Abt Global is defined by its mission: to improve the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. Our global staff works in more than 60 countries, and our work is funded by governments, international associations and the private sector.
We depend on a variety of partners, businesses and independent contractors to support client projects. To select the right partner, we conduct competitive procurements to obtain the best value. Depending on the need and requirements, we issue requests for tenders (RFT), quotes (RFQ), proposals (RFP), information (RFI), applications (RFA), and expressions of interest (EOI), and independent contractor opportunities.
Below you will find current commercial opportunities for partners, businesses and independent contractors:
Digital Transformation Implementation Support, Vanuatu
Governance for Growth (GfG) is an Australian Government-funded program delivered in partnership with the Government of Vanuatu that supports practical reforms to strengthen public institutions, improve service delivery and enhance economic participation. Working closely with government counterparts, GfG provides targeted technical assistance, policy advice, systems strengthening and implementation support. As part of this commitment, GfG is partnering with the Department of Communication and Digital Transformation (DCDT), within the Ministry of the Prime Minister, to advance implementation of Vanuatu’s Digital Transformation Masterplan 2030 and accelerate the delivery of coordinated, citizen-focused digital government services.
Vanuatu has established important digital foundations, including the National ID system, Microsoft 365, cybersecurity capabilities, connectivity infrastructure and emerging digital innovation opportunities. GfG is seeking proposals to provide an embedded Digital Transformation Implementation Manager to support DCDT in translating strategy into action, strengthening its ability to prioritise, coordinate and deliver key reforms across areas such as Digital ID, digital payments, interoperability, cybersecurity, data governance and online public services. Respondents may also propose specialist technical expertise to support priority initiatives where required. – provided in the document attached named RFP - Digital Transformation Implementation Support, Vanuatu.
Closing Date: 2 August 2026, 11:59pm Vanuatu time
Documentation:
Expression of Interest: Fiji Program Support Platform Panel Service Providers - Logistics Services
Background
The Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’) is an Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funded initiative. Commencing from January 2025, it will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with Australia's International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan.
The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs. The Fiji Program Support Platform will operate until 30 September 2029.
The Opportunity
Abt Global, through the FPSP are approaching the market for seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals and companies for the efficient provision of Logistics Services.
Submission
Submissions will be evaluated by an independent evaluation assessment panel, and the successful bidder will be formally notified of the outcome of the process.
To access the RFP documents and Response Form, go to website:
Interested parties may request the RFP documentation via email at tenders@fpsp.org.fj or can access the RFP documents online from https://www.abtassociates.com/solicitations/australia-solicitations.
Application Forms with required documentation must be submitted electronically in PDF format by 5.00pm (Fiji time) on Sunday 9 August 2026 to: tenders@fpsp.org.fj
Documentation
Procurement of Local Security Provider – PALMSS 2 (Philippines)
Project: PALMSS 2 (Philippines)
Description: The purpose of this Request for Quotation (RFQ) is to invite suitably qualified security providers in the Philippines to submit a quotation for the provision of security advisory and support services for Procurement, Administrative and Logistics Management Support Services Phase 2 (PALMSS 2).
Open: 15 July 2026
Closing: 31 July 2026, 7:00PM PHT (UTC+08:00)
Documentation:
FPSP-RFQ-2026-046 - Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP) - Chartered Professional Quality Assurance (QA) Consultant
Background
The Fiji Program Support Platform (FPSP, also referred to as the ‘Platform’) is an Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) funded initiative. Commencing from January 2025, it will contribute to the delivery of Fiji’s national development priorities, in line with Australia's International Development Policy, the Fiji-Australia Vuvale Partnership and the Development Partnership Plan.
The Platform will deliver key bilateral programs, such as health, education, scholarships, social infrastructure, governance and emergency preparedness and response. Platform activities will identify and address climate risks, promote climate action, and gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) across and beyond the sector programs. The Fiji Program Support Platform will operate until 30 September 2029.
The Opportunity
Abt Global, through FPSP’s Fiji Social Infrastructure Program (FSIP), seeks to engage a suitably qualified Chartered Professional Quality Assurance (QA) Consultant with demonstrated experience in multidisciplinary design review, including education and/or health projects.
To leverage global technical depth for complex infrastructure reviews, Respondents are welcome and encouraged to draw on international parent, affiliate, or partner company resources to support QA oversight, senior technical review, and specialist input, provided the primary point of accountability sits with the contracted entity and the proposed team demonstrably meets the requirements of this RFQ.
Submission
Submissions will be evaluated by an independent evaluation assessment panel, and the successful bidder will be formally notified of the outcome of the process.
To access the RFQ documents and Response Form, go to website:
Interested parties may request the RFP documentation via email at tenders@fpsp.org.fj or can access the RFQ documents online from https://www.abtassociates.com/solicitations/australia-solicitations.
Application Forms with required documentation must be submitted electronically in PDF format by 4.00pm (Fiji time) on Wednesday 12 August 2026 to: tenders@fpsp.org.fj
Documentation:
PSEP-2026-RFP-001: Request for Proposal – School Infrastructure Rapid Needs Assessment and Prioritisation
Overview
The Papua New Guinea Secondary Education Program (PNG SEP) is a flagship investment of the Australian Government, implemented by Abt Global under the Papua New Guinea–Australia Partnership.
PNG SEP will deliver a School Infrastructure Fund (SIF) investment of approximately AUD 4 million to support safe, inclusive and climate-resilient infrastructure improvements across 10 participating secondary schools. SIF investments will be school-led and aligned with School Learning Improvement Plans (SLIPs), with funding prioritised according to need, feasibility and alignment with program priorities.
To inform SIF investment decisions, Abt Global is seeking proposals from suitably qualified individual consultants, consultant teams, engineering or construction firms, or multidisciplinary consulting organisations to undertake a School Infrastructure Rapid Needs Assessment and Prioritisation across all ten participating PNG SEP schools.
Brief
The successful Service Provider will be required to:
- Develop a rapid infrastructure assessment methodology and assessment tool aligned with PNG SEP priorities, National Department of Education standards, climate resilience and GEDSI requirements.
- Conduct infrastructure assessments and stakeholder consultations at ten participating secondary schools alongside relevant National or Provincial Department of Education representatives.
- Assess infrastructure needs across key domains including classrooms, dormitories, WASH facilities, accessibility, school safety, ICT infrastructure and climate resilience.
- Identify and prioritise practical, high-impact infrastructure investments and develop indicative cost estimates for priority interventions.
- Prepare the PNG SEP School Infrastructure Needs Assessment and Prioritisation Report, including school profiles, baseline infrastructure data, prioritised investment pipelines and recommendations to guide implementation of the School Infrastructure Fund.
Request for Proposal Documentation
The detailed Request for Proposal documentation and Scope of Work can be accessed via the provided links below, and all other queries should be made to: png.tenders@amspng.org.
Industry Briefing
Refer to the Request for Proposal approach document for industry briefing details.
Closing Date
The closing date and time for submissions is 5:00 pm (Port Moresby time) on Friday, 21 August 2026.