Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the Provision of off-the-shelf instructor-led training courses
UNOPS
Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the Provision of off-the-shelf instructor-led training courses
Request for quotation
Reference:
RFQ/2025/57212
Beneficiary countries or territories:
Multiple destinations (see the Countries or territories tab)
Registration level:
Basic
Published on:
08-May-2025
Deadline on:
04-Jun-2025 10:00 0.00
Expired
Description
Tender description: Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the Provision of off-the-shelf instructor-led training courses as further described in Section II - Schedule of Requirement of this RFQ.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Interested vendors must respond to this tender using the UNOPS eSourcing system, via the UNGM portal. In order to access the full UNOPS tender details, request clarifications on the tender, and submit a vendor response to a tender using the system, vendors need to be registered as a UNOPS vendor at the UNGM portal and be logged into UNGM. For guidance on how to register on UNGM and submit responses to UNOPS tenders in the UNOPS eSourcing system, please refer to the user guide and other resources available at: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Interested vendors must respond to this tender using the UNOPS eSourcing system, via the UNGM portal. In order to access the full UNOPS tender details, request clarifications on the tender, and submit a vendor response to a tender using the system, vendors need to be registered as a UNOPS vendor at the UNGM portal and be logged into UNGM. For guidance on how to register on UNGM and submit responses to UNOPS tenders in the UNOPS eSourcing system, please refer to the user guide and other resources available at: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
This tender has been posted through the UNOPS eSourcing system. / Cet avis a été publié au moyen du système eSourcing de l'UNOPS. / Esta licitación ha sido publicada usando el sistema eSourcing de UNOPS. Vendor Guide / Guide pour Fournisseurs / Guíra para Proveedores: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
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This procurement opportunity integrates considerations for at least one sustainability indicator. However, it does not meet the requirements to be considered sustainable.
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The tender contains sustainability considerations related to human rights, fundamental principles and rights at work, occupational health and safety, fairly traded goods, targeted employment of people with disabilities, etc.
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New clarification added: Question: We already submitted our proposal with all the documents requested. But the excel form of form B is a new requirement. How can we attach the excel of form B without having to start all over again please?Answer: Please check chapter "4.5.2 Edit a vendor response" of the eSourcing vendor guide https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
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02-Jun-2025 11:24
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: regarding to the blaket tender you issue online in the ungm market, please we need the samples of the blanket and also the quantity of the blanket as requested for, because in not in the document.Answer: We do not understand the question. If this question is about the contract, the sample blanket purchase agreement is available in the Documents section.
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02-Jun-2025 07:52
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: Could you please indicate if you wish there to any pre and post-engagement (eg transfer of learning) time to be included in the costing or is it specifically and only based on student contact hours for each discrete workshop? That is, are you interested in having instructors cost out time to engage staff before and after the workshops? Answer: You can specify any additional cost pre or post training in the financial table under Additional Costs. Please provide a total cost that includes all additional costs as suggested in the financial tables.
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28-May-2025 14:50
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webservice@unops.org
New amendment added #3: Extension of the tender deadline by 1 week to June 4th, and the clarifications deadline to June 2nd.Upload of an Excel version of the price tables for Form B: Price Schedule Form
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26-May-2025 14:47
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: At the financial offer detals : how to calculate the Unit Price for each lot 60 ,90,120 and 180, while the number of sessions participants is some times 15 other time is 50 and 100.Answer: We will add an example of how to calculate the price to the tender.Question: would you give an example how to calculate it Under "Financial Offer Details" on the portal, which number do we include under UNIT COST related to the figures calculated on FORM B?Answer: We will add an example of how to calculate the price to the tender.
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26-May-2025 12:25
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: We are required to give a catalog indicating the off-the-shelf courses available for the respective minutes (Lots), while this is an off-the-shelf project in which you are having your courses catalog that we'd use for the training. Please can you help to detail exactly what you are expecting us to do here? Or you meant we draft arbitrary course catalog in relation to the topics (culture behaviour, soft skills, knowledge & skills, technical skills & trends in skills demand)? Answer: The bidder is supposed to have an already existing extensive catalog of off-the-shelf courses in the themes detailed in the TORs. This is not something that you can create for the tender, you need to have all the courses already ready and an existing catalog, that we are asking you to upload as part of your offer.
