrated experience in LWEP counties; ability to deploy local enumerators; language capability (Mande, Kru, Kpelleh); cost‑efficiency due to proximity.  Risk assessment, safeguards & mitigation (5 points): Inclusion of ethics, GBV/SEA safeguards, data protection, referral pathways, and risk‑mitigation measures.	30 points
Tech02Key personnel qualifications and experiences (Annex III) - Team composition should cover: Team Lead (Finance/Gender), Quantitative Specialist, Qualitative Lead, Field Coordinator, Data Manager, Policy/Regulatory Expert, andLocal Language Research Staff.	CVs of at least three (3) staff: One (1) Team leader. Two (2) other key staff.   Both Team Leader & key staff must have demonstrated expertise in Agricultural/SME Finance, Gender & Women’s Economic Empowerment, and Digital Financial Services.   Points will be allocated as follows: Team Leader agricultural/SME finance: - 8+ years of experience – 10 points- 5-7 years of experience – 5 points- Anything else is 0  Key Technical staff (points will be allocated for each of the two key staff): - 5+ years of experience – 5 points- 3-4 years of experience – 2.5 points - Anything else is 0 Organizational staffing & management capacity (5 points): Clear team structure, roles, deployment plan, quality assurance responsibilities.	25 points
Tech03Relevant Past Performance/Experience: Demonstrated experience in conducting similar research to generate evidence‑based insights on demand, supply, and enabling‑environment barriers to access and use of finance by women-led enterprises/farmers/entrepreneurs, FBOs, and VSLA members, and to produce a bankable linkage strategy and implementation roadmap to connect these segments to appropriate Financial Services Providers (FSPs), including banks, MFIs, fintechs/mobile money service providers, non-banking financial institutions (NBFIs), agricultural development banks, input dealers with credit, off‑takers, among others.	Bidder to provide contracts and their completion certificates Similar assignments in Market diagnostics, financial inclusion studies, gender/WEE research, FSP mapping, VSLA/FBO linkages, etc. 4+ contracts in the last 5 years – 10 points 3 contracts in the last 5 years – 8 points 2 contracts in the last 5 years - 5 points 1 contract awarded in the last 5 years - 2.5 points. Anything else is 0  Quality of references: Three (3) reference letters confirming performance and deliverables. Each verifiable reference = 3 points (max 9 points).Liberia presence / regional experience: Demonstrated experience working in Liberia or similar markets (1 point)	20 points
Tech04Workplan, Deliverables & Implementation Strategy.	Detailed workplan (10 points): Includes activities, sequencing, milestones, dependencies, staffing plan, and clear timeline aligning with the ToR’s 10‑week window  Quality assurance systems (5 points): Procedures for data quality, supervision, verification, enumerator training, secure storage, transcription quality, etc.	15 points
Tech05In-person presentation of bidder's technical proposal.	Bidder will be required to demonstrate technical knowledge and understanding of the assignment. The presentation will include:Explanation of methodology & alignment with workplan (4 points): Clarity and depth of explanation demonstrating coherence between methods and workplan.  Risk mitigation measures (3 points): Demonstration of foreseen risks and credible mitigation strategies.Innovation & efficiency enhancements (3points): Value‑added approaches, technology use, efficiencies in fieldwork and analysis, or innovative data collection techniques.	10 points
Total		100

Technical Pass mark is 70 points

20. Financial Evaluation – Weight: Fin Weight is 40%

Arithmetical errors will be rectified on the following basis:

• If there is a discrepancy between the unit price and the total price that is obtained by multiplying the unit price and quantity, the unit price shall prevail and the total price shall be corrected.
• If the Supplier/Vendor does not accept the correction of errors, its quote will be rejected.
• If there is a discrepancy between words and figures, the amount in words will prevail.

Offers that are found technically compliant shall be evaluated based on the lowest offer. Financial scores are assigned to each proposal based on the cost evaluation, using the following formula: the lowest cost proposal receives the highest score PointLowestFin, and other proposals are scored relative to the lowest cost. The supplier with the lowest total price will receive a score of 100 Illustration: X and Y represent the lower offer and the offer for which the score needs to be calculated, respectively: Score = (X/Y)* 100

21. Combining Score Calculation

The total score for each bidder will be the sum of the weighted technical score and weighted price.

