Institution to Design and Implement a Two-Cycle Innovation Hackathon Programme

UNCDF is seeking a tertiary education institution to run two annual innovation hackathons in 2026 and 2027 that build digital, green and problem-solving skills, connect students with private-sector partners, and create a model that can be replicated and scaled to support national employability and entrepreneurship goals.

What it offers

• Design and implementation of two innovation hackathons in 2026 and 2027
• Strengthening of students’ digital, green, and problem-solving skills
• Facilitation of linkages with private sector actors
• Establishment of a replicable and scalable hackathon model aligned with national employability and entrepreneurship objectives

Who can apply

• Qualified tertiary education institutions

How to apply

• Register or log in to the UNDP Quantum supplier portal
• Search for the negotiation using reference number UNCDF-00669
• Create a draft response to receive amendment notifications
• Submit your offer directly in the system via the link: http://supplier.quantum.partneragencies.org
• Use the forgotten password feature if you do not remember your portal credentials

Good to know

• Deadline: 31-Jul-26 @ 11:59 PM (New York time)
• Contact: Djime Guibril Ndiaye – uncdf.procurement@uncdf.org
• All clarifications must be requested through the messaging functionality in the system
• Do not create a new profile if you already have one