CIP Seeks Architectural and Engineering Consultancy for Crop Biotechnology Centre in Rwanda|Apply by 19 Aug 2026
The International Potato Center (CIP), in partnership with the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB), is inviting qualified consultancy firms to submit proposals for architectural design and construction supervision services for a new Centre of Excellence for Crop Biotechnology in Rwanda.
The project, funded by the Gates Foundation, will establish the Centre of Excellence for Crop Biotechnology at RAB’s headquarters at the Rubona Research Station in Rwanda.
The deadline for submitting proposals is 14 September 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Rwanda time.
About the Project
The International Potato Center is a global research organisation working to address food security, poverty, nutrition and sustainable management of natural resources. CIP conducts research and supports innovation in root and tuber crops and food systems across developing countries.
For this project, CIP is working with the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board, an institution responsible for advancing agriculture and animal resources through research and extension services.
Together, the organisations are seeking a qualified consultancy firm capable of providing comprehensive architectural and engineering services for the new biotechnology centre.
Scope of the Consultancy
The selected firm will be responsible for providing architectural and engineering services throughout the project lifecycle, from initial site assessment and design through construction supervision and completion.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting site assessments and collecting relevant project data.
- Developing architectural and structural designs.
- Preparing mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering designs.
- Developing ICT and laboratory engineering designs.
- Preparing detailed technical drawings and specifications.
- Developing Bills of Quantities and cost estimates.
- Ensuring compliance with national regulations and applicable international laboratory standards.
- Incorporating relevant biosafety requirements into the project design.
- Supporting the procurement process.
- Responding to technical questions during the construction procurement process.
- Participating in the evaluation of construction bids.
- Supervising construction activities.
- Monitoring quality and certifying completed works.
- Supporting contract administration.
- Preparing project completion reports.
- Producing as-built drawings.
The consultancy will therefore require a multidisciplinary team capable of addressing the technical requirements of a specialised research and biotechnology facility.
Eligibility Requirements
Interested consultancy firms must demonstrate relevant experience and sufficient technical and financial capacity to deliver the assignment.
Firms should have proven experience designing and supervising research laboratories, biotechnology laboratories, scientific facilities or similar specialised infrastructure.
The successful firm should also have access to qualified professionals across several disciplines, including:
- Architecture.
- Structural and civil engineering.
- Mechanical engineering.
- Electrical engineering.
- Laboratory planning.
- Quantity surveying.
- Environmental specialisation.
Experience delivering similar assignments for international organisations, governments, research institutions, universities or donor-funded projects will also be important.
Firms will need to demonstrate that they have the financial and technical capacity to successfully undertake the consultancy.
Procurement and Evaluation Process
CIP will evaluate submitted proposals using a Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) methodology in accordance with its procurement policies.
Interested firms are required to submit separate Technical and Financial Proposals physically, as specified in the Request for Proposals.
Only shortlisted firms or successful bidders will be contacted following the evaluation process.
How to Obtain the Tender Documents
Interested consultancy firms can request the complete Terms of Reference and tender documents from the International Potato Center Procurement Office.
Requests should be sent to:
Elizabeth Karenga
Email: elizabeth.karenga@cgiar.org
with a copy to:
Firms should review the complete tender documentation carefully before preparing and submitting their proposals.
Submission Deadline
The deadline for submitting proposals is:
14 September 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Rwanda time
Late submissions will not be considered.
Firms interested in participating should therefore allow sufficient time to obtain the tender documents, prepare the required technical and financial proposals and complete the physical submission process.
Consultancy Opportunity at a Glance
- Organisation: International Potato Center (CIP)
- Partner: Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB)
- Project: Centre of Excellence for Crop Biotechnology
- Location: Rubona Research Station, Rwanda
- Opportunity type: Consultancy
- Services: Architectural design, engineering and construction supervision
- Project funding: Gates Foundation
- Experience: 5–9 years listed
- Proposal deadline: 14 September 2026
- Deadline time: 2:00 p.m. Rwanda time
- Submission: Physical submission as specified in the RFP
Why This Opportunity Matters
The Centre of Excellence for Crop Biotechnology is intended to strengthen research and biotechnology capacity in Rwanda’s agricultural sector. The consultancy will play a critical role in translating the project’s objectives into a technically sound, compliant and functional research facility.
This opportunity may be particularly relevant to established architectural and engineering firms with experience in laboratory infrastructure, biotechnology facilities, research centres and other specialised projects.
Eligible firms are encouraged to obtain the full Terms of Reference and tender documents from CIP before preparing their proposals and to ensure that all submission requirements are met before the deadline.
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