• Technical score and financial score are combined using the predetermined weights.
• Combined Score = (Technical Score x Tech Weight) + (Financial Score x FinWeight).

Section VII: Post-qualification Actions

• Verification of accuracy, correctness and authenticity of the information provided by the bidder on the administrative, technical, and financial documents submitted.
• Inquiry and reference checking with the entity that may have done business with the bidder.
• Inquiry and reference checking with other previous clients on the quality of performance of ongoing or previous contracts completed.
• Physical inspection of the bidder’s branches or other places where business transpires, with or without notice to the bidder.

Section VIII: Terms and Conditions

• Delivery Location: Catholic Relief Services – 16th street Sinkor and Gardiner Avenue, Seaside, C-140 Building
• Latest Delivery Date: As per contract.
• Payment terms: N30.
• Currency: USD.

22. Withholding Tax

In accordance with the tax laws of the Republic of Liberia, CRS shall withhold applicable taxes from all payments made under this contract. The current withholding tax rate is:

• 10% for services provided by resident entities
• 20% for services provided by non-resident entities

The withheld amount shall be remitted directly to the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA), and evidence of tax paid shall be issued to the Contractor upon request. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to ensure compliance with all applicable tax obligations in Liberia. CRS shall not be liable for any tax liabilities arising from the Contractor’s failure to comply with national tax laws. Tax will be applied to the following:

• Level of Effort
• Training/knowledge transfer
• Maintenance and Technical support.

23. Contractual Obligation and Future Disqualification

• The selected service provider will be contractually obligated to deliver the services as per the provided terms of references within the required timeframe.
• Failure to meet this obligation without written notice may result in penalties and contract termination.

24. Advance Payment Terms

If the selected bidder wishes to request an advance payment of ten percent (10%) of the contract price, s/he must provide a valid advance payment guarantee using the CRS template.

Section IX: Award Criteria

The contract will be awarded to the bidder with the highest combined score, calculated based on the weighted technical score and the financial score. The evaluation committee will consider both technical and financial criteria to determine the bidder that offers the best overall value for money, ensuring the required technical specifications are met while achieving cost-effectiveness.

Section X: Rejection of Award

CRS may reject any quote that is not substantively responsive to the terms and conditions of the RFQ. CRS is not bound to accept the lowest or any quote and reserves the right to accept any quote in whole or in part and to reject any or all quotes without assigning any reason therefore and to Contract on any of the terms offered or on different terms. CRS will send a Notice of Award to the winning bidder. The winning bidder agrees to acknowledge the purchase order or contract by email upon award within one (1) business day under the terms and conditions stated herein.

Section XI: Cost of Providing Quotes

Bidders shall bear all costs associated with the preparation and submission of the quote, and CRS will not be liable for those costs, regardless of the conduct or outcome of the solicitation.

Section XII: Clarification and Amendments of Request for Quotation

To assist in the examination, evaluation and comparison of Quotes, CRS may, at its discretion, ask the Supplier/Vendor for clarification of its Quote. The request for clarification and the response shall be in writing and no change in price or substance of the Quote shall be sought, offered, or permitted. CRS may, for any reason, whether at its own initiative or in response to a clarification requested by a prospective supplier/vendor, amend the Request for Quotation. To afford prospective suppliers/vendors reasonable time to consider the amendments in preparing their offers, CRS may extend the deadline for the submission of quotes. Any amendments will be published in the same manner as the present tender.

