Request for Proposal For Researcher To Conduct An Analytical Study On The Access Of Persons With Disabilities In Palestine To Basic Services In Emergency Situations

Request For Proposals For Researcher To Conduct An Analytical Study On The Access Of Persons With Disabilities In Palestine To Basic Services In Emergency Situations. Researcher To Conduct An Analytical Study On The Access Of Persons With Disabilities In Palestine To Basic Services In Emergency Situations. Date: August 23Rd, 2025 Purchase Request Number: 860 Serial Number: Rfq-25-104 631 Title Of Consultancy: Researcher To Conduct An Analytical Study Objective Of The Consultancy: To Conduct A Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Study Focal Point Follow-Up: Project Coordinator Deadline For Offers: September 3Rd, 2025 Type Of Appointment: Individual Service Contract Period Of Assignment: 5 Months (Start Date January 2026) Organizational Background The East Jerusalem Young Mens Christian Association (Ej-Ymca) Founded In 1948, Is A Vibrant And Integral Part Of The Palestinian Social Movement And A Leader Among Palestinian Non-Governmental Organizations. It Is An Independent, Neutral, And Professional Organization, Affiliated With The Global Ymca Movement. As A Member Of The World Alliance Of Ymcas, The Ej-Ymca Is Committed To A Unique Vision Of Community, Based On The Universal Values Of Human Dignity, Peace, And Justice. The Rehabilitation Program Is One Of The Core Programs Of The Ej-Ymca. The Program Was Established In 1989. The Rehabilitation Program Aims At Empowering Persons With Disabilities, And Survivors Of Political Violence In Palestine To Reach Their Full Potential And Inclusion In Their Communities, Through Providing Quality And Holistic Mental Health And Vocational Rehabilitation Services. The Rehabilitation Program Has Evolved Through The Years To Become One Of The Leading Rehabilitation Services On The National Level That Address Mental Health And Economic Independence For Persons With Disabilities And Survivors Of Political Violence. The Program Adapts A Holistic Approach To The Provision Of Services, Which Includes Psychosocial Counselling, Vocational Training, Community Mobilization, And Advocacy Initiatives, To Empower Young People And Support The Realization Of Their Rights To Participate In Social And Economic Life And Improve Their Well-Being. The East Jerusalem Ymca Rehabilitation Program, With The Support Of The Danish Institute For Human Rights, Is Launching A National Research Study To Assess The Situation Of Palestinian Persons With Disabilities (Pwds) In The West Bank And Gaza Strip Amid Current Political And Military Emergencies. The Study Aims To Contribute To Inclusive Policy And Institutional Reform By Addressing Barriers To Accessibility, Participation, And Protection For Pwds In Humanitarian And Conflict-Affected Contexts. Consultancy Objective The Purpose Of This Assignment Is To Conduct A Comprehensive, Evidence-Based Study That Will: Assess The Physical, Legal, And Institutional Barriers Facing Pwds. Examine The Inclusiveness Of National Policies And Practices. Analyze The Impact Of Political Instability And Conflict-Driven Emergencies On The Rights, Safety, And Accessibility Of Pwds. Benchmark Palestinian Approaches Against Those Of Similar Conflict-Affected Settings. Offer Actionable, Crpd-Aligned Recommendations For Advocacy And Reform. Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement To Build Collective Ownership Of Inclusive Policy Changes. Examine Whether Persons With Disabilities (Pwds) Are Being Systematically Excluded Or Disproportionately Affected By These Conditions. Application Requirements: Closing Date: Proposals Must Be Submitted No Later Than 3:00 Pm, Wednesday, September 3Rd, 2025. · Submission Method: East Jerusalem Ymca Invites Qualified And Registered Individuals Interested In Participating In This Tender To Obtain An Electronic Copy Of The Bid Documents For A Non-Refundable Fee Of 150 Nis, Starting From Saturday, August 23Rd, 2025, Until Thursday, August 28Th, 2025. Payment Should Be Made Via Bank Deposit To The OrganizationS Account. The Bank Details Will Be Provided Upon Sending An Email Request To: [email protected]. Important Notes Candidates With Disabilities And Females Are Strongly Encouraged To Apply Through Firms. Ej-Ymca Reserves The Right To Reject All Bids, And To Decide Not To Pursue This Procurement. Ej-Ymca Reserves The Right To Split The Bid. Ej-Ymca Is Not Obliged To Procure The Lowest Priced Offer, When The Lowest Price Does Not Offer The Best Overall Value And All Other Factors Considered. Ej-Ymca Has The Right To Cancel Or Re-Tender This Tor Without Explaining The Reasons. In Addition To Reviewing The Financial And Technical Applications, Ej-Ymca Will Review The Qualifications Of The Specific Contractor/ Individual(S) Wishing To Fulfil The Role. Ej-Ymca May Select More Than One Consultant To Complete The Full Scope Of This Tor. All Documents Must Be Submitted Signed And Stamped. Questions Regarding The Technical Or Administrative Requirements Of This Rfp May Be Submitted No Later Than 03:00Pm, Thursday, August 28Th, 2025, By Email To [email protected]. Questions And Requests For ClarificationAnd The Responses TheretoThat Ej-Ymca Believes May Be Of Interest To Other Offerors Will Be Circulated To All Rfp Recipients Who Have Indicated An Interest In Bidding No Later Than 03:00Pm, Saturday, August 30Th, 2025. Only The Written Answers Issued By Ej-Ymca Will Be Considered Official And Carry Weight In The Rfp Process And Subsequent Evaluation. Any Verbal Information Received From Employees Of Ej-Ymca, Or Any Other Entity Should Not Be Considered As An Official Response To Any Questions Regarding This Rfp. Tender Link : Https://Www.Jobs.Ps/En/Tenders