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Call for Proposals: Strengthening Sesame Value Chain in Bangladesh – ELPS

Deadline: 05-Dec-2025

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) invites applications under the ELPS (Enhancing Livelihoods through Private Sector) initiative to support sustainable agricultural supply chain development in Bangladesh. The program focuses on integrating smallholder producers into international supply chains and enhancing supply volume, quality, and sustainability with attention to environmental and human rights considerations.

Program Objective

  • Develop sustainable agricultural and food value chains in Bangladesh

  • Support smallholder producers to integrate with international supply chains

  • Promote win-win partnerships benefiting both private sector companies and producers

  • Enhance environmental sustainability and respect human rights within the supply chain

Funding Details

  • Total Financing: Up to US$ 500,000

  • Implementing Partner Ceiling: US$ 482,000 (funded through supplementary contributions from Japan)

Eligible Applicants

  • Local non-profit organizations, NGOs, and commercial service providers

  • Legally constituted and registered to operate in Bangladesh

  • Possess any required licenses and permits to provide services in agriculture, training, or infrastructure development

  • Demonstrated ability to enter into financial and legal agreements with IFAD and comply with IFAD procurement rules

  • Minimum five years of prior development project experience in Bangladesh

  • Submission of annual audited financial statements aligned with local or international standards

Key Eligibility Requirements

  • Organizational and financial stability with the capacity to continue operations beyond the project duration

  • Proven track record relevant to agriculture, training, equipment distribution, or infrastructure development

  • Valid trade license and any sector-specific permits required for project activities

Application Documentation

Applicants must provide:

  1. Valid trade license for agricultural development, training, or construction services

  2. Any sectoral permits relevant to project activities

  3. Evidence of financial stability and prior project experience

  4. Annual audited financial statements

  5. Compliance documentation for IFAD procurement and contractual guidelines

Project Focus Areas

  • Supply chain development for agriculture and food companies sourcing internationally

  • Integration of smallholder producers into global supply chains

  • Increasing supply volumes and quality

  • Promoting sustainable practices and environmental responsibility

  • Ensuring human rights considerations in supply chain operations

Conclusion

This IFAD ELPS funding opportunity is designed to strengthen agricultural value chains in Bangladesh by linking smallholder farmers to international markets, improving sustainability, and fostering partnerships with private sector actors. Eligible organizations with a proven track record and financial stability are encouraged to apply to implement impactful projects enhancing the resilience and competitiveness of Bangladesh’s agricultural supply chains.

For more information, visit IFAD.