Request for information For Procurement And Distribution Of Vocational Training Starter Kits For Trainees Of Ideas-Tvet Initiative Across Six Geopolitical Zones

Tenders are invited for Procurement and Distribution of Vocational Training Starter Kits for Trainees of Ideas-TVET Initiative across Six Geopolitical Zones of Nigeria. Date Added: June 16, 2026 Deadline: 24/06/2026 Category: General Supplies & Services The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Education (FME), has received financing from the World Bank toward the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS)Project, a transformative US$200 million national initiative aimed at improving skills acquisition in Nigeria using a comprehensive approach and addressing key aspects of the skills development delivery system. The Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills (IDEAS) Project intends to procure, supply, distribute and deliver Vocational Training Starter Kits to approximately 40,000 trainees across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria under the IDEAS-TVET Initiative. The starter kits will support beneficiaries trained in various trades/skills including Agriculture, Hospitality, Engineering, Building Construction, Digital Skills and Renewable Energy. Considering the scale, nationwide coverage, security and logistics complexities associated with this assignment, the Project is conducting an Early Market Engagement (EME) through this Request for Information (RFI) to obtain market intelligence, innovative delivery approaches, supply chain strategies and implementation recommendations from prospective manufacturers, suppliers, assemblers, distributors, logistics firms and consortiums. Objectives of the Early Market Engagement (EME) A. Obtain market feedback to refine the Employers Requirements (ER) and procurement approach for the assignment. B. Clarify project scope, timelines, technical expectations, and regulatory requirements for the upcoming Bidding process. C. Create awareness and stimulate interest among qualified Contractors. Relevant information on the World Bank Procurement Regulations is available at the following link:https://thedocs.worldbank.org/en/doc/c84273d1b230aeb2b0b8134de5dc8cd7-0290012025/original/Procurement-Regulations-7th-Edition-Sep-2025.pdf The Goods Requirements and Trainee analysis can be found at the following links: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mnBB52IlkgYiE4_wxiLduMq8WCQMUT2cpChfBA1Bm2I/edit?usp=sharing https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tQ2VxzRIDXQlH8qx_Hnkvkao1WKwitMVus33JUTrv5WU/edit?usp=sharing The total number of Trainees to deliver these kits to are approximately 40,000 across all Geopolitical zones of Nigeria. The entire bidding community currently operating in the above-mentioned Field and sector are required to complete the information required from the questionnaire in this link. https://forms.gle/CB5UtnRub77bNn4EA Please note that this Early Market Engagement is consultative and does not constitute a formal procurement process, prequalification, or invitation to tender. The Links will be available until Friday, 24th June 2026. Tender Link : https://etenders.com.ng/federal-ministry-of-education-fme-invitation-to-early-market-engagement-eme-for-the-procurement-and-distribution-of-vocational-training-starter-kits-for-trainees-of-ideas-tvet-initiative-across-si/