Consultancy Tender Notice
Consultancy for the Design and Implementation of an Open-Source Platform for Climate Risk Data
African Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd.) invites qualified firms or consortia to submit proposals for the design, development, and implementation of a scalable open-source climate risk data platform.
Assignment Title
Design and Implementation of an Open-Source Platform for Climate Risk Data
Location
Remote
Duration
12 months
Project Description
ARC Ltd. seeks to develop and operationalize a modular open-source climate risk data platform that will support African Union Member States and partners in accessing and utilizing climate and risk information.
The platform will host geospatial, climate, and socio-economic datasets, integrate forecasting and risk modelling tools, and provide open, non-discriminatory access to users including AU Member States, risk pools, and development partners.
Scope of Services
The selected firm or consortium will be responsible for:
• Conducting technical assessments and procurement planning
• Engaging stakeholders to identify user needs and establish data-sharing agreements
• Designing, building, testing, and maintaining the platform using open-source technologies
• Developing governance, licensing, and intellectual property frameworks
• Conducting user training, workshops, and quality assurance
• Delivering a fully operational platform, training toolkit, and sustainability roadmap
Key Deliverables
• Inception report including stakeholder mapping and detailed work plan
• Platform design blueprint (architecture, governance, licensing framework)
• Prototype / Beta version with initial datasets and models
• Training toolkit and user manuals (English/French)
• Final operational platform and sustainability plan, including training report
Eligibility
Interested firms or consortia should demonstrate:
• Proven experience in developing digital platforms, preferably open-source systems
• Expertise in geospatial data systems, climate risk modelling, or data infrastructure
• Experience working in multi-country or development cooperation contexts
• Strong technical, software development, and data governance capabilities
Tender Documents
Full tender documents are available at: https://arcltd.org/opportunities/
Submission of Proposals
Proposals must be submitted electronically via the ARC Ltd Tender Submission Platform: https://arcltd.in-tranet.co.za/system/process/form.php?form_id=95&process_id=1&step_id=1&company_id=0&contact_id=0&1
Submission Deadline: 1st June 2026 at 23:59 hrs (South Africa Time)
Important Notice
African Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd.) reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal and is not bound to award the contract to the lowest-priced or any bidder.