IslandPlas Project Innovation and Entrepreneurship Accelerator Support Partner - PACO
IUCN PACO seeks an accelerator support partner for the IslandPlas project across multiple West African islands (Cabo Verde, São Tomé). 6 months, below USD 15,000.
Funded by
International Union for Conservation of Nature - PACO
Status
Closed
Deadline
19 Feb 2026
Category
Request for Proposal
Budget
USD 15,000
Size
Micro
Reference
IUCN-26-02-P04772-01
Method
Open International
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Official Title
IUCN PACO - IslandPlas Innovation and Entrepreneurship Accelerator (PACO)
Overview
IUCN PACO is procuring an accelerator support partner for the IslandPlas project covering West African island states including Cabo Verde and São Tomé and Príncipe. The accelerator will incubate early-stage entrepreneurs developing circular economy solutions to plastic pollution in these island contexts.
Scope of Work
Design and run an accelerator/incubator programme. Recruit and select cohort participants. Deliver training (business model, finance, operations, marketing, impact). Provide mentoring. Connect cohort to investors and partners. Monitor and report. Coordinate with IUCN PACO.
Requirements & Qualifications
Accelerator/incubator firm with West Africa or island states track record. Portuguese or French capability strongly preferred. Existing partner network. IUCN Declaration of Undertaking.
Evaluation Criteria
IUCN standard RFP evaluation: mandatory compliance, technical evaluation, financial evaluation. Award to highest combined score within budget.
Contact
NameIUCN PACO
Email[email protected]
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