RFP - Consultant firm for Remote sensing data

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About the Organization

Established in 1975, the International Food Policy Research Institute provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. Together with our partners, we generate needed evidence for country- and region-led policies that contribute to poverty reduction and help ensure that all people have access to safe, sufficient, nutritious, and sustainably produced food. Through multisectoral research and engagement with stakeholders, IFPRI informs effective policies, programs, and investments that contribute to productive livelihoods and sustainable, resilient, and equitable agriculture and food systems.

About the Proposal

With support from the Gates Foundation, the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is undertaking a study to evaluate initiatives by a large solvent extractor in Maharashtra, India. The solvent extractor works with organic, sustainable and conventional farmers of soybean in Latur, Osmanabad, Bid, and nearby districts of Maharashtra. We will examine the impact of agriculture extension services provided by the extractor on production of soybean in the region.

IFPRI will study the impact of extension on a range of outcomes of interest to IFPRI, the processor and the Gates Foundation. These include (but are not limited to) cost of cultivation, agricultural yields and profits, price realization, recognition of the processor and the proportion of soybean output that is sold through the processor, information seeking behavior, and the use and perception of the advisory services, knowledge, and adoption of recommended behavior, including sustainability certifications. For this purpose, we are looking for an experienced firm with a strong track record to help digitize soyabean plots and provide remote sensing data for the measured plots across a range of parameters.

We seek data for approximately 4500 farmers from 300 villages, covering 4500 plots with an estimated area of 4500-10000 acres of land.

The firm is expected to carry out the following tasks:

• Deliver the remote sensing data required in a CSV format in accordance with IFPRI’s preference.
• Commit to ensuring that these data and the identity of the farmers are completely confidential and are the property of IFPRI. The list of farmers, the location of their plots and the data generated on size of the plots cannot be used or shared without the express written permission from IFPRI.
• Throughout this process, demonstrate responsiveness to IFPRI communications, especially around any urgent data collection issues.

Eligibility

• A strong track record of supplying remote sensing data and advisories to established clients in the field of agriculture.
• Experience in building trust and good relations with local administration, village leaders, and communities.

Preferred qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work with not-for-profit organizations or academic institutions for research.
• Specific experience with soyabean.

How to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest highlighting qualifications mentioned above, along with a detailed budget and CV of survey lead. Materials should be submitted in English. The deadline to submit your application is September 24, 2024.

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