We work with local stakeholders for global partners including national and international governments, bilateral donors and the private sector. Together, we share a commitment to solving some of the greatest development challenges facing Indo-Pacific communities.
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At Tetra Tech, our partnerships are guided by our mission to find solutions to solve complex problems. We seek out local partners committed to their communities who aim to develop local capacity to create sustainable, inclusive and lasting outcomes. We partner with organisations who provide exceptional value through learning and best practice.
Empowering local change
We actively seek out local partners who are deeply invested in their communities. Our goal is to enhance their capacity, enabling them to make a lasting impact that extends well beyond the duration of our programs. Together, we build sustainable solutions that foster resilience and growth.
Valuing every contribution
We recognise the invaluable contributions of our partners, including small businesses. Their insights and expertise enrich our collaborative efforts and allow us to deliver exceptional value to our clients, grounded in shared learning and best practices.
Putting relationships first
Our approach prioritises relationships over mere partnerships. We believe that trust is built through genuine connections and collaborative engagement. With more than 40 years of experience in diplomacy, development and partnership brokering, we employ relational methods that are trauma-informed, power-aware, and healing-focused.
Guided by First Nations advisors and staff, we draw on ancient principles of kinship leadership to navigate the complex challenges of our modern world. Our holistic and integrated approach fosters environments where everyone can thrive.
Tender opportunities
Tetra Tech has international development tender opportunities for sub-contractors who share our approach, standards of professionalism, and most importantly, our desire and commitment to deliver effective development outcomes on behalf of our clients.
Our global contract opportunities span a range of focus areas including democracy and governance, financial sector development, economic growth, education, training, health, and stabilisation and recovery.
The following International Development Tender Opportunities are available below:
Please visit Australia Awards – Philippines (australiaawardsphilippines.org) for all tender opportunities
Tetra Tech International Development is a leading international development consultancy with extensive experience designing, managing and delivering complex programs on behalf of the Australian Government and other development partners. Tetra Tech International Development works closely with DFAT to deliver high-quality, compliant and outcome-focused capacity-building, policy and institutional strengthening initiatives across the Indo-Pacific, including the Mekong subregion. This includes the MAP Support Unit, supporting the delivery of targeted Masterclasses, policy dialogues and regional engagement activities aligned with MAP priorities.
Tetra Tech International Development seeks to procure specialist services for the design and delivery of four MAP Masterclasses in climate resilience, economic resilience, inclusive development and governance reform. This procurement is intended to identify delivery partners capable of providing a coherent, high-impact Masterclass suite that responds to partner country demand, aligns with MAP strategic priorities, and delivers practical capability outcomes across the Mekong subregion. Suppliers are invited to express interest in designing and delivering one or more of the Masterclasses.
The procured services will support:
- co-design, delivery and facilitation of regional, trilateral and bilateral Masterclasses in Australia and the Mekong subregion
- engagement of Australian, regional and local experts, facilitators and institutions
- development of applied learning materials, case studies and mentoring support
- delivery of blended, in-person and online learning activities, including Communities of Practice.
The expected outcomes of this procurement are:
- strengthened policy, technical and leadership capability among Mekong partners in priority MAP thematic areas
- practical, work-based projects such as pilot plans, policy briefs, digital service concepts and implementation roadmaps (where applicable)
- enhanced people-to-people, professional and institutional links between Australia and Mekong countries
- demonstrable integration of gender equality, disability equity and social inclusion (GEDSI) and climate considerations across Masterclass design and outputs.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Friday 29 May 2026
Last Queries Date: Friday 5 June 2026 at 5.00pm (AEST)
Closing Date and Time: Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11.59pm (AEST)
Documents:
EOI – AM-13675 – MAP-SU – Masterclasses 26/27 – Invitation and Response Form [DOCX]
EOI – AM-13675 – MAP-SU – Masterclasses 26/27 – Addendum [DOCX]
Tetra Tech International Development, the Managing Contractor for the Australia Awards in Indonesia (AAI) is seeking tenders for the design and delivery of Navigating Opportunities through Risk Management in Development Planning: Strengthening Resilience amidst Global Dynamics short course. Tenders are sought in accordance with the AAI Short Course Guidelines and as per the details more fully described in this Request for Tender (RFT) documentation.
Details of the course are included in Part B – Scope of Services.
