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