Professional Creative Software Suite for the United Nations

This RFI is issued by the United Nations Office in Geneva (UNOG) to identify potential technical solutions for a comprehensive suite of professional creative software tools. These tools will support a global user base of experienced professionals engaged in advanced multimedia content development, including visual design, video production, illustration, photography, audio post-production, and UI/UX design. Solutions must be suitable for enterprise deployment across decentralized teams with delegated administration, offer multilingual support (specifically the six UN official languages), include advanced AI capabilities, and provide centralized license management. Specific Requirements/Information Functional Scope – Required Creative Tools Vendors should clearly identify the tools in their suite and describe their functionality against the following domains. Each tool should meet or exceed the capabilities of leading industry-standard applications. a. Raster-Based Photo Editing & Graphic Design - Layer-based editing with masks, smart objects, and blending modes - Non-destructive adjustments (curves, levels, HSL, exposure) - AI-assisted object selection and background removal - Retouching tools: clone, heal, liquify, warp - Brush engine with pressure sensitivity - CMYK and spot color support - Batch processing and automation features - Format support for high-resolution print and digital outputs b. Vector Illustration & Graphic Design - Vector drawing tools with precision controls - Multi-artboard support - Advanced typography: variable fonts, OpenType, ligatures - Shape building, pattern creation, and live effects - Reusable symbols, styles, and templates - Export to SVG, PDF, EPS, etc. c. Digital Publishing & Print Layout - Multi-page layout with master pages and templates - Paragraph and object styles - Interactive layout elements (buttons, links) - Prepress tools (bleed, slug, preflight) - Anchored objects, tables, footnotes - Multilingual and right-to-left typesetting support d. Photo Cataloging & Raw Editing - Photo import, metadata tagging, face detection - Non-destructive raw image processing - Batch editing and preset workflows - Histogram, tone curve, and lens correction tools - Sync across desktop, mobile, and web e. Video Editing & Post-Production - Multi-track editing with timeline controls - Color grading, LUTs, and keyframing - Audio integration and basic sound editing - Proxy workflows, 4K+ video support, GPU acceleration - Auto-captioning, auto-reframe, and background removal (AI-based) - Export to custom formats and platforms f. Motion Graphics & Visual Effects - Layered 2D/3D compositing tools - Keyframe animation and scripting - Particle systems, tracking, rotoscoping - Export to video, GIF, or HTML5 g. Audio Editing & Post-Production - Multi-track waveform editor with spectral display - Noise reduction, speech cleanup, pitch/time shifting - VST plugin support, mastering presets - Audio syncing for video - Transcription and alignment tools (AI-based) h. UI/UX & Interactive Design - Responsive layout tools and component libraries - Interactive prototyping with transitions and gestures - Design system management and developer handoff tools - Commenting and co-editing features i. Creative Communication Tools - Drag-and-drop templates for internal/external communication - Content resizing and platform optimization - Light animation, captions, and video overlays - Shared brand asset libraries =================================== Technical and Administrative Requirements a. License Management Console - Centralized license administration - Delegated sub-administration by office/entity - Role-based access control and audit logs b. Integration & Access Control - Support for SSO (SAML 2.0, OIDC) - Integration with LDAP, Active Directory, or Azure AD c. Multilingual Capability - Interfaces and documentation in languages in addition to English, ideally in: - Arabic - Chinese - French - Russian - Spanish would be useful. d. AI & Innovation - AI-powered editing, automation, and generative content - Roadmap showing ongoing AI evolution - AI tools should support multilingual output where relevant e. Training & Knowledge Support - Onboarding training at contract start - Ongoing access to updated training materials (videos, docs, webinars) - End-user and admin-specific learning paths f. Collaboration & Deployment - Web, desktop, and mobile access - Cloud collaboration with version control and shared libraries - Options for hybrid or offline usage in low-bandwidth environments g. Cloud-Based Collaboration & Shared Asset Management Vendors must provide or integrate with a secure, cloud-based platform that supports real-time collaboration and sharing of creative content across users, teams, and entities. The platform should offer: Version control with rollback options Shared asset libraries (e.g., logos, templates, brand elements) accessible across user groups Real-time commenting and co-editing where applicable Permission management for folders, files, and projects (view/edit/restrict) Support for large media file types (e.g., high-resolution video, RAW images) Cross-platform synchronization between desktop, mobile, and web Integration with identity systems for secure access control (SSO, LDAP) Preference will be given to solutions that: Allow cloud syncing with offline capabilities Enable collaborative workflows between departments and duty stations Offer administrative visibility into content sharing and usage ================================================ In order to respond to the RFI, please kindly provide the following: - Overview of your suite and mapped tools as listed in Functional Scope – Required Creative Tools - Technical details on how your suite meets the Technical and Administrative Requirements - Multilingual support and accessibility standards - Security certifications and data compliance capabilities - Licensing structure for 10 to 500+ global users depending on the application - Available onboarding/training support and materials - Innovation roadmap with AI feature pipeline - Catalogue price of the suite and/or the tools This RFI does not constitute a solicitation. Based on information received, UNOG may contact you for further information or initiate a formal solicitation process.