To tender to design and deliver this course the lead business must be a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia or an Australian tertiary institution as defined in the Higher Education Support Act, 2003 Table A, B and C. AAI will exclude a tenderer on the grounds of bankruptcy, insolvency, false declarations, or significant deficiencies in performance of any substantive requirement or obligation under a prior contract with Tetra Tech International Development or AAI.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Thursday 21 May 2026
Closing date for registration of Intent to submit a tender: Thursday 4 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Last Queries Date: Thursday 11 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Closing Date and Time: Monday 22 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Documents:
RFT – AAI – AM 13604 – Strengthening Resilience amidst Global Dynamics – Parts A-E [PDF]
RFT – AAI – AM 13604 – Strengthening Resilience amidst Global Dynamics – Technical Proposal [DOCX]
RFT – AAI – AM 13604 – Strengthening Resilience amidst Global Dynamics – Financial Proposal [XLSX]
Tetra Tech International Development, the Managing Contractor for the Australia Awards in Indonesia (AAI) is seeking tenders for the design and delivery of Strategic Border Management in Response to Irregular Migration short course. Tenders are sought in accordance with the AAI Short Course Guidelines and as per the details more fully described in this Request for Tender (RFT) documentation.
Details of the course are included in Part B – Scope of Services.
To tender to design and deliver this course the lead business must be a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in Australia or an Australian tertiary institution as defined in the Higher Education Support Act, 2003 Table A, B and C. AAI will exclude a tenderer on the grounds of bankruptcy, insolvency, false declarations, or significant deficiencies in performance of any substantive requirement or obligation under a prior contract with Tetra Tech International Development or AAI.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Friday 22 May 2026
Closing date for registration of Intent to submit a tender: Friday 5 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Last Queries Date: Friday 12 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Closing Date and Time: Tuesday 23 June 2026 at 3:00pm (ACST South Australian time)
Documents:
RFT – AAI – AM 13642 – Border Management – Parts A-E [PDF]
RFT – AAI – AM 13642 – Border Management – Technical Proposal [DOCX]
RFT – AAI – AM 13642 – Border Management – Financial Proposal [XLSX]
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
RT4D is seeking a consulting firm/consortium (hereinafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and delivery the end-to-end Project Design approved RISP Projects, in close collaboration with the RT4D Facility and the Project Proponent. The final Project Design will be subject to comments, amendments, and the approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponent and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The general competencies and qualifications that the Consultant should demonstrate include (but are not limited to):
- Skilled and experienced expert/team of experts with technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Availability of qualified Khmer-speaking personnel and capacity to conduct stakeholder consultations and engagement activities in Cambodia.
- Demonstrable technical and subject matter expertise and working experiences in the fields of copyright, creative industry development, intellectual property commercialisation, MSME development, women’s economic empowerment, cultural heritage safeguarding, and community-based enterprise development.
- Demonstrable experience developing programme and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities, and concerns of diverse stakeholders, including government institutions, creative MSMEs, traditional artisan communities, women-led enterprises, cooperatives, and private sector actors.
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications, and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
- Experience working with Cambodian government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts (MCFA), Ministry of Commerce (MoC), Ministry of Women’s Affairs (MoWA), Ministry of Information (MoI), or Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation (MISTI), is highly desirable.
- Experience working with ASEAN Member States, ASEAN cooperation programmes, or Australian and New Zealand ODA-funded initiatives is a distinct advantage.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Tuesday 2 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Thursday 25 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Design – Creative Sector Copyright Program to support MSME and Women in Cambodia
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
RT4D is seeking a consulting firm/consortium (hereinafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and delivery the end-to-end Project Design approved RISP Projects, in close collaboration with the RT4D Facility and the Project Proponent. The final Project Design will be subject to comments, amendments, and the approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponent and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
This project aims to support Cambodia STRACAP bodies by developing a unified and technically scope NQI Policy Framework that strengthens institutional coordination for trade facilitation, support industry/private sector development, consumer protection, and environmental and public health.
The general competencies and qualifications that the Consultant should demonstrate include (but are not limited to):
- Demonstrated technical expertise, capacity, and resources to support the RT4D Facility in delivering all outputs in line with the Scope of Services and timelines.
- Availability of qualified Khmer-speaking personnel and capacity to conduct stakeholder consultations and engagement activities in Cambodia.
- Solid understanding of the WTO Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement, RCEP Chapter 6 – STRACAP, and global best practices and ASEAN frameworks and initiatives related to NQI and STRACAP.
