Call for Experts: Engineering & Technical Professionals (LTA) – UNDP Uganda | Remote/Home-based

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UNDP Uganda invites qualified engineers, architects, and technical experts to join a Long-Term Agreement (LTA) roster. Multiple profiles required (Civil, Water, Environment, etc.). Apply by 29 Jan 2026.

Call for Individual Consultants: Engineering and Technical Services (Long-Term Agreement)

Organization: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Duty Station: Home-based (Support to Uganda Country Office) Contract Type: Individual Contract / Long-Term Agreement (LTA) Reference: UNDP-UGA-00516 Application Deadline: 29 January 2026

Strategic Overview

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Uganda is establishing a roster of senior technical experts to support its development portfolio. We are seeking to enter into Long-Term Agreements (LTAs) with qualified professionals who can be called upon on an “as-needed” basis to provide specialized engineering and technical services.

This mechanism allows UNDP to rapidly deploy top-tier expertise to support infrastructure, water, and environmental projects across the country. Selected consultants will play a critical role in ensuring the technical quality and sustainability of our interventions.

Scope of Services

UNDP is inviting applications from professionals across eight (8) distinct technical lots. Candidates may apply for one or multiple lots depending on their qualifications.

The Technical Profiles:

  • Lot 1: Architectural Experts
    • Focus on sustainable design, structural planning, and compliance with building codes for development infrastructure.
  • Lot 2: Civil / Infrastructure / Design Engineers
    • Broad scope covering the design, supervision, and quality assurance of civil works and public infrastructure projects.
  • Lot 3: Hydrologists
    • Specialized assessment of water resources, hydrological modeling, and flood risk management.
  • Lot 4: Irrigation & Agricultural Engineers
    • Design and implementation of irrigation systems to support sustainable agriculture and food security initiatives.
  • Lot 5: Land Survey and Geospatial Experts
    • Topographical surveying, GIS mapping, and spatial analysis to inform project planning.
  • Lot 6: Quantity Surveyors
    • Cost estimation, bill of quantities (BoQ) preparation, and contract administration for construction projects.
  • Lot 7: Water & Hydraulic Engineers
    • Focus on water supply systems, hydraulic structures, and sanitation infrastructure.
  • Lot 8: Environmentalists
    • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), social safeguards, and ensuring projects meet sustainability standards.

Contract Framework

  • Duration: The LTA will be established for an initial period of 12 months.
  • Renewal: The agreement is renewable annually based on satisfactory performance and continued business need, up to a maximum duration of 3 years.
  • Engagement: As an LTA holder, you are not guaranteed a specific volume of work. Services will be requested via specific purchase orders when needs arise.

Application Procedure

Closing Date: 29 January 2026 (15:59 GMT -5.00)

All proposals must be submitted directly through the UNDP Quantum Supplier Portal.

Submission Instructions:

  1. Access the portal at: http://supplier.quantum.partneragencies.org
  2. Log in using your existing profile or register a new bidder profile if accessing for the first time.
  3. Search for negotiation reference UNDP-UGA-00516.
  4. Submit your technical and financial proposal directly in the system.

Note: Proposals submitted via email will not be accepted. Please ensure you complete your submission well before the deadline to avoid technical delays.

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