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23-May-2025 12:14
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: does unit price means WEIGHTED TOTAL COST per participant and per hour for any LOT ?Answer: We are not sure what you mean by unit price. The total for each lot is the WEIGHTED TOTAL COST per participant and per hour for the lot (as per the calculation formula provided in the financial form).
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22-May-2025 13:50
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: how to fill the Unit price for each lot (60,90,120,180) at the financial offer details?Answer: Please follow the instructions in the price Form. If you have a specific question, please let us know so that we can help.
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22-May-2025 13:28
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: after filling the Lot 1 price for 60 min. sessions, the other lots 2,3 and 4 were locked and cannot be filled. Answer: I would recommend checking the eSourcing Vendor guide available on the platform (click on the Help button) to ensure you are using the system correctly. If the problem still cannot be solved, then it could be a technical issue. If you encounter any technical issues with the eSourcing system, please contact our helpdesk at eSourcing@unops.org . For better service, please provide your UNGM username, UNGM registration number and the tender reference (e.g. RFP/2022/42050)
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21-May-2025 11:39
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: May I ask if you would be interested in Public Procurement training?Answer: Public procurement training is not a priority. If it is offered in the catalog of off-the-shelf training, it is good. Please refer to the TORs for the priority topics.
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21-May-2025 10:32
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: The financial proposal submission tab (on the e-tender website) allows for the submission of a single price set, whereas each lot includes at least three pricing criteria (based on the number of participants) and two delivery formats (virtual and in-person). We are considering to set the base price for 15 participants per class and outlining the additional pricing options in the comments section. Kindly confirm if this approach is acceptable.Answer: Please note that the returnable bidding forms have been amended to base the financial evaluation on a unique price for each lot.
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20-May-2025 13:44
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webservice@unops.org
New amendment added #2: Revision of the tender documents (changes are highlighted in yellow in the documents)
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20-May-2025 11:56
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: Question: The ToR lists several valuable thematic areas for training (UNOPS Culture behaviours, Soft skills, UN Knowledge & Skills, Technical Skills, Trends in Skills Demand). While we offer comprehensive coverage, could UNOPS provide any indication of current priority areas or specific competencies within these categories that are of immediate focus for personnel development in the upcoming 12-24 months?Answer: All thematic areas listed are considered relevant and important. This BPA is designed to respond to ad-hoc training needs that may arise at different times across the organization. For this reason, it is not possible to provide a specific prioritization at this stage, as learning demands may vary over time and across different contexts and offices.------------------------Question: For the 'UN Knowledge & Skills' category (e.g., Sustainable development, DEI/Gender, Climate, Human Rights, SDGs, Ethics), is UNOPS primarily seeking introductory/awareness-level off-the-shelf courses for a broad audience, or are there specific sub-topics or intermediate levels that are also anticipated under this BPA?Answer: We expect that training in the ‘UN Knowledge & Skills’ category may include both introductory/awareness-level courses for a broad audience, as well as more in-depth or specialized content depending on the topic. The level and focus of the training may also vary depending on the target audience, which could range from all personnel to leadership roles, decision-makers or technical specialists in these areas.------------------------Question 3 : Regarding the 'Technical Skills' Prince2 and MSP, does UNOPS have a preference or requirement for these courses to be delivered by an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) leading to official certification, or is training focused on the methodologies and principles sufficient for the purposes of this BPA?Answer: Training focused on the methodologies and principles is sufficient for the purposes of this BPA. There is no requirement for these courses to be delivered by an ATO. ------------------------Question 4 : While the training is for UNOPS personnel globally, are there any specific regions, departments, or staff levels that are anticipated to be primary users of the virtual off-the-shelf training under this BPA in its initial phase?Answer: The BPA is global and is intended to cater for ad-hoc training needs that may arise at different times across the organization. For this reason, it is not possible to predict at this stage which locations, regions, or personnel groups will generate the first or main demand. Requests may come from any office or personnel level across UNOPS.