- Demonstrated technical expertise and working experience in developing the NQI framework, especially to benefit from FTAs.
- Demonstrable experience developing programme and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities, and concerns of diverse stakeholders, including government institutions, consumer groups, women’s groups, MSMEs, civil society organisations, and other disadvantaged groups.
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications, and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
- Experience working with ASEAN Member States and engagement with relevant Cambodian government institutions (especially, MISTI, ISC, and other responsible institutions of NQI) or regional/ODA-funded initiatives is highly desirable.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Tuesday 2 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Thursday 25 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Design – Cambodia NQI Policy Development and Implementation Framework
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
RT4D is seeking a consulting firm/consortium (hereinafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and delivery the end-to-end Project Design approved RISP Projects, in close collaboration with the RT4D Facility and the Project Proponent. The final Project Design will be subject to comments, amendments, and the approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponent and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The project is designed with clear and strategic objectives as outlined below:
- To provide targeted technical assistance to ASEAN LDCs including Cambodia to transpose RCEP commitments from positive-listing to negative-listing approach
- To address Cambodia’s emerging trade in services challenges by analysing the current regulatory framework and identifying gaps to ensure forward-looking compliance during the transition to negative listing
- To strengthen the technical capacity of Cambodian policymakers, regulators, and financial services stakeholders to safeguard regulatory integrity and implement RCEP agreement effectively
- To ensure private sector stakeholders, particularly MSMEs and fintech enterprises to fully leverage the liberalized financial services environment by engaging in the consultative and dissemination workshops that help foster their innovation, competitiveness and sustainability.
The general competencies and qualifications that the Consultant should demonstrate include (but are not limited to):
- Skilled and experienced expert/team of experts with technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Availability of qualified Khmer-speaking personnel and capacity to conduct stakeholder consultations and engagement activities in Cambodia.
- Strong familiarity with ASEAN and multilateral frameworks, including ATISA, AANZFTA, RCEP, and WTO GATS scheduling methodologies, as well as international best practices in services liberalisation.
- Demonstrated technical expertise and working experience in the sector of trade in services, financial service regulations, and the development of Schedules of Non-Conforming Measures (NCMs) following the negative list approach.
- Demonstrable experience developing programme and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities, and concerns of diverse stakeholders, including government institutions, women’s groups, MSMEs, consumer groups, and civil society organisations.
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications, and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
- Experience working with ASEAN Member States and engagement with relevant Cambodian government institutions (especially, MEF, MOC, NBC) or regional/ODA-funded initiatives is highly desirable.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Tuesday 2 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Thursday 25 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Design – Developing NCM Schedules for Financial Services under RCEP
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
RT4D is seeking a consulting firm/consortium (hereinafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and delivery the end-to-end Project Design approved RISP Projects, in close collaboration with the RT4D Facility and the Project Proponent. The final Project Design will be subject to comments, amendments, and the approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponent and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The project aims to strengthen Cambodia’s implementation of RCEP intellectual property commitments related to Genetic Resources, Traditional Knowledge and Traditional Cultural Expressions (GRTKTCE) through improved awareness and legal literacy.
The general competencies and qualifications that the Consultant should demonstrate include (but are not limited to):
- Skilled and experienced expert/team of experts with technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Availability of qualified Khmer-speaking personnel and capacity to conduct stakeholder consultations and engagement activities in Cambodia.
- Demonstrable technical and subject matter expertise and working experiences in the fields of intellectual property, genetic resources, traditional knowledge, traditional cultural expressions (GRTKTCE), biodiversity governance, cultural heritage protection, community engagement, and legal literacy education and programming.
- Demonstrable experience developing programme and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities, and concerns of diverse stakeholders, including government institutions, local authorities, indigenous peoples, local communities, women’s groups, MSMEs, and civil society organisations.
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications, and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
- Experience working with Cambodian government institutions, particularly the Department of Intellectual Property (DIP), Ministry of Commerce (MoC), Ministry of Culture and Fine Arts (MCFA), Ministry of Rural Development (MRD), Ministry of Women’s Affairs (MoWA), or related institutions, is highly desirable.
