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TO CONDUCT A FORMATIVE STUDY ON THE PROMOTION OF SCHOOL GARDENS IN KARAMOJA FOR IMPROVED SCHOOL MEALS AND LEARNER NUTRITION OUTCOMES

REF: 2026/059/AFI

  1. BACKGROUND

Andre Foods International (AFI), in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP), is implementing the Integrated Nutrition Programme (INP) across schools in Karamoja. As part of this programme, AFI has supported schools to establish gardens producing nutritious crops such as Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes (OFSP), Iron-Rich Beans, and vegetables. These gardens complement WFP’s food deliveries and equip learners with practical skills to promote a culture of nutritious food production at household level.

Given the persistent challenges of food insecurity, malnutrition, and climate variability in Karamoja, AFI seeks to commission a formative study to generate evidence that will guide the design, adaptation, and scale-up of climate-resilient school garden models.

  • PURPOSE OF THE STUDY

The study will generate context-specific evidence to inform sustainable and scalable school garden models that contribute to improved school meals and learner nutrition outcomes in Karamoja.

  • DESCRIPTION OF SCOPE OF WORKS

The consultant will:

  • Conduct desk reviews of relevant policies and programmes.
  • Map existing school garden initiatives across Karamoja districts.
  • Undertake field assessments in selected schools across Karamoja districts.
  • Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from schools, communities, and stakeholders.
  • Recommend context-appropriate, climate-smart models and implementation models.
  • REQUIRED EXPERTISE

AFI invites applications from eligible consulting firms or consultants with demonstrated experience in:

  • Nutrition/Public Health (experience in Karamoja or similar contexts).
  • Climate-smart agriculture/dryland farming.
  • Education and school feeding systems.
  • Monitoring & Evaluation (qualitative and quantitative).
  • Local context expertise (Karamoja livelihoods and culture).
  • SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Interested consultants should submit the following documents:

  • Technical proposal (understanding of ToR, methodology, work plan).
  • Financial proposal (budget breakdown including, inception, fieldwork, analysis, dissemination).
  • Company profile (where applicable);
  • Curriculum Vitae of key personnel;
  • Evidence of similar assignments successfully completed;
  • At least two professional references.
  • CONFIDENTIALITY

The consultant is required to maintain confidentiality regarding all project related information and materials during and after the engagement. 

  • SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

Interested consultants may obtain the Terms of Reference from the AFI Procurement Department through the email provided below;

Email: [email protected]

Completed proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked:

“Consultancy Services to Conduct a Formative Study on the Promotion of School Gardens in Karamoja – Ref. No. 2026/059/AFI.” to any of the offices:

  • AFI Head Office, Millennium Plaza, Room ML.020 Plot 69/71 Spring Road, Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
  • AFI Sub-offices, Moroto and Kotido
  • SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

Friday 31st July 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Late submissions will not be accepted.

AFI reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal, in whole or in part, and is not bound to award the contract to the lowest-priced or any applicant.

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