The Sustainable Private Sector in Forestry (SPSF) Programme, supported by SIDA and UNDP, invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Gums and Resins Market Development Challenge Fund.

CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) Gums and Resins Market Development Challenge Fund, Ethiopia Overview The Sustainable Private Sector in Forestry (SPSF) Programme, supported by SIDA and UNDP, hereby invites eligible entities to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Gums and Resins Market Development Challenge Fund. This initiative seeks to stimulate innovative, market-driven solutions that strengthen gums and resins value chains, foster inclusive economic growth, and drive climate resilience across target areas in Ethiopia, specifically focusing on Boodaley District, Somali Region. Key Tender Details Issuance Date: October 28, 2026 EOI Submission Deadline: November 20, 2026 Target Geographical Area: Boodaley District (Somali Region), Ethiopia Target Value Chain: Gums and Resins (Frankincense, Myrrh, Gum Arabic) Submission Email: ilriettender@cgiar.org Email Subject Line Requirement: Must state Gums and Resins Market Development Challenge Fund Funding Windows & Cost-Sharing Requirements The fund operates under three competitive grant windows: Grant Window Funding Amount (USD) Target Applicants Indicative Focus Minimum Co-Financing Requirement Micro Grant Up to $10,000 Start-ups, Cooperatives, MSMEs Piloting & validating innovations; proof-of-concept testing 30% of total project cost Medium Grant $10,001 – $20,000 Growing MSMEs, Private Firms, Consortia Scaling tested innovations; market reach expansion 50% of total project cost Large Grant $20,001 – $30,000* Established Enterprises, Lead Firms, Processors Systemic innovations, market transformation, replication 50% of total project cost *Under special circumstances with international partners, higher amounts may be considered under separate criteria. Disbursement Schedule Grants are performance-based and disbursed across three tranches: Tranche 1 (30%): Disbursed upon contract signing and proof of matching funds. Tranche 2 (40%): Disbursed upon achieving agreed mid-term milestones (e.g., equipment installa