- Experience working with ASEAN Member States, ASEAN cooperation programmes, or Australian and New Zealand ODA-funded initiatives is a distinct advantage.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Tuesday 2 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Thursday 25 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
RT4D is seeking a consultant (a firm) (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and deliver five (5) separate Project Designs, with one Project Design developed for each of the abovementioned 5 projects. The delivery will follow standard RT4D templates and be subject to comments, amendments, and approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponents and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.
The general competencies and qualifications that the Consultant should demonstrate include (but are not limited to):
General Technical and Experience Requirements
- Skilled and experienced expert/team of Experts with the technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Demonstrable experience developing program and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities and concerns of diverse government stakeholders (i.e. stakeholders representing countries with different priorities and capacity constraints and agencies with different mandates and priorities).
- Demonstrable experience designing, facilitating and delivering online and on-site consultations and workshops that effectively engage a diverse government audience.
- Experience working and engaging with ASEAN governments, ASEC and/or AMS is a distinct advantage.
- Proven excellent report drafting experience, with ability to incorporate comprehensive feedback at multiple stages.
- Experience working with the Projects’ Proponents, and Australian and New Zealand officials is a distinct advantage. The organisation must be comfortable with ASEAN stakeholders and following ways of working (or comparable governance arrangements).
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
Project-Specific Expertise Requirements
- Project 1: Demonstrated expertise in MSME development, digital transformation, green growth, and sustainable manufacturing and processing sectors, including experience developing strategies, policy frameworks, or recommendations to support dual digital and green transitions for MSMEs.
- Project 2: Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in sustainable and resilient agriculture, inclusive business models, rural economic development, and RCEP utilisation, particularly in supporting agricultural MSMEs to access trade opportunities and strengthen inclusive participation.
- Project 3: Proven expertise in digital trade, e-commerce policy, and RCEP implementation, including experience conducting policy analysis or reviews of trade agreement provisions related to e-commerce, digital economy frameworks, and MSME engagement.
- Project 4: Demonstrable experience in trade in services analysis, regulatory and policy reviews, and assessment of international trade commitments, particularly in relation to RCEP services commitments, market access, and regulatory alignment.
- Project 5: Demonstrated expertise in RCEP-related business outreach, MSME trade readiness, and trade promotion initiatives, including experience supporting SMEs to better understand and utilise regional trade agreements and export opportunities.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Wednesday 3 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Monday 15 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Saturday 27 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Designs – Five Vietnam RCEP Implementation Support Projects
Tetra Tech International Development Pty Ltd (Tetra Tech International Development) as the managing contractor of the Basic Education Quality and Access in Lao PDR Phase 2 program on behalf of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, is seeking Expressions of Interest local and international service providers to conduct research on classroom observation. The research will investigate how the Lao language curriculum and lessons are being implemented in early grades, and what strategies teachers use to support all language learners including students who don’t speak Lao.
To submit an EOI for this research we require a local or international individual, non-governmental organisation, or private consulting firm.
Proposals must be in English, follow the EOI requirements and address all of the selection criteria specified in the EOI document.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Monday 8 June 2026
Last queries date: Thursday 25 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: Monday 29 June 2026 at 10:00 Vientiane Time (ICT)
Documents:
EOI – AM 13669 – Classroom Observation Expertise Part A-B [PDF]
EOI – AM 13669 – Classroom Observation Expertise Part C Response [DOCX]
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) Facility supports ASEAN Member States to maximise benefits from the upgraded ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA) and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) Agreement. Under the operation of the RT4D, the Trade and Gender Equality Incubator (TGEI) with funding support from Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) pilots ideas and methods, drawing on promising practice to advance gender equality in trade-related policy, technical cooperation, and development programming.
The opportunity
The RT4D Facility seeks a consultancy firm with presence in Jakarta, Indonesia (the Consultant) to conduct a feasibility study for the proposed ASEAN Inclusive Trade Dashboard (AITD). The feasibility study will assess whether the dashboard is feasible and sustainable, including institutional ownership, alignment with ASEAN priorities, data availability, potential indicators, possible dashboard formats and pathways for national or regional piloting. Subject to a positive stop/go decision in September 2026, the Consultant will develop a full proposal from October to November 2026.
The primary users of the feasibility study will be RT4D/TGEI, DFAT and relevant ASEC stakeholders. The findings may also be relevant to ASEAN Member States, development partners and organisations working on gender equality, inclusive trade, MSME development, digital trade, trade facilitation, disability inclusion and data systems.
