Business Service Provider- Support for CRFS Promotion, Cacao EBET, and Canada Trade E-Commerce

In the Philippines MEDA is on its six-year Resilience and Inclusion through Investment for Sustainable Agriculture (RIISA) initiative. It strives for more resilience and inclusive economic growth for women and men cacao smallholder farmers (SHFs) in Mindanao Philippines through strengthened cacao market systems supported by investment. With a focus on Davao region RIISA responds to multiple challenges in the Philippines cacao sector and draws on MEDAs experience in market systems development gender lens investing (GLI) gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) and environment and climate change (ECC).

Objectives

• Enable wider promotion and access to CRFS knowledge product by supporting publication of the CRFS handbook on the DA-ATI website.
• IntegrateCRFS principles and practices into the Cacao Training Program for Enterprise-based Education and Training (EBET)ofMAGSIGE MultipurposeCooperativein coordination with TESDA.

• Facilitatemarketaccesstoat least five (5) cacaoenterprises andgenerate at least one (1) Canadian buyer lead for trade opportunitiesviaHootzpase-commerce platform.

• Document accomplishmentsandoutcomes and lessons learned toinform decision making and project adaptation.

Scope of Work

Deliverable 1: Work with DA-ATI to publish the CRFS handbook on its website (Deadline: 19 August 2026)

• Conduct a coordination meeting with DA-ATI and the commissioning team to confirm the publication workflow approvals file format requirements and posting schedule.

• Review the final CRFS handbook and prepare a web-publication package which may include the final PDFa short summary/abstract keywords suggested citation/credits and other posting metadata required by DA-ATI.

• Coordinate with the DA-ATI web administrator/team to upload and publish the CRFS handbook; verify accessibility and functionality (e.g. correct version working download/view).

• Prepare an evidence pack of publication (e.g. webpage URL provided by DA-ATI screenshots showing the live posting and the posting date).

Deliverable 2: Work with MAGSIGE MPC and TESDA to integrate CRFS into the Cacao Training Program (EBET) (Deadline: 18 September 2026)

• Hold coordination meetings with MAGSIGE MPC and TESDA to agree on scope of CRFS integrationrequiredapprovals deliverable format and implementation pathway within EBET.

• Review existing EBET training structure/materials and map CRFS concepts and practices suitable for integration (e.g. learning outcomes session plans practical exercises farm demonstration activities assessment methods).

• Develop a CRFS integration package for the EBET program which should include at minimum: (i) module/session outline and learningobjectives; (ii) proposed trainer/facilitator notes; and (iii) recommended practical activities aligned to EBET delivery.

• Facilitate a validation session/workshop with MAGSIGE MPC TESDA and the commissioning team to review refine andfinalizethe integration package.

• Document institutional agreement on the finalized CRFS integration (e.g. signed concurrence/endorsement or meeting minutes with clear decisions and sign-off as applicable to partner processes).

Deliverable 3: Work withHootzpato engagecacao enterprises andCanadian companies for trade (Deadline: 29 November 2026)

• Conduct a planning meeting withHootzpaand the commissioning team to confirm target products/product categories target buyer profile(s) in Canada roles in buyer outreach and information requirements for listings/offers.

• Prepare a brief trade engagement plan covering outreach channels target company segments value propositiondue diligencetimeline and documentation approach for leads and meetings.

• Facilitate registration/onboarding of at least five (5) cacaoenterpriseson theHootzpae-commerce platform including completion of required profiles and product offer information(fortraceabilityand transparency)necessary for buyer engagement.

• Facilitate introductions and B2B engagements (virtual or in-person asfeasible) to generate at least one (1) Canadian buyer lead; document meeting notes expressions of interest and next steps.
• Support progression toward trade outcomesevidencedby at least one of the following (as applicable): request for quotation (RFQ) sample request draft purchase order memorandum of understanding or other verifiable transaction-related documentation.

Deliverables and Timeline

1. Progress report with focus on the evidence of publication of the CRFS handbook on DA-ATIs website (including URL/link and documentation of posting). - 19 August 2026
2. Progress reportwith focus on the validated CRFS integration package for the Cacao EBET program with documentation of agreement/approval by MAGSIGE MPC and TESDA (as applicable). - 18 September 2026
3. Progress report on thepartnership withHootzpawith the following:(i) at least five (5) cacaoenterprisesonboarded(meeting due diligence requirements)on theHootzpae-commerce platform; (ii) at least one (1) Canadian buyer lead generated; and (iii) documentation of buyer outreach actions and B2B engagements conducted. - 29 November 2026
4. Consolidated final report covering Deliverables 13 including outputs outcomes challenges lessons learned and recommendations.- 11 December 2026

Period of Performance

The assignment is expected to begin upon contract signing and will run until 11 December 2026 unless adjusted through a written amendment.

Qualifications & Selection Criteria

A. Generic and Mandatory:

• Legally registered entity in the Philippines (DTI/SEC/CDA as applicable) and authorized to conduct the proposed services.
• Demonstrated experience in multi-stakeholder coordination with government and private sector partners.
• Demonstrated capacity to deliver outputs within fixed deadlines including document preparation and facilitation of meetings/validation sessions.
• Ability to assign a focal person and mobilize qualified staff/consultants for the duration of the engagement.
• Willingness to comply with applicable due diligence requirements of MEDA-RIISA
  

Preferred Qualification

• Experience supporting publication of knowledge products through institutional/government websites (content packaging approvals coordination web posting support).

• Experience in training design/curriculum development and/or integration of technical modules into enterprise-based or competency-based training programs.

• Experience in trade promotion B2B matchmaking and/or e-commerce-enabled market linkages preferably including international buyers.

• Familiarity with agrifood trade readiness considerations (e.g. product documentation basiclabelling/logistics/payment considerations) and ability to coordinate with relevant support institutions when needed.

• Preferablythe deployment of services is supporting the BSPsexisting business model andcommercial interests.

Application Procedure

Interested BSPs to send application to MEDA via email at cc:on or before22 May 2026.

Proposal Outline

1. Introduction:understanding of theToRand the BSPs overall approach.
2. Organizational Profile and Relevant Experience: similar assignments delivered client references and results achieved.
3. Proposed Methodology: approach per deliverable coordination approach with partners and quality assurance measures.
4. Work Plan: activities timeline and level of effort aligned to the required deadlines.
5. Team Composition: proposed personnel roles and CVs.
6. Financial Proposal: detailed and itemized cost estimate including assumptions

Annexes

• Proof of Registration ((DTI/SEC/CDA) as applicable)
• CVs of key personnel.
• At least three (3) professional references with contact details.
• Relevant work samples (publication support training/curriculum work trade facilitation/e-commerce engagement) if available

Required Experience:

Senior IC