INTRODUCTION
Program Background Information
The Skills for Employability, Inclusion and Productivity (SEIP) project in Somalia project, supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB), is a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing employability and skills development in Somalia. Recognizing the critical role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET), the project focuses on strengthening the capacity of trainers and instructors. 
 
In a fragmented TVET system, where existing curricula lack harmonization and quality assurance, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA) plays a crucial role. Mandated to coordinate all technical and vocational training programs, project activities, and provide policy direction, MoLSA acts as a watchdog for the quality of TVET programs across the country. Collaborating with federal line ministries, federal member states, the private sector, and international partners, MoLSA contributes to the socio-economic development of Somalia.

• The SEIP project, spanning from 2023 to 2026, aims to improve the employability and productivity of Somali youth and women. By providing quality and demand-driven TVET and entrepreneurship development, the project supports inclusive growth. The focus lies in reviving the TVET sub-sector through IVTC center rehabilitation, training facilities enhancement, and institutional and sector governance capacity building. This effort will increase the pool of skilled youth workforce, enhance opportunities for employability, and promote self-employment. Additionally, the project aligns with climate-resilient fields, low carbon emission goals, and green growth.

Preparation of Proposals and General Information

• Proposals and all supporting documents must be uploaded to the link stated in the RFP no later than 15 July 2025, 16:00:00 hours (04:00:00 p.m. o’clock), Central European Time (CET).
• Proposals received after the closing date and time will be rejected. GCA will confirm receipt of Proposals within 24 hours from the closing date and time. Bidders that do not receive this confirmation must contact GCA within 48 hours from the closing date and time. After 48 hours from the closing date and time, GCA shall not respond to any queries related to whether a bidder’s Proposal was received.

Submission and Opening of Proposals

• The Proposal must be uploaded to the link in Section 2.1 of the RFP in separate documents labelled/named “GCA-PR-23-235 RFP 03-25 – TECHNICAL Proposal” and “GCA-PR-23-235 RFP 03-25 – FINANCIAL Proposal”.

Please download the full RFP on this page for more information.