During the feasibility study, the Consultant is expected to engage with relevant ASEC divisions and selected stakeholders in Thailand and the Philippines, subject to confirmation by RT4D/TGEI, DFAT and relevant ASEC divisions. This engagement would assess whether these countries could provide suitable national-level entry points for future piloting, including in relation to national priorities, data availability, stakeholder interest and existing policy or monitoring processes.
The assignment comprises the following activities over the period July to November 2026:
- Finalise the feasibility study methodology and the plan to collect data, based on the discussion with RT4D/TGEI (all prospective bidders will have to develop a feasibility study methodology to be included in the Technical Proposal for this Call for Proposals).
- Conduct desk review and stakeholder consultations with relevant ASEC divisions, selected ASEAN Member State stakeholders, data owners and technical experts.
- Map potential indicators, available data sources, data gaps and options for sustainable updating of the dashboard.
- Assess institutional ownership, governance, technical format and implementation pathways for the dashboard.
- Write the feasibility study report and recommendations to inform a stop/go decision in September 2026.
- If RT4D/TGEI confirms a positive stop/go decision, prepare a full project proposal (due for final approval by 30 November 2026) for developing the dashboard and for piloting.
Interested organisations should provide a technical proposal detailing their capabilities in supporting the scope of services outlined in this ToR.
To ensure the above can be effectively managed and completed, interested organisations should fulfil the following criteria.
- Experience developing dashboards, indicator frameworks, data visualisation products, monitoring tools, scorecards, index products or similar analytical tools.
- The Team Leader or Lead Researcher must be based in Jakarta and have a sound understanding of ASEAN architecture, including the role of the ASEAN Secretariat, ASEAN community pillars and relevant ASEAN monitoring, reporting and coordination processes.
- Strong skills and experience in gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) and trade, including gender-responsive trade policy, trade facilitation, digital trade, MSMEs, trade in services or related areas.
- Strong research, consultation, facilitation and analytical writing skills, including the ability to translate complex institutional and data issues into clear, practical recommendations.
- Experience working with ASEAN institutions, ASEAN Member State governments, development partners or regional programs.
- A network of local consultants or partners able to support data collection and stakeholder engagement in Thailand and the Philippines will be an advantage.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Monday 8 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Monday 15 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59pm AEST Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Feasibility Study and Proposal Development for the ASEAN Inclusive Trade Dashboard
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
Project Summary
The RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented by the RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.
The following two projects are approved under RISP.
- Project 1: Developing a National Roadmap for Inter-Regional Trade Integration in Indonesia to Support Participation in RCEP Value Chains.
- Project 2: Study of Green Trade for Sustainable Economic Development in Indonesia and Short Course on Green Trade and Environmental Standards.
The Opportunity
RT4D is seeking a consultant (a firm or an individual expert) (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and deliver two (2) separate Project Designs for both projects mentioned above. The delivery will follow standard RT4D templates and be subject to comments, amendments, and approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponents, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).
General competencies and qualifications the Consultant should demonstrate, include (but are not limited to):
General Technical and Experience Requirements
- A skilled and experienced expert/team of experts with the technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Demonstrable experience developing program and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities and concerns of diverse government stakeholders (i.e. stakeholders representing countries with different priorities and capacity constraints and agencies with different mandates and priorities).
- Demonstrable experience designing, facilitating and delivering online and on-site consultations and workshops that effectively engage a diverse government audience.
- Experience working and engaging with ASEAN Governments, ASEAN Secretariat and/or ASEAN Member States is a distinct advantage.
- Proven excellent report drafting experience, with ability to incorporate comprehensive feedback at multiple stages.
- Experience working with the Projects’ Proponents, and Australian and New Zealand officials is a distinct advantage. The organisation must be comfortable with ASEAN stakeholders and following ways of working (or comparable governance arrangements).
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
Project-Specific Expertise Requirements
- Project 1: Proven expertise in Regional Trade Integration, supply chain connectivity, and experienced in development of a National Framework and Roadmap for Inter-Regional Trade Integration and Domestic Supply Chain Strengthening, including mapping of inter-regional trade flows, identification of logistics and regulatory bottlenecks, analysis of inter-regional price disparities, and formulation of priority corridors and policy action plans.