Section XIII: Important Additional Information

General terms and conditions of CRS applicable to goods and services can be downloaded at the following address: http://CRS.org/vendor-terms/vendor-terms.pdf or obtained upon request from the CRS’ office and are applicable within the national legal context. Vendors must not be associated or have been associated in the past directly or indirectly with a firm or any of its affiliates which have been engaged by CRS to provide services for the preparation of the design, specifications, and other documents to be used for the procurement of the goods under this request for quotation. Bidders, Suppliers and Service Providers, while conducting their activities, are expected to comply with the following policies and regulations:

• CRS Terms and Conditions: http://CRS.org/vendor-terms/vendor-terms.pdf.
• CRS Suppliers and Service Provider Code of Conduct: https://www.CRS.org/sites/default/files/supplier_code_of_conduct.pdf.
• Global Fund Code of conduct for supplier: https://www.theglobalfund.org/media/3275/corporate_codeofconductforsuppliers_policy_en.pdf.

 

Annex I. Quotation Submission Form RFP No. 2005530

The following document is part of this request for quotation and must be completed and returned with your offer. Quotations must be completed according to the instructions in this request. Quotations must be completed in English, signed, and returned to CRS before the specified deadline. CRS’s terms and conditions applicable to goods and services are provided in Section XII: Important Additional Information. I, the undersigned, having read CRS's terms and conditions applicable to goods and services for the request for proposal No. 2005530, as stated in the attached document, hereby offer to provide the goods and services specified in this request for quotation at the price or prices indicated, in accordance with all specified specifications, and subject to CRS's terms and conditions applicable to goods and services established or specified in the document. I, the undersigned, declare that:

1. Our company and our personnel have no conflicts of interest in any activities that could represent, if we are selected, a conflict of interest with CRS.
2. Our company confirms that the bidder or subcontractors have not been associated, or in any way involved, directly or indirectly, in the preparation of the project, specifications, and/or other documents used in this tender.
3. Our company, its affiliates, or subsidiaries (including subcontractors or suppliers of any part of the contract) have not been declared ineligible by CRS in accordance with Section I. 3: Eligibility Criteria.
4. We have not offered and will not offer any gift and/or favor of any kind in exchange for this request for quotation and will never do so during the execution of any awarded contract.

I, ____________________________________ (Name of authorized signatory) , certify that I am the_____________________________(position) _____________________of (legal name of the company)________________; by signing this request for quotation for and on behalf of (legal name of the company) _______________________________, I certify that all information contained in this document is accurate and true and that signing this offer falls within my authority.

Authorized Signature:	Date:
Name of the authorized signatory:	Functional title of signatory:

 

Annex II. Past Experience Form for RFP No. 2005530

Purchases orders or contracts signed by both parties must be provided for each experience.

No.	Description of Goods/Services	Country	Client	Contact Details of client (email and phone number	Contract Value	Year of completion
1
2
3
4
5

 

Authorized Signature:	Date:
Name of the authorized signatory:	Functional title of signatory:

Annex III. Key personnel (format of Biodata)

Give the detailed information of the key personnel who are scheduled to be assigned as full-time field staff for the project. Fill up a form for each key personnel. - Authorized Managing Officer / Representative - Sustained Technical Employee

1. Name : ____________________________________________
2. Date of Birth : ____________________________________________
3. Nationality : ____________________________________________
4. Education and Degrees :_______________________________________
5. Specialty : ____________________________________________
6. Registration : ____________________________________________
7. Length of Service with the Firm :___ Year from___ (months) _____ (year) To ____ (months) _____ (year)
8. Years of Experience : ____________________________________________
9. If Item 7 is less than ten (10) years, give name and length of service with previous employers for a ten (10)-year period (attached additional sheet/s), if necessary:

Name and Address of Employer Length of Service _____ year(s) from _____ to ______

10. Languages : ____________________________________________

Supporting Documents for each key personnel

1. Copy of degree (bachelor or master)
2. CV

Note: For key personnel to be validated, Bidder MUST fill out Annex 6 AND provide (a), (b), (c) and (d). This is a PASS/FAIL to have the point. Company Name: ______________________   Name of Key Personnel: ____________________   Role in the Proposal: _____________________________   Signature of Key Personnel: ____________________________ Date: _______________________________  

Annex IV. Submission Checklist for Bidders

Bid submission Form. ☐Price Quote which complies with the specifications/TOR provided ☐Signed Quotation Submission Form (Annex I) ☐Reference list- Past Experience Form (Annex II) ☐Key personnel Form (Annex III) ☐Business registration, Tax Clearance, PPCC certificate and any required license (if any) ☐Business Brochure/Profile including names of management team/partners

