Request for Proposal (RFP) for Engagement of Consultancy Agency as Technical Knowledge Partner of National Biopharma Mission of BIRAC

Organization: Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)
Apply By: 24 Sep 2024 (2:00 PM)

About the Organization

• Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is a not-for-profit, Section 8, Schedule B, Public Sector Enterprise set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India.
• Objective: To strengthen and empower biotech enterprises to undertake strategic research, innovation, and product development addressing nationally relevant needs.
• Initiatives: BIRAC provides access to risk capital, technology transfer, IP management, and handholding schemes to make Indian biotech firms globally competitive.
• Partnerships: BIRAC has national and global partnerships to foster industry-academia innovation research.

About the Proposal

• National Biopharma Mission (NBM) invites sealed bids for a Consultancy Agency to act as the Technical Knowledge Partner (TKP).
• Location: Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), New Delhi.

Background

• National Biopharma Mission is an Industry-Academia Collaborative Mission led by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), aimed at making India a hub for affordable, innovative biopharmaceuticals.
• Objective: To enhance India’s capabilities in the development of vaccines, biologics, and medical devices, and facilitate academic researchers, bioentrepreneurs, SMEs, and the industry.
• Long-Term Impact: Availability of affordable healthcare solutions and products addressing India's health needs.

Objective of the Consultancy

• BIRAC seeks a Technical Knowledge Partner (TKP) to serve as a centralized knowledge hub for the National Biopharma Mission. The TKP will assist the Scientific Advisory Group (SAG) and Technical Advisory Groups (TAG) in executing mission-related activities effectively.

Scope of Work

1. Support for Technical:

   • Provide structured, well-researched evidence (market opportunities, industry analytics, competitive intelligence) for strategic decision-making.
   • Assist in generating knowledge to ensure program quality and effectiveness.

2. Project Management Support for Additional Projects:

   • Assist in managing existing and additional projects under NBM.
   • Organize expert meetings, prepare synopses, and develop recommendations.

3. Support for Proposal Development for NBM's Next Phase:

   • Aid in creating innovative project proposals aligned with the mission’s objectives for the next phase.

4. Support for Hosting Awareness Campaigns and Outreach Programs:

   • Plan and execute awareness campaigns, create content, and assess their impact.

5. Support for Creation of Detailed Project Report (DPR):

   • Prepare DPRs for advancing drug/vaccine research and foster national/global collaborations.

6. Support for Creation of New RFPs:

   • Assist in drafting new RFPs to fill gaps in the biopharma ecosystem and develop proposals.

7. Support for Development of Bio-innovation IT-Based Platform:

   • Facilitate the development of an IT platform for service facilities, ensuring data security and streamlined service delivery.

8. Impact Analysis Requirements:

   • Provide support for at least 4-5 working days per month.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a legal entity registered in India (Company/LLP/Society/partnership firm/proprietorship firm).
• Must have at least 5 years of similar service experience.
• Must have been profitable in the last three fiscal years (FY 2021-22, FY 2022-23, FY 2023-24).
• Should not be blacklisted or involved in major litigation.
• Should have a registered office in India and an office in Delhi/NCR.
• Experience in supporting government-funded projects in strategic planning and management.

How to Apply

• Submission Deadline: 24th September 2024 by 2:00 PM.
• Submission Format: Responses to be submitted in a sealed envelope as per the format in the bid document.

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