- Project 2: Demonstrable experience in aligning national trade policies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially on green trade and its relations to national development planning, including regional export potential to promote inclusive growth. Knowledge in global green trade trends, environmental standards and certification, circular economy and green production.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Monday 8 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59 PM (GMT+7) Thursday, 02 July 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Designs – Indonesia Projects on Inter-Regional Trade Integration and Green Trade
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
Project Summary
The RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented by the RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.
The following two projects are approved under RISP.
- Project 1: Seminar on Strengthening the Role of MSMEs and Women Entrepreneurs in Utilising the RCEP Agreement.
- Project 2: Addressing Logistics Cost Drivers to Enhance MSME Participation in Regional Supply Chains.
The Opportunity
RT4D is seeking a consultant (a firm or an individual expert) (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and deliver two (2) separate Project Designs for both projects mentioned above. The delivery will follow standard RT4D templates and be subject to comments, amendments, and approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponents, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).
General competencies and qualifications the Consultant should demonstrate, include (but are not limited to):
General Technical and Experience Requirements
- A skilled and experienced expert/team of experts with the technical expertise, bandwidth, and capabilities to support the RT4D Facility to deliver all outputs in alignment with the remit and timelines set within this Scope of Services.
- Demonstrable experience developing program and project plans and designs that consider and incorporate the needs, priorities and concerns of diverse government stakeholders (i.e. stakeholders representing countries with different priorities and capacity constraints and agencies with different mandates and priorities).
- Demonstrable experience designing, facilitating and delivering online and on-site consultations and workshops that effectively engage a diverse government audience.
- Experience working and engaging with ASEAN Governments, ASEAN Secretariat and/or ASEAN Member States is a distinct advantage.
- Proven excellent report drafting experience, with ability to incorporate comprehensive feedback at multiple stages.
- Experience working with the Projects’ Proponents, and Australian and New Zealand officials is a distinct advantage. The organisation must be comfortable with ASEAN stakeholders and following ways of working (or comparable governance arrangements).
- Strong understanding of and ability to operationalise the Monitoring & Evaluation, GEDSI, Communications and Program Management considerations outlined in the above sections of this ToR.
Project-Specific Expertise Requirements
- Project 1: Demonstrated expertise in MSME development, market access opportunities, and specifically understanding of RCEP commitments (including tariff preferences, rules of origin, certification procedures, customs facilitation measures, and relevant digital trade tools) and to enable them to effectively utilize the Agreement for MSMEs.
- Project 2: Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in MSME Participation within Regional Supply Chains, Digital Readiness, and Digital Logistics Practices. Understanding of RCEP commitments will be an advantage.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Monday 8 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59 PM (GMT+7) Thursday, 02 July 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Designs – Indonesia Projects on MSMEs, Women Entrepreneurs and Logistics Cost Drivers
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
Project Summary
The RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.
The following two projects are approved under RISP.
- Project 1: Operationalising the National SPS Committee through joint systems, tools and pilots for RCEP implementation
- Project 2: Inclusive Digital Transformation under RCEP: Strengthening Stakeholder Capacity for Compliance with Updated SPS Regulations in Lao PDR
The Opportunity
RT4D is seeking a consultant (a firm or an individual expert) (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and deliver two (2) separate Project Designs for both projects mentioned above. The delivery will follow standard RT4D templates and be subject to comments, amendments, and approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponents and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The general competencies and qualifications the Consultant should demonstrate, include (but are not limited to):
General Technical and Experience Requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in project design for donor-funded programs, including development of theories of change, results frameworks, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) frameworks, risk assessments, and implementation-ready project design
- Strong experience conducting policy, institutional, regulatory, and stakeholder analysis, and translating findings into practical and evidence-based project design
- Proven experience in designing and facilitating mixed-methods research, stakeholder consultations, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative evidence to inform project
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with government agencies, development partners, private sector stakeholders, and civil society organisations during project formulation processes.
- Demonstrated expertise in Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), including integration of GEDSI considerations into research methodologies, stakeholder engagement approaches, project design, and results frameworks.
- Strong analytical, report writing, and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to produce high-quality project design documents, policy briefs, operational frameworks, and strategic recommendations.
- Proven ability to manage iterative project design processes, including synthesising stakeholder feedback, responding to technical comments, and producing high-quality revised and final project design documents that reflect agreed priorities and
- Experience working with the Government of Lao PDR, development partners, and regional stakeholders, including ASEAN Member States and programs supported by the Governments of Australia and New Zealand, is highly desirable.
