About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
The United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) has announced a new Call for Proposals (CfP) inviting eligible organizations and institutions from Official Development Assistance (ODA)-eligible countries to participate in the implementation of A2D Facility Demonstration Projects.
The initiative is expected to support innovative development solutions and strengthen collaboration between international organizations, governments, and implementing partners across developing countries.
The funding opportunity is being promoted through the United Nations Global Marketplace platform, the official procurement and business portal used by numerous UN agencies and international organizations worldwide.
The call represents a significant opportunity for organizations, research institutions, non-governmental organizations, development agencies, and private sector innovators seeking to contribute to sustainable development initiatives in low- and middle-income countries.
About the United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM)
The United Nations Global Marketplace serves as the central procurement portal for multiple UN agencies and international institutions. The platform connects suppliers, contractors, consultants, and organizations with procurement opportunities, grants, tenders, and development partnerships within the United Nations system.
UNGM supports collaboration with major international organizations including:
United Nations Development Programme
United Nations Children’s Fund
World Health Organization
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Worldfood Programme
Food and Agriculture Organization
United Nations Office for Project Services
UN Women
The platform also provides access to procurement plans, supplier resources, sustainability frameworks, e-learning courses, and international procurement seminars.
Focus of the A2D Facility Demonstration Projects
The newly announced Call for Proposals focuses on demonstration projects aimed at supporting development initiatives in ODA-eligible countries. While full project details are expected to be outlined in the official application documentation, the initiative is likely to prioritize innovative and scalable solutions that address pressing social, technological, environmental, and economic challenges in developing regions.
The programme aligns with broader United Nations efforts to accelerate sustainable development and strengthen partnerships capable of delivering measurable impact in vulnerable communities.
Potential areas of interest may include:
Digital transformation and innovation
Sustainable infrastructure
Climate resilience
Social inclusion
Health and education solutions
Technology-driven development initiatives
Sustainable procurement and service delivery
Capacity building and institutional strengthening
The initiative may particularly appeal to organizations with experience in development cooperation, innovation ecosystems, and public-interest technologies.
Opportunities for Organizations in Developing Countries
The Call for Proposals provides an important opportunity for institutions operating in ODA-eligible countries to engage directly with the United Nations system and international development partners.
Eligible organizations may include:
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
Universities and research institutions
Startups and innovation hubs
Civil society organizations
Social enterprises
Development consultancies
Public sector institutions
International cooperation agencies
Participation in UN-supported projects can help organizations strengthen international visibility, access new partnerships, and contribute to high-impact development initiatives.
UN Procurement and Collaboration Opportunities Continue to Expand
In addition to the A2D Facility initiative, the UNGM platform regularly publishes procurement opportunities, business seminars, supplier engagement programmes, and international collaboration initiatives.
Recent and upcoming activities listed on the platform include:
UN International Procurement Seminars
Virtual business seminars for suppliers in developing countries
Sustainability procurement programmes
Supplier training and e-learning opportunities
Collaboration initiatives with universities and research institutions
How to apply