The Tender Document at hand contains information regarding this invitation to tender conducted in accordance with the European open procedure for a CBI project to promote circular / sustainable business practices in Bangladesh’s apparel & textiles sector. For this project we are looking for the following types of consultants: 1. Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development. 2. Institutional System Change expert for sustainable ecosystem development. 3. Expert for local project implementation and coordination. The Tendering Authority has estimated a total contract value of €1.130.000,- (including optional extension years) (exclusive of Dutch VAT and including (if applicable) all local foreign VAT, and all other costs and/or fees). The value of each lot is estimated as: Lot 1: Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development = € 400.000 Lot 2: Institutional System Change Expert for sustainable ecosystem development = € 400.000 Lot 3: Expert for local project implementation and coordination = € 330.000 As the contracts concerns framework agreements, the maximum value of the framework agreements must be included in addition to the estimated value. The maximum value is shown in the tender document, section 2.5. The maximum value constitutes solely an upper limit, to maintain sufficient flexibility during the duration of the contracts, and does not constitute a purchase obligation.
Deadline
De termijn voor de ontvangst van de offertes was 2026-06-08.
De aanbesteding werd gepubliceerd op 2026-04-22.
Leveranciers
De volgende leveranciers worden genoemd in gunningsbesluiten of andere aanbestedingsdocumenten:
Aankondiging van een opdracht (2026-04-22) Object Toepassingsgebied van de aanbesteding
Titel: Bangladesh Circular Apparel & Textile
Referentienummer: 202601017
Korte beschrijving:
The Tender Document at hand contains information regarding this invitation to tender conducted in accordance with the European open procedure for a CBI project to promote circular / sustainable business practices in Bangladesh’s apparel & textiles sector. For this project we are looking for the following types of consultants:
1. Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development.
2. Institutional System Change expert for sustainable ecosystem development.
3. Expert for local project implementation and coordination. The Tendering Authority has estimated a total contract value of €1.130.000,- (including optional extension years) (exclusive of Dutch VAT and including (if applicable) all local foreign VAT, and all other costs and/or fees).
The value of each lot is estimated as:
Lot 1: Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development = € 400.000
Lot 2: Institutional System Change Expert for sustainable ecosystem development = € 400.000
Lot 3: Expert for local project implementation and coordination = € 330.000
As the contracts concerns framework agreements, the maximum value of the framework agreements must be included in addition to the estimated value. The maximum value is shown in the tender document, section 2.5. The maximum value constitutes solely an upper limit, to maintain sufficient flexibility during the duration of the contracts, and does not constitute a purchase obligation.
The Tender Document at hand contains information regarding this invitation to tender conducted in accordance with the European open procedure for a CBI project to promote circular / sustainable business practices in Bangladesh’s apparel & textiles sector. For this project we are looking for the following types of consultants:
1. Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development.
2. Institutional System Change expert for sustainable ecosystem development.
3. Expert for local project implementation and coordination. The Tendering Authority has estimated a total contract value of €1.130.000,- (including optional extension years) (exclusive of Dutch VAT and including (if applicable) all local foreign VAT, and all other costs and/or fees).
The value of each lot is estimated as:
Lot 1: Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development = € 400.000
Lot 2: Institutional System Change Expert for sustainable ecosystem development = € 400.000
Lot 3: Expert for local project implementation and coordination = € 330.000
As the contracts concerns framework agreements, the maximum value of the framework agreements must be included in addition to the estimated value. The maximum value is shown in the tender document, section 2.5. The maximum value constitutes solely an upper limit, to maintain sufficient flexibility during the duration of the contracts, and does not constitute a purchase obligation.
Soort contract: Diensten
Producten/diensten: Markt- en economieonderzoek; enquêtes en statistieken📦
Andere beperkingen op de plaats van uitvoering: Overal in het desbetreffende land
Informatie over kavels
Dit contract is verdeeld in percelen ✅
Maximumaantal partijen dat aan één inschrijver kan worden toegewezen: 2
Inschrijvingen kunnen worden ingediend voor een maximaal aantal partijen: 3
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Interne identificatiecode: 1
Titel: 1. Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development
Beschrijving van de aanbesteding:
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching, and market development supports SMEs in creating circular and sustainable business models, focusing on EU market positioning, export marketing, and aligning their sustainability profiles with EU regulations (e.g., CSRDDD, Green Deal). The expert also identifies and engages second movers, shares best practices through sector associations, and collaborates with other experts to drive a broader shift toward sustainability in the apparel sector.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 1 at €400.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching, and market development supports SMEs in creating circular and sustainable business models, focusing on EU market positioning, export marketing, and aligning their sustainability profiles with EU regulations (e.g., CSRDDD, Green Deal). The expert also identifies and engages second movers, shares best practices through sector associations, and collaborates with other experts to drive a broader shift toward sustainability in the apparel sector.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 1 at €400.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
Aanvullende producten/diensten: Diensten voor buitenlandse zaken en andere diensten📦
Hoofdlocatie of plaats van uitvoering: Bangladesh
Land: Nederland 🇳🇱
Duur: 5 jaar
Maximumaantal verlengingen: 3
Overige informatie over verlengingen:
Three (3) times an option to extend the Framework Agreement, to be exercised unilaterally by the Contracting Authority, under the same conditions, for a period of one and a half (1,5) years each.
Informatie over opties
Opties ✅
Beschrijving van de opties:
This Contract consists per lot of two phases:
- Inception phase: This phase will last five (5) months, from 1 September 2026 up to and including 31 January 2027, with a unilateral option for the Contracting Authority to extend the Contract by four and a half (4,5) years total for the execution phase. The Contractor will be informed in writing about the extensions of the Contract at the latest one month before the inception phase will end.
- Execution phase: This phase will start 1 February 2027 and last one and a half (1,5) years with the possibility of extending two (2) more times with another one and a half (1,5) years, for a total of four and a half (4,5) years (up to and including 31 August 2031).
The total duration of the Contracts is five (5) years .
This Contract consists per lot of two phases:
- Inception phase: This phase will last five (5) months, from 1 September 2026 up to and including 31 January 2027, with a unilateral option for the Contracting Authority to extend the Contract by four and a half (4,5) years total for the execution phase. The Contractor will be informed in writing about the extensions of the Contract at the latest one month before the inception phase will end.
- Execution phase: This phase will start 1 February 2027 and last one and a half (1,5) years with the possibility of extending two (2) more times with another one and a half (1,5) years, for a total of four and a half (4,5) years (up to and including 31 August 2031).
The total duration of the Contracts is five (5) years .
Gunningscriteria
Kwaliteitscriterium (naam): Knowledge of and experience with circular business coaching
Kwaliteitscriterium (weging): 40
Kwaliteitscriterium (naam): Knowledge of and experience with EU market network
Prijs ✅
Prijs (weging): 20
Titel
Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0001
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Interne identificatiecode: 2
Titel: 2. Institutional System Change expert for sustainable ecosystem development.
Beschrijving van de aanbesteding:
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Institutional System Change Expert drives sector-wide transformation in Bangladesh’s apparel industry by scaling sustainable solutions for SMEs aiming to enter high-value EU/NL markets. They will assess ecosystem gaps, conduct SME needs assessments, and support public/private service providers (e.g., BGMEA, BAE) in developing financially viable solutions tailored to SMEs, while fostering knowledge-sharing platforms and stakeholder collaboration across value chains. The expert will also work closely with the other experts to ensure alignment and impact.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 2 at €400.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Institutional System Change Expert drives sector-wide transformation in Bangladesh’s apparel industry by scaling sustainable solutions for SMEs aiming to enter high-value EU/NL markets. They will assess ecosystem gaps, conduct SME needs assessments, and support public/private service providers (e.g., BGMEA, BAE) in developing financially viable solutions tailored to SMEs, while fostering knowledge-sharing platforms and stakeholder collaboration across value chains. The expert will also work closely with the other experts to ensure alignment and impact.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 2 at €400.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
Aanvullende producten/diensten: Diensten voor buitenlandse zaken📦 Gunningscriteria
Kwaliteitscriterium (naam): Knowledge of and experience with ecosystem development for systemic change
Knowledge of and experience with service development
Titel
Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0002
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Interne identificatiecode: 3
Titel: 3. Expert for local project implementation and coordination.
Beschrijving van de aanbesteding:
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Expert for Local Project Implementation and Coordination ensures smooth project execution by managing logistics, stakeholder engagement, and operational support for SMEs, while facilitating research, events, and conflict resolution. They also provide coaching and coordinate activities to align with the goals of lots 1 and 2.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 3 at €330.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
CBI is looking for three (3) types of experts to work on the pathways as mentioned in the tender document, section 2.1.
The Expert for Local Project Implementation and Coordination ensures smooth project execution by managing logistics, stakeholder engagement, and operational support for SMEs, while facilitating research, events, and conflict resolution. They also provide coaching and coordinate activities to align with the goals of lots 1 and 2.
A comprehensive and detailed description of the scope, requirements, and conditions of the assignment is provided in the tender document. The Tendering Authority has estimated the total contract value for lot 3 at €330.000.
(exclusive of Dutch VAT and including, if applicable, all local foreign VAT and all other costs and/or fees).
Gunningscriteria
Kwaliteitscriterium (naam): Knowledge of and experience with arranging logistics in the Bangladeshi context
Kwaliteitscriterium (weging): 30
Kwaliteitscriterium (naam): Knowledge of and experience with coordinating and implementing follow-up activities
Network in the apparel and textile sector in Bangladesh
Kwaliteitscriterium (weging): 20
Titel
Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0003
Procedure Soort procedure
Openbare procedure ✅
Rechtsgrondslag: Richtlijn 2014/24/EU
Administratieve informatie
Termijn voor de ontvangst van inschrijvingen of verzoeken tot deelneming: 2026-06-08 10:00:00 📅
Voorwaarden voor de opening van de offertes: 2026-06-08 10:01:00 📅
Talen waarin inschrijvingen of aanvragen tot deelneming kunnen worden ingediend: Nederlands 🗣️
Minimumtermijn gedurende welke de inschrijver de offerte gestand moet doen: 4 maanden Informatie over een raamovereenkomst of een dynamisch aankoopsysteem
Raamovereenkomst met verschillende exploitanten ✅ Beschrijving
Motiveer in het geval van raamovereenkomsten elke looptijd van meer dan 4 jaar:
Pursuant to Article 2.140(3) of the Public Procurement Act 2012, a framework agreement may exceed the standard duration of four years if this is duly justified and substantiated. In this case, a 5-year duration is warranted due to the specific nature of the services, regarding the overall duration of the underlying programme. The assignment requires continuity of expertise and a seamless transition between the inception and execution phases, which form a single, integrated whole. A longer duration ensures implementation efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and avoids the administrative burden of repeated tendering procedures.
Motiveer in het geval van raamovereenkomsten elke looptijd van meer dan 4 jaar
Pursuant to Article 2.140(3) of the Public Procurement Act 2012, a framework agreement may exceed the standard duration of four years if this is duly justified and substantiated. In this case, a 5-year duration is warranted due to the specific nature of the services, regarding the overall duration of the underlying programme. The assignment requires continuity of expertise and a seamless transition between the inception and execution phases, which form a single, integrated whole. A longer duration ensures implementation efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and avoids the administrative burden of repeated tendering procedures.
Informatie over een raamovereenkomst of een dynamisch aankoopsysteem
Maximumaantal deelnemers: 1
Voorwaarden voor inschrijving
Een geavanceerd(e) of gekwalificeerd(e) elektronisch(e) handtekening of zegel (zoals omschreven in Verordening (EU) nr. 910/2014) is vereist
Openingsdatum: 2026-06-08 10:01:00 📅
Elektronische facturering: Vereist
Termijn voor verzoeken om aanvullende informatie: 2026-05-07 10:00:00 📅
Gunningscriteria
Wegingstype: Gewicht (punten, exact)
Aanvullende informatie Dienst waar informatie over de beroepsprocedure kan worden verkregen Zelfde als: Naam en adressen Informatie over elektronische workflows
Elektronische facturering wordt aanvaard
Bron: OJS 2026/S 080-282641 (2026-04-22)
Award Aankondiging (2026-09-22) Object Toepassingsgebied van de aanbesteding
Maximumwaarde van de raamovereenkomsten in deze aankondiging: 1360000.0 EUR 💰
Gunning van het contract
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Een opdracht/perceel wordt gegund ✅
Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0001
Contractnummer: CON-0001
Datum van sluiting van het contract: 2026-09-01 📅
Titel: P1 1. Sector Expert for sustainable ecosystem development, business coaching and market development
Informatie over aanbestedingen
Aantal ontvangen offertes: 4
Aantal elektronisch ontvangen inschrijvingen: 4
Aantal inschrijvingen van KMO's: 1
Informatie over de waarde van de opdracht/het perceel (exclusief BTW)
Maximumwaarde van de raamovereenkomst: 480000.0 EUR 💰
Identificatiecode van de inschrijving: 1
Identificatiecode van het perceel of de groep percelen: LOT-0001 Naam en adres van de contractant
Naam: MetaMeta Research B.V.
Nationaal registratienummer: 17167588
Postadres: Nude 54D
Postcode: 6702DN
Poststad: Wageningen
Regio: Veluwe
🏙️
Land: Nederland 🇳🇱
Contactpunt: Simon Chevalking
URL: http://www.metameta.nl🌏
Omvang van de ondernemer: Klein
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Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0002 Informatie over aanbestedingen
Aantal ontvangen offertes: 8
Aantal elektronisch ontvangen inschrijvingen: 8
Identificatiecode van de inschrijving: 2
Identificatiecode van het perceel of de groep percelen: LOT-0002 Naam en adres van de contractant
Naam: Palma Market Introductions S.L.
Nationaal registratienummer: 1503636
Postadres: calle Bartolome Pons i Coll 3 Bloque E 3I
Postcode: 07015
Poststad: Palma de Mallorca
Regio: Mallorca
🏙️
Land: Spanje 🇪🇸
URL: http://www.pmi-spain.net🌏
Omvang van de ondernemer: Micro, klein of middelgroot
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Identificatienummer van de partij: LOT-0003 Informatie over de waarde van de opdracht/het perceel (exclusief BTW)
Maximumwaarde van de raamovereenkomst: 400000.0 EUR 💰
Identificatiecode van de inschrijving: 3
Identificatiecode van het perceel of de groep percelen: LOT-0003 Naam en adres van de contractant
Naam: LightCastle Partners
Nationaal registratienummer: 1507031
Postadres: Plot 214/D, 3rd Floor, Link, Bir Uttam Mir Shawkat Sarak, Dhaka 1208, Bangladesh 214
Postcode: 1208
Poststad: Dhaka
Land: Bangladesh 🇧🇩
URL: https://lightcastlepartners.com/🌏
Omvang van de ondernemer: Groot
Bron: OJS 2026/S 185-659412 (2026-09-22)