Project Description:The Mastercard Foundation Leaders in Teaching (LIT) initiative aims to transform secondary education across Africa by strengthening secondary-level teaching and learning so that young people have the 21st-century skills and competencies needed for employment, lifelong learning, and adult life. The initiative works closely with local and national stakeholders in African countries and supports teachers and school leaders over the lifespan of their careers with a focus on recruitment, training, and motivation that prepares them to deliver quality and relevant learning.   Education Development Center (EDC) is coordinating and implementing the Leaders In Teaching Liberia program in Liberia in collaboration with a consortium of over 10 local education partners and the Ministry of Education, focusing on all four LIT programmatic pillars: 1) Teacher Recruitment; 2) Teacher Training; 3) Education Leadership and Management; and 4) Teacher Motivation. Each program component under the respective LIT pillars will be implemented with a strong focus on inclusion and gender equity, addressing the unique needs of marginalized young women, youth with disabilities, and refugee students in underserved communities. LIT aims to strengthen the quality of teaching and learning by providing holistic support across the teacher lifecycle, improving pre- and in-service teacher training in secondary education across Liberia, increasing access and completion, raising learning outcomes with a focus on STEM, preparing future and work-ready youth, and strengthening the capacity of the education system to manage and supervise teacher professional development. EDC will oversee program management and provide technical quality assurance, including the assessment and modification of curricula, as needed. Additionally, EDC will conduct targeted capacity-strengthening activities for local partners, empowering them to take the lead in implementing sustainable, locally led education solutions that will strengthen Liberia’s education system beyond the life of the program. As the primary point of contact with the Ministry of Education at the central level, EDC will ensure a coordinated approach among all partners, leveraging lessons learned and tools from Mastercard Foundation’s regional African partners operating in the country. Education Development Center (EDC) / Leaders in Teaching Liberia is requesting quotations from interested vendors across nine counties for upcoming training support. Vendors must be based in the county they are applying for. When requesting the detailed RFQ, vendors must mention in the subject line:

• The county
• The goods or services they’re interested in
• One email request per goods or service is required.
• All requests and submissions go to: LITProcurement@edc.org
• Action for Vendors:
• Ensure your subject line clearly states the county + goods/service.

           

Line	Time	Date	Time Table
A	4:00 PM Liberia Time	February 2, 2026	Deadline for Request for Quotation Detail and questions to EDC/LIT. Request for Quotation Detail and questions should be sent in writing by email to LITProcurement@edc.orgIssuance of responses by EDC/LIT will be on a roll basis via the LITProcurement@edc.org
B	4:00 PM Liberia Time	February 3, 2026	Deadline for submission of quotations sent by email to LITProcurement@edc.org

 Montserrado County

• Catering Service (Breakfast, Lunch, 500ml bottled water, soft drink)
• Vehicle Rental (SUV, AC, registration, insurance, fire service, driver, fuel)
• Printing Service (Glue Binding)
• Stationery & Cleaning Materials
• Projector Rental Service
• Bottled Water (500ml sacks)

 Bong, Grand Bassa, Grand Cape Mount, Grand Gedeh, Lofa, Margibi, Maryland and Rivercess Counties.

• Catering Service
• Vehicle Rental
• Stationery & Cleaning Materials
• Projector Rental Service
• Bottled Water (500ml sacks)
• Projector Rental Service
• Bottled Water (500ml sacks)

Liberia Agency for Community Development is an Liberian-based non-governmental, National, humanitarian organization, dedicated to the reduction of extreme poverty and hunger in Liberia. LACD is currently recruiting the below post:Job Code: ESPT (You must quote this code on your application)Job Title: Agriculture Technician Location: Rivercess CountyReporting To: Program Manager Responsible For: N/AContract duration: Six (6) months, renewable based on performance and fundingJob Purpose: The Agriculture Officer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising SRI rice production activities, providing technical support to farmers, and ensuring the adoption of best agronomic practices to improve productivity and sustainability.Responsibilities: 1 Technical and Field Operations

• Plan and oversee SRI rice production activities in target communities.
• Train farmers, farmer groups, and cooperatives on SRI principles and practices, including:
  • Nursery establishment and seed selection
  • Transplanting techniques
  • Water management
  • Weed control (mechanical and manual)
  • Soil fertility and organic matter management
• Establish and manage demonstration plots for SRI rice production.
• Provide regular field supervision and on-site technical backstopping to farmers.

Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with Program Manager and community leaders.
• Support the formation and strengthening of farmer groups and cooperatives engaged in rice production.
• Coordinate with extension staff and lead farmers for effective outreach.
• Work closely with LACD livelihood Officers and other field staff.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Collect data on rice acreage, yield, input use, and farmer adoption rates.
• Monitor crop performance and identify production constraints.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and seasonal reports on activities, progress, challenges, and lessons learned.

Capacity Building and Sustainability

• Promote climate-smart and environmentally sustainable farming practices.
• Support farmers in post-harvest handling, storage, and basic value addition.
• Encourage youth and women participation in rice production activities.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure activities comply with LACD policies, national agriculture guidelines, and donor requirements.
• Promote accountability, community participation, and safeguarding principles.
• Identify challenges and propose practical solutions to improve program quality.

Deliverables

• Approved work plans and activity reports.
• Timely and accurate monthly and quarterly reports.
• Training reports and attendance records.
• Documentation of best practices and lessons learned.
• Monthly update

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field.
• At least 2–3 years of practical experience in rice production or agricultural extension.
• Knowledge and experience in SRI rice production is a strong advantage.
• Experience working with smallholder farmers and rural communities.
• Good communication and training

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong facilitation and community mobilization skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites.
• Knowledge of donor-funded project requirements is an asset.

Ethical ConsiderationsThe Agriculture Officer must adhere to LACD’s code of conduct, safeguarding policy, gender equality, and protection principles at all times.Performance EvaluationPerformance will be assessed based on achievement of assigned deliverable s, quality of work, compliance with organizational policies, and contribution to overall project objectives.How to apply: By email to: email address for receiving application lacdhrrecruiment@gmail.com/ adama.lacd@gmail.com with the JOB CODE ESPT clearly in the SUBJECT LINE. By Hand to: HR Department, LACD, Symthe road, Old road Sinkor, Liberia. JOB CODE ESPT- Agriculture Officer clearly indicated on the envelope.   Applications must include the following:

• JOB CODE ESPT- Agriculture Officer
• A letter of application stating why you believe you are the best suited for the position.
• A copy of your CV (maximum 4 pages) giving active daytime contacts.
• Names and addresses of at least two (2) work-related referees with professional e-mail addresses.

  CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 5 pm on Monday February 12^th 2026.FEMALE APPLICANTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.Safeguarding at LACD: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesLACD has an organizational Code of Conduct (LACDCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of LACD staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with LACD’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with LACD will be expected to sign the LACD Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the LACD Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the LACD Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, LACD is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with LACD is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.  Liberia Agency for Community Development is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society. While all applicants will be strictly assessed on their individual merit, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Project/Consultancy Title: Gender and Advocacy Consultant Location(s): Monrovia Positions: Consultant (Individual/Team/Firm) Timeline: February-December 2026 Application deadline: February 7, 2026 BACKGROUND The aim of the consultancy is to support the coalition in national-level advocacy and networking initiatives. The Advocacy consultant will provide quarterly technical support to the Educate HER Coalition on policy analysis and reflection and policy engagement strategies. The consultant will also support: • The development and review of county-level advocacy initiatives • The roll-out of national-level media campaigns • the development of the Annual Score Cards and the Bi-annual Summary report and DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • the development of fodder for the Girls Education Dashboard and presentation at the Annual Joint Sector Review meeting

