Startup Export Readiness Accelerator Delivery

The contract seeks a provider to design and deliver an accelerator program aimed at preparing Nepali startups for entry into international markets. The program will include structured mentorship, development of export strategies tailored to global markets, and investor pitch sessions to help participants secure funding and build international partnerships. The initiative is intended to strengthen the capacity of local entrepreneurial ecosystems by equipping early-stage businesses with the skills, networks, and tools necessary to compete abroad. Activities will be implemented in Nepal with a focus on measurable outcomes in export readiness and market expansion. This subcontract is issued by the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu under the Department of State and is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating it involves management consulting services. The solicitation was posted on June 29, 2026, with a deadline for responses set for July 13, 2026, at 11:15 a.m. No set-aside type is designated, and detailed address or point of contact information is not provided in the posting. The program will operate primarily within Nepal, and proposers are expected to demonstrate experience in startup acceleration, international trade development, and capacity building in emerging economies.