Expression of Interest For Cluster F Artificial Intelligence And Emerging Technologies Cluster Of The National Digital Economy University Led Research Programme

Expression of Interest for Cluster F Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies Cluster of the National Digital Economy University Led Research Programme Date Added: April 15, 2026 Deadline: 27/04/2026 Category: Consultancy Supporting documentation on eligibility status will be submitted together with the Expression of Interest and if being shortlisted, with the Technical Proposal. Specific Qualifications and Experience: The Research Cluster consultant shall be led by a Nigerian university or accredited research institution, who is eligible according to the World Banks Procurement Regulations. Each Research Cluster consultant shall comprise a minimum of four (4) institutions and a maximum of six (6) institutions in total, in the form of joint venture partners and/or sub-consultants, and assign a lead institution among the members. The inclusion of one (1) to two (2) international institutions as members of the Research Cluster is encouraged and will be considered an advantage. Each participating institution as main consultant or JV members shall demonstrate a minimum of three (3) years experience in conducting research on broadband infrastructure, digital inclusion, and internet access, including policy or applied research on connectivity gaps, affordability, and meaningful use in underserved or rural communities. Each Research Cluster consultant must have a sufficient pool of doctoral and post-doctoral level researchers to deliver the proposed research outputs throughout the duration of the Programme. This shall include a minimum participation of at least fifteen (15) Post-Doctoral Researchers and fifteen (15) PhD candidates in the research activities of the cluster. Tender Link : https://etenders.com.ng/federal-ministry-of-communications-innovation-and-digital-economy-request-for-expressions-of-interest-for-terms-of-reference-for-the-university-led-national-digital-economy-research-clusters-a-f-pro/