RESULTS OF SERVICE	DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic advocacy plan developed and supported	1. Provide substantive support to the coalition in designing, implementing and monitoring a strategic advocacy plan. 2. Host quarterly meetings with coalition to ensure that advocacy performance indicators are identified, incorporated, monitored and reported on throughout the project cycle. 3. Provide regular research, analysis and inputs to the overall advocacy focus. 4. Ensure that strategic inputs in decision-making forums are thoroughly explored and well-documented. 5. Assist in managing reputational risks or crises around sensitive issues.
Strategic partnership and networks established.	1. Develop and publish partners online database of organizations, groups and individuals that are committed to promoting girls’ education in Liberia. 2. Work with coalition to identify and support partner development and networking initiatives that engage key traditional and non-traditional partners, including government, civil society, private sector, development partners and other new actors. 3. Liaise with partners for content development, information exchange, collaborative advocacy efforts, and innovative communication and advocacy tools. 4. Participate in the Local Education Group (LEG), Education Sector Development Committee (ESDC) and other national decision- making platforms.
Quality of tools, publications, analysis and reports produced and well managed.	1. Compile and analyze experiences and shares findings with relevant partners so that best practices benefit the coalition’s work. 2. Prepare official briefing materials, talking points, speeches, statements, op-eds and presentations to promote advocacy priorities. 3. Ensure that the communications plan is aligned with the advocacy plan. 4. Provide support to communications team on public messaging, media outreach and branding.

QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent experience) in gender and advocacy, communications or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with five additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in program communications and advocacy in the context of gender is required. Experience working on advocacy and communication activities for a national organization with region experience is desirable. Experience developing and implementing strategic, advocacy and communications campaigns for a diverse audience is required. Experience managing resources, including personnel and budget, to support advocacy activities in a local context, is desirable. Professionalism 1. Ability to apply sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches. Helping Our People Excel (HOPE), Inc. Ensuring the Social, Educational, and Economic Empowerment of Liberians Tubman Boulevard/Sophie's Junction, Congo Town, Monrovia, Liberia Tel: +231-775515234/ WhatsApp: 231770767194* Email: info@hopelib.org Website: www.hopelib.org * Facebook: Hope Liberia 2. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis on sustainable development topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. 3. Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Communication 1. Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. 2. demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork 1. Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; 2. supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Ethical Standards and Intellectual Property: Ownership and copyright of all data, drafts, and final products of the assignment will be the EducateHER Project's sole and exclusive property and will be restricted for public use. The Consultant will submit all original documents, materials, and tools to HOPE Liberia Application Process We invite candidates to submit the following: - Cover letter - CV - Work samples. Please send your application materials to info@hopelib.org by 4pm, February 7, 2026. Submissions after the deadline will not be considered.

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. We also enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. Using our reach, experience, and knowledge, we drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and are active in more than 70 countries. Plan International Liberia would like to engage a real estate company to provide rental services for 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments in Monrovia, as detailed in the terms of reference. Interested bidders can request the comprehensive tender document by emailing liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.orgBidders are expected to submit physical copies of their bids by or before Friday, February 6, 2026, at 4:30 pm, at the address below. Plan International Liberia Country Office Fish market Community, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia Contact: 0770009000/0770009133. All bids submitted after the deadline as indicated above will be rejected The bid opening is scheduled for February 10, 2026, at 11:00 am, and will be attended by bidders or their representatives who choose to be present. Women-owned businesses and companies actively engaged in or advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in the workplace are especially encouraged to apply. Each Bidder must submit only one offer. Submitting more than one offer, either by a single company or by two companies partially or fully owned by the same individual, will result in the disqualification of all involved parties without affecting the overall validity of the tender process. Interested bidders can seek clarification on any aspect related to this by emailing liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.org before January 23, 2026. All communication regarding this process must include the ITT reference number: LBR_LTA_FY26_017 Long-Term Agreement Apartments.   John Mbusa Head of Operations / Deputy Country Director Plan International Liberia

