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Request for proposals for Accelerating Biodiversity Conservation in the Peruvian Amazon: Innovative and Inclusive Financial Mechanisms for Peru GGGI Peru invites eligible firms/entities to submit their proposals for the assignment: Accelerating Biodiversity Conservation in the Peruvian Amazon: Innovative and Inclusive Financial Mechanisms for Peru PROJECT BACKGROUND: Accelerating Biodiversity Conservation in the Peruvian Amazon (ABCPA) is a two-year technical assistance program led by GGGI, in consortium with MDA and Terrasos, in collaboration with the Government of Peru through the Ministry of Environment (MINAM), Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF), the National Service of Natural Protected Areas (SERNANP), and other public institutions. Supported by the Amazon Regional Fund (ARF), which is part of the UK PACT and the UKs International Climate Finance (ICF) portfolio, the program aims to support the implementation of Perus National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP). The project addresses key barriers to biodiversity conservation in Peru by designing and implementing innovative and inclusive financial mechanisms, such as biodiversity bonds and habitat banks, to strengthen the alignment between the countrys financial architecture and its biodiversity needs. It also promotes the inclusion of vulnerable populations, such as women, Indigenous peoples, and rural communities, as key stewards of ecosystems, ensuring fair compensation for their conservation efforts. Expected results for 2027 include the mobilization of USD 516 million for the sustainable management of 300,000 hectares of forest, the strengthening of institutional and financial frameworks for biodiversity, and a contribution to the mitigation of up to 0.7 million tCOe. The programs key deliverables include: OU1: Training for public and private actors on nature-related financial risks, disclosures, and innovative biodiversity financing mechanisms. OU2: Technical assistance to the Ministry of Environment (MINAM) to integrate biodiversity conservation categories into the MERESE mechanism. OU3: Design and pilot testing of a habitat bank as an innovative financing tool. OU4: Support to the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) to integrate biodiversity into Perus Sovereign Sustainability Bond Frameworks. Co-design, together with the project team, a work plan that includes the methodology for collecting quantitative and qualitative information, using tools such as semi-structured interview guides and/or surveys, as well as a visual script (storyboard) for the institutional video, applicable to project stakeholders. Collect information by prioritizing in-person interviews and/or surveys with key actors involved in the Pilots (approximately 23 interviews per identified actor), including representatives from public and private entities, local communities, civil society, and/or NGOs. These interviews and activities should include b-roll footagefor example, of planning sessions, workshops, meetings, and other coordination eventscarried out in four regions of the country: Lima, San Martín, Madre de Dios, and Ancash. Develop one (1) case study that includes: Testimonial video clips of 23 minutes each, featuring approximately 10 actors involved in the Pilots One (1) final institutional video (35 minutes) presenting the results of the interventions, including royalty-free music and subtitles in Spanish and English One (1) designed narrative document that presents the qualitative and quantitative analysis results, as well as the complete implementation process of the Pilots from the planning stage through execution. These three deliverables will form part of the post-production work and must comply with GGGIs branding guidelines and the visual identity of the project. Proposed Activities and Scope of Work Proposed Activities for the Overall Project GGGI seeks to contract a consulting firm (hereinafter, the Consultant) to document, through quantitative, qualitative, and audiovisual products, the process of designing and implementing the pilot initiatives linked to the Ecosystem Services Compensation Mechanism (MERESE) and the Habitat Bank in Peru. The assignment will be carried out in close coordination with the GGGI project team, ensuring consistency with the organizations institutional branding and the projects strategic communication messages. The Consultant will be responsible for the planning, implementation, filming, editing, and final delivery of the case study, as well as for managing all logistical requirements necessary to conduct fieldwork in the project regions (e.g., meetings, workshops, focus groups, and other coordination spaces). The consultancy will be implemented over a 12-month period (365 calendar days), in parallel with the implementation of the two Pilots. During this time, the Consultant is expected to progressively record, document, and produce communication materials throughout the project lifecycle from the early planning stages to full implementation. The activities will be structured in three main phases: Pre-production Participate in coordination meetings with the GGGI team to align objectives, define the narrative approach, and establish the key messages for both audiovisual and written products. Develop and submit a Work Plan including: Methodology for quantitative and qualitative data collection, such as semi-structured interview guides and/or surveys differentiated by stakeholder type (public sector, private sector, civil society, local communities, etc.). The methodology must ensure data confidentiality and protection. A tentative timeline for filming and field activities, adjustable according to the progress of the Pilots. A visual script or storyboard for the institutional video. Logistical considerations to ensure effective participation and documentation throughout the implementation process of the Pilots. Prepare an initial draft of the narrative document, which will serve as the structural basis for the final report. This draft will be subject to GGGIs review and validation prior to design and layout. Production (Fieldwork) Develop interview and/or survey scripts Conduct initial interviews and/or surveys with identified key stakeholders to capture perspectives and interests, helping to identify priorities, perceptions, and pre-existing knowledge regarding the Pilots. Continue recording additional interviews and/or surveys throughout implementation, showcasing the evolution of the process and the changes perceived by participants. It is estimated that approximately 10 key stakeholders will be interviewed, with 23 interviews per stakeholder at different stages of the process. Identify, through the information-gathering process, innovative approaches, practical experiences, lessons learned, and enabling conditions related to selected financial instruments. Record supporting footage (b-roll) of planning sessions, workshops, meetings, and other coordination activities in Lima and the target regions (Madre de Dios, San Martin and Ancash). Ensure high-quality image (HD/4K) and sound, using professional equipment. Manage all logistical aspects of fieldwork, including transportation, accommodation, and per diems. Tender Link : https://in-tendhost.co.uk/gggi/aspx/Tenders/Current
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