Enhancing Educational Access in Community Centers/Schools in Myanmar
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) invites qualified educational organizations working in Myanmar to submit the sealed proposal, to ensure that at least 2,000 conflict-affected, vulnerable, disadvantaged and out-of-school girls and boys (primary level) are reached and supported to gain access to safe, relevant and quality education and continued learning in the inclusive and safe learning spaces in 10 Community Centers/ Schools, Myanmar. The project timeline spans from June 2025 to May 2026.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) consists of this cover page and the attached Form 10-10 (including six annexes).
Offerors are requested to acknowledge the receipt of this RFP and to indicate whether or not will be submitting a proposal. For this purpose, and for any requests for clarification, please contact at procurement.bgk@unesco.org.
Note: Bidding for all UNESCO tenders and projects is free of charge, UNESCO does not require any fees to participate in the tender.
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