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. We also enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. Using our reach, experience, and knowledge, we drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and are active in more than 70 countries. Plan International Liberia intends to procure Educational Materials to be delivered in, Lofa, Bomi and Nimba Counties, and hereby invites qualified, experienced, and well-established suppliers operating in Liberia to prepare and submit their bids. Interested bidders can request the tender document by writing to this email: liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.orq. Liberia.piiasprocure@plan-international.org Bidders are expected to submit the physical copies of their bids on or before Friday, February 6, 2026, by 12:00 pm at any of the below addresses: Plan International Liberia Country Office, Fish Market Community, Sinkor, Tubman Boulevard, Monrovia. Contact: 0770009133/0770009000. Plan International Lofa Program Influencing Intervention Area, Madingo Quarter, Voinjama Contact; 0770009250 Plan International Bomi Program Influencing Intervention Area, Harmon Hill Community Contact: 0770009079 Plan International Nimba Office, CBC Community, Old Zoe Lodge Contact: 0770009055 The bid opening will take place on February 6, 2026, at 11:00 A.M, In the presence of suppliers or their representatives who choose to attend. Women-owned businesses and companies actively engaged in or advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in the workplace are especially encouraged to apply. Each Supplier must submit ONLY ONE (1) offer. Submission of more than one (1) offer by a company or by two companies partially or fully owned by the same person will eliminate all of them from the tendering process without affecting the validity of the whole tendering process. Interested suppliers can get clarification on any related aspect to liberia.procurementinfo@plan-international.org by 28th January 2026. Any communication in relation to this process must include the MDT reference number: LBR_STA_FY26_018_MD

January 20, 2026 VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Technical Service SupervisorCLASSIFICATION: S4REPORT TO: Brew master / Quality Assurance Mang. / Bottling Plant Mang / Production Manager / Technical ManagerDEPARTMENT: BrewhouseDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pre-evaluate Analysis results MO/CTA.
• Prepare monthly QM / Production Reports.
• Carry Out Hygienic audits.
• Training of Personal in Laboratory and Production.
• HACCP Champion and Executive Leader (“Team Leader”).
• OHS-Leader Technical Department.
• TPM-Member.
• EPA-Officer.
• Perform Entry Control and ensure the analysis for it.
• Daily PC and Micro file evaluations.
• Preparing all SOP for all section (Yearly renewing).
• Ensuring general well-being of MBI Employees ie. Sanitation, hygiene etc.
• Ensuring calibration of all Lab- and QM Equipment in the whole brewery in time and after calibration schedule
• Carry out all other task ensured by the Superior.
• Assist the Quality Assurance Manager in conducting risk management assessments.
• High quality of supervision level, work oriented.
• Assist QAM by ring scheme and Guinness analyses.
• Ensure monthly Stock of LAB and Production.
• Close working with the 1st Brewmaster, QAM or Bottling Plant Manager.
• Take over positions of 1st Brewmaster, QAM or Bottling Plant Manager in their absence.
• Perform related duties as required by superior.

 POSITION SPECIFICATION (Education, Training, Experience, Skills): 

• BSc. Degree in Chemistry/Biology is an added advantage
• Training or experience in basic Laboratory practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good human relation
• Ability to work under pressure and take initiative
• Leadership skills
• Ability to perform highly physical tasks
• Problem solving skills/ability
• Excellent attention to details and duties
• Experience in Production companies
• Good knowledge of Word, Excel, Access and power point is an added advantage

 GENERAL EMPLOYMENT TERMS 

• Being on time for work is an essential quality that MBI desires in employees. Being punctual will help you appear professional, lower your stress and result in

several other benefits. Therefore, arriving to work on time is a great way to improve yourself as an employee at MBI. Commuting to and from work is the prerogative of the employee

• Eating and drinking at the operation areas are prohibited.
• Usage of mobile phones whiles on duty, other than for work matters, are prohibited
• Improper handling of tools, installations, machines and equipment may lead disciplinary action which includes termination of employment and withholding of damage cost.
• Wearing of required PPE is mandatory
• Personal Hygiene must be observed at all times
• Pollution of environment is unacceptable
• High Hygiene standard is mandatory in the food and beverage companies in all areas so cleaning is part of the job

HOW TO APPLY:Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and cover letter, along with names and addresses of three (3) work-related references and their phone numbers, to: applications@monbrew.com or hand deliver it to the HR Department by February 7, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and on wards processing.