Project-Specific Expertise Requirements
Project 1:
- Demonstrated expertise in Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) systems, food safety, agricultural health regulation, and implementation of SPS-related commitments under RCEP, WTO, ASEAN, or similar regional frameworks.
- Experience analysing and designing institutional coordination mechanisms, inspection systems, certification processes, digital regulatory tools, and inter-agency governance arrangements relevant to SPS implementation and trade
Project 2:
- Demonstrated experience in regulatory capacity development, competency assessment, and the design of training frameworks, guidance materials, and institutional learning systems for government officials and regulatory stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of SPS regulatory implementation, inspection procedures, border control processes, and compliance requirements affecting agricultural and food value chains, with the ability to translate technical requirements into practical capacity-building and knowledge-transfer approaches.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Saturday 20 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday, 5 July 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.
RFP – Project Designs – Lao PDR Projects on SPS Systems and Digital Transformation
The Regional Trade for Development (RT4D) initiative is funded by both the Governments of Australia and New Zealand. It assists ASEAN Member States (AMS) in meeting their commitments and realising the advantages offered by the Agreement establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area, or AANZFTA, and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, or RCEP.
Through the AANZFTA Implementation Support Program (AISP) and the RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), RT4D provides tailored support to enhance the capabilities of ASEAN Member States by strengthening skills, building networks, facilitating policy options and ensuring that trade benefits everyone, including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women and people with disabilities.
The Governments of Australia and New Zealand have committed up to AUD 53.3 million to fund RT4D from 2020-21 to 2027-28.
Project Summary
The RCEP Implementation Support Program (RISP), implemented by the RT4D Facility, aims to support AMS to realise the full benefits of RCEP through the provision of capacity-building support and access to technical expertise.
The following two projects are approved under RISP.
- Project 1: Inclusive Cross-Border Trade Facilitation for Women Traders and SMEs under RCEP in Lao PDR
- Project 2: Inclusive Digital Transformation under RCEP: Strengthening SME Supply Chains by Empowering Women and Persons with Disabilities in Lao PDR
The Opportunity
RT4D is seeking a consultant (a firm or an individual expert) (hereafter referred to as “the Consultant”) to manage and deliver two (2) separate Project Designs for both projects mentioned above. The delivery will follow standard RT4D templates and be subject to comments, amendments, and approval from the RT4D Facility Team, the Project Proponents and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The general competencies and qualifications the Consultant should demonstrate, include (but are not limited to):
General Technical and Experience Requirements
- Demonstrated expertise in project design for donor-funded programs, including development of theories of change, results frameworks, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) systems, and full project design documentation.
- Strong experience in policy, institutional, and ecosystem analysis to inform project design, with ability to translate evidence into structured, implementation-ready design
- Proven experience in mixed-methods research and consultation processes for project design, including stakeholder mapping, interviews, focus group discussions, and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative evidence.
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, including engagement with government agencies, private sector actors, development partners, and civil society during project formulation.
- Demonstrated expertise in Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI), with ability to integrate inclusive design principles into research and project design
- Strong analytical, synthesis, and report writing skills, with ability to produce high-quality project design documents, policy briefs, and actionable recommendations.
- Experience working with development partners, including programs supported by the Governments of Australia and New Zealand, and understanding of their priorities in inclusive economic growth, SME development, trade, and digital transformation.
- Strong understanding of the Lao PDR development context, including SME development, trade facilitation systems, digital transformation, and inclusion of women and persons with disabilities.
- Experience engaging with Government of Lao PDR agencies, including the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MoIC) and Ministry of Finance, is highly desirable.
Project-Specific Expertise Requirements
Project 1:
- Strong expertise in trade facilitation, RCEP, and ASEAN economic integration frameworks, including customs, border management, logistics, and economic corridor systems affecting SME participation in cross-border trade.
- Experience translating trade policy and corridor analysis into structured project design frameworks, including inclusive interventions for women traders and persons with disabilities.
Project 2:
- Strong knowledge of SME digital transformation, including e-commerce adoption, digital platforms, supply chain digitisation, and digital market systems in developing country
- Experience translating SME digital readiness and inclusion analysis into structured project design frameworks and intervention logic for women-led enterprises and persons with disabilities.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Timeline:
Invitation Issue Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
Last Queries Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Closing Date and Time: 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday, 5 July 2026
Please check RT4D’s website for complete ToR.