USDA Food for Progress Proposal Pricing Consultancy

USDA Food for Progress Proposal Pricing Consultancy

How to Apply: Interested consultants or firms should submit:

• CV for the lead consultant highlighting USDA Food for Progress proposal and/or project experience
• A short summary of relevant FFP budgeting experience (including countries and roles)
• Availability for the proposal period

Duration: Short‑term consultancy (LOE to be determined during negotiation)

Location: Remote in the United States. Candidate must be able to overlap EDT hours

Indicative Timeline: As needed to support up to three Food for Progress (FFP) bids, likely June – September 2026

Background

We are seeking a highly experienced team of consultants of firm to support the development of USDA Food for Progress (FFP) proposal budgets for up to three anticipated bids. The consultants will be responsible for developing USDA‑compliant, country‑specific budgets aligned with technical approaches and donor requirements.

Scope of Work

The consultants will:

• Develop USDA‑compliant cost proposals for up to three Food for Progress bids
• In collaboration with the proposal team, translate technical designs into accurate, realistic, and compliant budgets across different country contexts
• Prepare detailed budget narratives and supporting cost justifications
• Ensure alignment with USDA FFP cost principles, allowability, cost categories, and formatting requirements
• Work closely with technical and management teams to iterate budgets under tight proposal timelines
• Support final budget checks prior to submission

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of successfully developing budgets for USDA Food for Progress proposals and/or projects
• Strong familiarity with USDA FFP budget structures, cost principles, and compliance requirements
• Proven experience developing budgets across multiple country contexts, including varying labor, operational, and regulatory environments
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple bids, and deliver high‑quality outputs on short timelines
• Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills