REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP): PROCUREMENT OF LARGE WASTE BINS FOR MOULVIBAZAR AND SREEMANGAL MUNICIPALITIES

Background

Swisscontact was established in 1959 as an independent foundation by notable figures from the worlds of commerce and science in Switzerland. It is exclusively involved in international development cooperation and has carried out its mandated projects since 1961. Based in Zurich, Swisscontact currently manages over 130 projects in 41 countries on behalf of public and private funding partners.

Project Brief

The project is being implemented by Swisscontact over a five‑year period from 2023 to 2028. It aims to enhance teachers’ capacity through targeted training, address health and hygiene issues—particularly for female students—and provide logistical support to schools to increase student participation in sports and extracurricular activities. In addition, the project focuses on capacity development and employment opportunities for local youth, promotes cooperative governance and micro‑savings, addresses community health challenges, and advances environmental conservation while exploring innovative solutions to meet local needs.

The project is implemented through six key components: Education, Skills Development, Health, Cooperative Governance, Environment and Community Safety, and Technology Innovation

The Environment and Community Safety component of the Project focuses on promoting environmental sustainability and strengthening community resilience. Aligned with the project’s commitment to environmental protection, this component implements targeted interventions that support ecological balance while empowering communities to safeguard their surroundings. Key activities include waste management support to municipalities, ensuring long‑term environmental and community well‑being for all stakeholders.

In line with this approach, a key strategic focus is on strengthening the Solid Waste Management systems within the Moulvibazar and Sreemangal municipalities.

With this backdrop, Swisscontact is now inviting proposals from prospective vendors/manufacturers, and this document provides the detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) to carry out the assignment related to the procurement of 120L waste bins.

Place of delivery: To the office of the Chief Executive Officers, Moulvibazar and Sreemangal Municipalities, Moulvibazar.

The detailed title and proposal outline can be found in the link below:

Desired Criteria for vendor/supplier

  • Local manufacturer/supplier with a good reputation in the market.
  • Prior experience in manufacturing waste bins and delivering in large quantities
  • At least two years of experience implementing similar activities

All interested vendor/manufacturer(s) should submit the following documents.

  • A technical proposal demonstrating understanding of the assignment, proof of relevant experience, and work plan. A separate financial proposal including a detailed budget for the assignment [please check the ToR for the specifications and quantity].
  • Company registration document (an updated trade license)
  • Tax identification number (TIN certificate)
  • VAT registration number (BIN certificate)
  • Proof of last submitted return (PSR)
  • Bank account details (account name, account number, bank name, branch name, routing number)
  • A signed statement testifying that all information contained within the proposal is correct and true.

Submission Guideline

Technical Proposal:

Interested vendor(s)/manufacturer(s) should submit the technical proposal via email bd.procurement@swisscontact.org mentioning “Procurement of large waste bins for Moulvibazar and Sreemangal Municipalities” in the subject line.

Financial Proposal:

Interested vendor(s)/manufacturer(s) are required to submit a sealed envelope containing the hard copy of the financial proposal.

Note: Interested vendor(s)/manufacturer(s) are requested not to submit any soft copy of the financial proposal through email or digital means.

Hard copies should be submitted to the following address:
Coordinator- Procurement & Govt. Relations
Swisscontact Bangladesh
House 28, Road 43, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
SWISS FOUNDATION FOR TECHNICAL COOPERATION
The subject line – “Procurement of large waste bins for Moulvibazar and Sreemangal Municipalities” must be mentioned on the envelope and email.

Deadline for submission: 07 June 2026, before 5:00 pm
Swisscontact reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals without assigning any reason. Also, Swisscontact reserves the right to select more than one service provider for the assignment.

Swisscontact does not accept any email or phone call for any clarification before the submission deadline. Interested bidders are requested to submit the bid based on their understanding.