------------------------Question 5 : The price schedule requests costs for 60, 90, 120, and 180-minute sessions. Does UNOPS have an internal preference or data on the most effective/preferred virtual session durations for its personnel for these types of off-the-shelf courses?Answer: While session length depends on the topic, in general, UNOPS personnel tend to prefer shorter virtual sessions (60 to 90 minutes) for greater engagement and effectiveness.The stated durations in the price schedule are intended primarily to provide a consistent pricing framework for evaluation purposes, and do not necessarily reflect or prescribe the actual session lengths that may be agreed upon during implementation. For example, if there is a need for a 20 min session, then the price per participant and per hour will be used to determine the cost of that session. ------------------------Question 6 : Regarding the potential for F2F training, could UNOPS provide any context on the likely scenarios or locations where F2F might be requested (e.g., for specific leadership programs, regional team meetings, HQ-based initiatives)?Answer: F2F training would only be considered in exceptional cases driven by specific learning needs. At this stage, it is not possible to anticipate or define in advance the exact scenarios or locations where this may occur. In line with UNOPS’ commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, virtual delivery remains the primary and preferred modality. ------------------------Question 7 : The ToR mentions briefing facilitators on the UNOPS context. Will UNOPS provide standardized briefing materials (e.g., on mission, values, terminology), or will the selected vendor(s) be expected to develop these based on publicly available information and discussions with the UNOPS focal point?Answer: UNOPS will provide standard briefing materials and complement this with discussions with focal points as needed.------------------------Question 8 : Regarding adapting training content for diverse regions/groups, can UNOPS clarify the typical extent of adaptation expected for 'off-the-shelf' courses? For example, is it primarily focused on incorporating region-specific case studies or examples, language nuances, or are more significant structural adaptations anticipated?Answer: Adaptations would primarily focus on incorporating region-specific examples, case studies, visual design and language adjustments. In addition, vendors may be asked to make minor adjustments to better suit diverse audiences, roles, or varying levels of prior knowledge and experience. Major structural redesign of courses would not be expected under this BPA.------------------------Question 9 : We employ a comprehensive Capacity Development Evaluation Framework (CDEF). Are there any specific key performance indicators or evaluation metrics (beyond participant satisfaction and attendance) that UNOPS is particularly interested in tracking for these off-the-shelf training programs to demonstrate value and impact?Answer: Beyond participant satisfaction and attendance, in the long term, UNOPS would be interested in tracking additional measures where feasible, including knowledge retention, transfer of learning to the workplace, behavioral change, and follow-up assessments to evaluate longer-term impact. Vendors are encouraged to share details of their capabilities on this topic.------------------------Question 10 : Does UNOPS have a preferred template, format, or system for the submission of quarterly reports by BPA holders?Answer: No strict template exists; vendors are encouraged to propose a draft reporting format, which will be finalized jointly during onboarding.------------------------Question 11 : We note KPI 1 specifies delivery 'within maximum 10 working days after receipt of the PO,' while ToR Section 6 states 'within three weeks from the date of the request.' Could UNOPS clarify if 'request' and 'PO' are considered distinct, or confirm which timeline takes precedence for typical engagements under the BPA?Answer: Request and PO are used interchangeably. Please note that delivery is expected to take place no later than 3 calendar weeks after the issuance of the PO. We will issue an amendment to reflect this in the tender documentation (KPI 1).
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15-May-2025 17:14
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: QUESTION: Please are we the ones to develop the course catalogue (topics) and develop the contents? ANSWER: As indicated in the RFQ title, we are seeking a provider of off-the-shelf training. This implies that the course content is already developed by the provider, and UNOPS will contract the provider to grant its employees access to the provider's existing catalog of training.
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15-May-2025 16:04
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: QUESTION: We would appreciate it if you could provide us with information on how to access the tender documents and submit our quotation.ANSWER: Please follow the instructions available on the eSourcing guide, available on the eSourcing platform. For ease of reference, please find the direct link here: https://esourcing.unops.org/#/Help/Guides
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14-May-2025 12:34
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webservice@unops.org
New clarification added: QUESTION: From the training content you indicated in the tender, do you expect us to provide trainers' CVS for each provided content? Categorised into sections? ANSWER: As stated in Section III: Returnable Bidding Forms, bidders are requested to submit CVs for five proposed facilitators under the main tender; however, providing the respective CV of the proposed facilitator for each content offered is encouraged.
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14-May-2025 10:46
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webservice@unops.org
New amendment added #1: Extension of the tender deadline to May 28th 2025 and clarifications deadline to May 26th 2025.
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12-May-2025 15:12
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webservice@unops.org