SME Diversification & Start-Up Support program
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Background
In February 2026, the Republic of Suriname has issued a Social Bond to finance eligible social expenditures and priority social projects.
The Ministry of Finance and Planning (Employer), for the benefit of the Ministry of Youth Development & Sports, intends to engage a qualified consultancy firm to implement the RISE Program (Direction, Innovation, Skills, Entrepreneurship). The program empowers young entrepreneurs (18–35 years) through structured Business Development Services (BDS), sector-specific vocational training, mentoring, capital allocation, and aftercare.
The program targets:
Scope of Services
The Consultant will provide professional services including:
The assignment covers 18 months, structured into phases: program design, training delivery, capital allocation, and aftercare monitoring.
Consultant Qualifications
Interested firms must demonstrate:
Selection Method
Consultants will be selected using the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method, in accordance with international procurement policies and practices.
Evaluation will consider technical capacity, relevant experience, and cost, in line with international donor procurement practices
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit:
All documentation must be submitted
Deadline and Contact
Expressions of Interest must be delivered by 24th of July 2026 via email to:
Ministry of Finance and Planning
Attn: Procurement Lead – Priority Social Projects Paramaribo, Suriname
Email: [email protected]
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