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Training Sessions for Women-Owned MSEs in Earthquake-Affected Regions

Request for Proposal (RFP) Number: BM-TR-25-42

Issuance Date: 08/12/2026

Closing Date: 08/28/2026

Closing Date - Timestamp: 17:00 PM (GMT+3)

Method of RFP Submission: Submit via email to: procurement.turkey@buildingmarkets.org

Subject Line: BM-TR-25-42_Training Sessions

Submission Format: Email

Preferred Currency of Quotation: United States Dollars (USD)

Tax on Price Quotation: Must be inclusive of VAT and other applicable indirect taxes

Conditions for Release of Payment: All services delivered as per the contract scope of work & deliverables

Period of Validity of Quotes Starting on the Submission Date: 60 Days

Evaluation Criteria:

Financial Proposal (30%)

Technical Proposal (70%)

Deadline for Submitting Questions: 08/28/2026

About Building Markets

Building Markets addresses inequality around the world by advancing inclusive economies that work for all. We do this by opening opportunities for small business owners — who fuel more than 70% of the world’s jobs — to transform their lives and communities. Since 2004, Building Markets has combined its deep local knowledge, comprehensive data, and global networks to build confidence and strength in more than 28,000 small business owners affected by marginalization. From securing $1.4 billion in contracts or loans to creating more than 74,000 full-time jobs in places where they’re needed most, Building Markets is elevating small businesses as engines of enduring social impact and economic growth.

Building Markets is dedicated to empowering small businesses, particularly those owned by women, by providing the tools and resources needed to foster resilience and drive economic growth. Our work is especially focused on promoting social cohesion in regions affected by crises such as earthquakes.

This project is designed to:

• Strengthen social cohesion: By bringing together diverse groups of women entrepreneurs, including Syrian refugees and Turkish-owned businesses, the project fosters collaboration and mutual support, helping to build stronger, more integrated communities.

• Equip women-owned MSEs in earthquake-affected regions with the skills and knowledge needed to recover from the February 2023 earthquake and strengthen long-term sustainability.

• Support growth and market access: Enhance operational capacity and market access to drive growth, generate jobs, and connect MSEs to new business opportunities.

Supplier Scope of Work

Function: Training sessions for women-owned MSEs

Location: Online and In-person (Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, Adana, Hatay)

Duration: Expected start date is September 15, 2026, and end date is July 01, 2027

Summary: The supplier will deliver training sessions (the total number of sessions will be determined by Building Markets) designed to strengthen the capacity, resilience, and long-term growth of women-owned MSEs in earthquake-affected regions. The sessions should provide practical, results-oriented knowledge that addresses the evolving needs of entrepreneurs and supports business sustainability, competitiveness, innovation, market readiness, and growth. Building Markets plans to deliver training sessions on a range of business topics based on the needs of participating businesses. Each training session is expected to last between 2 and 3 hours and should include practical tools and actionable takeaways that participants can directly apply to their businesses.

Potential Topics but not limited to:

• Business Formalization & Legal Compliance (Tax Exemptions, Sole Trader Tax Relief, Legal Essentials for Small Businesses)

• Financial Management and Access to Finance (Financial Management, Pricing and Profitability Strategies, Access to Finance, Incentives, and Financing Opportunities)

• Marketing, Branding & Sales (Digital Marketing and Social Media, Branding and Customer Experience, Product Photography and Product Presentation, B2B Sales)

• Business Growth & Market Access (Business Development and Networking, Export Readiness and Access to New Markets)

• Digital Transformation & E-Commerce (Digital payment systems and e-commerce, using digital business tools)

Suppliers from outside the project locations are welcome to submit proposals; however, Building Markets will not cover travel, accommodation, or any related expenses for in-person training sessions.

Suppliers may propose one or multiple training topics. If proposing multiple topics, each topic should be clearly described and submitted separately, together with the name and CV of the proposed trainer. Building Markets may select one, several, or all proposed training sessions based on the project's needs and the quality of the proposals.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate comprehensive training sessions tailored to the needs of women-owned MSEs.

• Training focus: The qualifications and experience of the proposed trainer(s) must align with the proposed training topic to ensure high-quality delivery.

• Provide training materials, including presentations and handouts.

• Conduct pre- and post-assessments to evaluate the impact of the training.

• Offer practical follow-up assignments to reinforce learning objectives.

• Submit post-session reports detailing training outcomes and participant feedback.

• Submit the CVs of all proposed trainers at the beginning of the assignment. Building Markets reserves the right to approve or reject any proposed trainer. 

• Submit the proposed training schedule, trainers, and training topics for Building Markets' approval before implementation. No changes may be made without prior written approval from Building Markets. 

• Any replacement of an approved trainer must receive prior approval from Building Markets. If the supplier fails to provide a trainer of equivalent qualifications, Building Markets reserves the right to terminate the agreement.

• All training materials must be submitted at least two (2) weeks before each training session and approved by Building Markets prior to delivery. Failure to comply may result in immediate termination of the agreement without any financial obligation on the part of Building Markets.

Deliverables

The selected supplier will be expected to:

1. Deliver the training sessions based on the project scope.

2. Prepare training materials and reports for each session.

3. Conduct pre- and post-assessments.

4. Training sessions will be delivered in Turkish and Arabic for different beneficiary groups. All training materials must be prepared and submitted for approval in bilingual format (Turkish-English or Arabic-English), as applicable.

5. Submit all editable training materials (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.) to Building Markets.

6. Revise training materials based on Building Markets' feedback prior to delivery.

7. The trainer is responsible for administering the mandatory pre- and post-training assessments and ensuring 80% participant completion through follow-up during the session and, where necessary, after the training.

8. Training Report (attendance info, pre-post survey results, evaluation response, etc.) BuMa has a template for it.

Qualifications

1. Demonstrated experience and expertise in training;

2. Proven track record and experience in the design and facilitation of development trainings and activities;

3. Developed understanding of professional business standards required to create a high-performing and accountable environment;

4. Strong technical background and experience in the topics above;

5. The proposal must clearly indicate which trainer will deliver each proposed training topic.

6. All proposed trainers must have relevant subject-matter expertise and demonstrated experience in delivering the assigned topic.

7. Suppliers are encouraged to propose a pool of experienced trainers with complementary areas of expertise to support the implementation of the training programme.

Monitoring & Evaluation Requirements

The Supplier will collaborate with Building Markets to ensure thorough monitoring and evaluation of the training program. The following documentation and processes will serve as evidence of work delivered:

Training Materials and Resources: The supplier will prepare and submit all necessary training materials, including presentations, handouts, agendas, and other relevant resources. These materials must be provided at least 15 days prior to each training session for review and approval by Building Markets.

Pre- and Post-Training Assessments: To measure the effectiveness of the training, the supplier will design and administer pre- and post-training assessments to evaluate participants' knowledge and skills before and after the session. The assessment results will be included in the post-session report as evidence of learning progress.

Follow-up Assignments: To reinforce the learning objectives covered during the training, the supplier will provide practical follow-up assignments for participants. These assignments will encourage continued application of the skills and knowledge gained in the session.

Session Reporting: After each training session, the supplier will submit a comprehensive Post-Session Report, which will include the following:

• A summary of the topics covered during the session.

• Actions taken by participants during and after the session.

• Challenges encountered and lessons learned throughout the training.

• A summary of participant feedback, gathered through evaluation forms, highlighting key trends, areas for improvement, and overall satisfaction.

• Evaluation results from pre- and post-training assessments, showing an overview of how participants’ knowledge and capacities improved as a result of the training.

Selection Criteria & Evaluation Criteria