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Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation

with Family Health International (FHI 360)

BTDC-ID: 41286
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Expected Outputs

Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation

Announcement Description

FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives. Our staff of more than 2,200 experts work in over 50 countries around the world.

The Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S. Government's Global Health Security (GHS) portfolio. STRIDES strengthens disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems to help countries prevent, detect, report, and respond to epidemics, pandemics, and emerging infectious disease threats.

Under Activity 1.2.1a, STRIDES, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Animal Health and Production (GDAHP) of Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), the National Animal Health and Production Research Institute (NAHPRI), will support efforts to strengthen laboratory quality systems and advance NAHPRI's preparedness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation. As part of this support, STRIDES will engage a consultant to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory readiness, focusing on management system and documentation requirements that can be addressed prior to the laboratory's relocation to the new Cambodia Academy of Science (CASA) facility.

The assessment will provide a structured review of the current Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS), identify strengths and gaps against ISO 17025:2017 requirements, document partner investments and technical assistance, and develop a practical phased accreditation roadmap. Findings from the assessment will help NAHPRI and partners prioritize quality improvement activities, coordinate investments, and establish strong systems during the relocation to the CASA facility.

Expected Outputs

Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation

  • Career Category: Consultancies
  • Location: Phnom Penh
Summary

Solicitation Number: FY26-STRIDES-GHS-031

Date of Issue of RFP: August 25, 2026

Date Questions from Supplier Due: September 02, 2026

Date Answers due from FHI 360: September 03, 2026

Date Proposal Due: September 04, 2026

Approximate Timeframe Consultant Agreement Issued to Successful Candidate(s): September 10, 2026

Detailed Description of Tasks to be Performed

The consultant will support STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, and engage with partners (the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)/International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)) to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's readiness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation and develop a phased improvement roadmap.

Objectives

  • Assess the current status of NAHPRI's Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) against ISO 17025:2017 requirements.
  • Identify gaps, priorities, and opportunities for improvement to support accreditation readiness.
  • Review and document partner investments and technical assistance supporting laboratory strengthening.
  • Conduct consultations with NAHPRI management, technical staff, and relevant partners.
  • Develop a phased accreditation improvement roadmap, including pre-relocation and post-relocation priorities.

Scope of Work and Tasks to be Accomplished

The consultant will have 15 working days to complete the tasks. During the period of performance, the consultant will work closely with STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, FAO/IAEA, and other relevant national health actors to conduct a structured baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's quality management toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation. The consultant will assess laboratory management systems, quality documentation, organizational arrangements, and accreditation readiness; facilitate consultations with key actors; and develop recommendations and an improvement roadmap to support phased accreditation efforts.

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Eligibility

  • Minimum Qualifications
  • A degree in Public Health, Microbiology, Medicine, Tropical Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
  • At least 5 years of experience conducting laboratory quality assessments or audits.
  • Certified ISO17025 assessor, or significant experience or training on the ISO 17025 checklist, or equivalent accreditation-related certification from a recognized body.
  • Experience serving as an assessor, technical assessor, auditor, quality manager, or accreditation focal person for an ISO17025-accredited laboratory.
  • Experience supporting veterinary, animal health, public health, food safety, environmental, or research laboratories.
  • Familiarity with ILAC, accreditation body requirements, proficiency testing, method validation, uncertainty measurement, and laboratory risk management.
  • Experience working with government laboratories in low- and middle-income countries, preferably in Southeast Asia
  • Desirable Qualifications
  • The consultant will work under the supervision of the STRIDES Technical Advisor
  • The assignment is expected to be conducted over a period of 15 working days between September and October 2026.
  • The consultant may work remotely for Assessment Preparation, Document Review, and Key Actor Consultation, but will be required to attend in-person meetings with FHI 360 and NAHPRI as requested and visit field locations.
  • All deliverables, including draft and final reports, and presentation materials, shall be submitted in English.

Submission Requirements

Timetable and Address for Submission

Proposals are due no later than September 4, 2026. Required documentation listed below must be e-mailed provided in the contact details.

Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated in accordance with qualifications and experience.

Required Documentation: Proposals must include the following components:

  • Cover letter (max 2 pages) summarizing experience
  • Current CV
  • FHI 360 Biodata Form with proposed daily rate
  • Technical proposal (brief description of methodology)
  • A sample of your work that related to this consultancy, if available
  • Name and contact details of two (2) recent professional references

FHI 360 Disclaimers

  • FHI 360 may perform a background check on any selected Consultant candidates.
  • FHI 360 may cancel the solicitation and not award
  • FHI 360 may reject any or all responses received
  • Issuance of the solicitation does not constitute an award commitment by FHI 360
  • FHI 360 reserves the right to disqualify any offer based on failure of the offeror to follow solicitation instructions
  • FHI 360 will not compensate any offeror for responding to solicitation
  • FHI 360 reserves the right to issue award based on initial evaluation of offers without further discussion
  • FHI 360 may choose to award only part of the activities in the solicitation, or issue multiple awards based on the solicitation activities
  • FHI 360 reserves the right to waive minor proposal deficiencies that can be corrected prior to award determination to promote competition
  • FHI 360’s supplier terms and conditions can be found here while our consultant terms and conditions can be found here


Attachment:
  • 31.RFP for consultant for ISO17025_GHS
  • Biodata-form 2026
 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • GIA Tower, 12th Floor (Rooms G1201 & G1202) Street Sopheak Mongkol, Corner of Koh Pich, Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
Contact Name
  • Family Health International (FHI 360)
 
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