DEADLINE: 30TH MAY, 2025
AFRICA RESOURCE CENTRE FOR EXCELLENCE IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (ARC_ESM)
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EΟΙ) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A DOCUMENTARY SERIES AND OTHER RELATED VIDEO CONTENTS FOR ARC_ESM’S PROJECTS

INTRODUCTION
The Africa Resource Centre for Excellence in Supply Chain Management (ARC_ESM) invites qualified service providers and technical experts to express interest in developing a video documentary series, along with other related video content, to support its storytelling efforts. This initiative aims to capture and showcase the outputs and outcomes of ARC_ESM’s projects over the past five (5) years, spanning federal and state-level engagements as well as donor partnerships.

BACKGROUND
ARC_ESM has supported key stakeholders across Nigeria-including the Federal Ministry of Health, the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Group of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (PMGMAN) and its member companies, as well as state governments in Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, Nasarawa and Ekiti in strengthening pharmaceutical supply chains and promoting sustainable public-private partnerships in health service delivery. ARC_ESM’s delivery over the past years was supported by its partnership with the Gates Foundation for strategic engagement with the Government of Nigeria and the support of the board of directors of the organization for movement from stability to sustainability of the organization.

As part of the ARC_ESM 2.0 Expansion and Knowledge Sharing Agenda, the organization seeks to document its 5-year impact through powerful storytelling and content that is audience-focused, evidence-informed, and media-ready.

SCOPE OF WORK
ARC_ESM is seeking to engage one or more vendors to support its Communications Unit in developing storytelling products that may include (but are not limited to):

  • Short and long-form documentaries capturing field-level impact across target locations
  • Client and beneficiary interviews/testimonials
  • Success stories from partnerships and innovation hubs
  • Project highlight reels showcasing policy impact, private sector engagement, and innovation
  • Visual content for social media, stakeholder reports, and donor engagement
  • Design and editorial support for digital and print publications

Locations of coverage will include:

  • Federal Ministry of Health and Funding Partner Offices, FCT, Nigeria.
  • PMG-MAN Secretariat and member companies in Lagos and Ogun States, Nigeria
  • State governments and stakeholders in Yobe, Kano, Kaduna, Nasarawa and Ekiti.

VENDOR REQUIREMENT
Interested vendors must demonstrate:

  • Proven experience in storytelling, documentary production, and multimedia content development with evidence of at least 2 similar assignments or productions for an international organization, a donor-funded project, or a public/private entity.
  • Capacity to conduct field-based content gathering in multiple Nigerian states
  • Strong visual, editorial, and brand storytelling capabilities
  • Familiarity with the health, supply chain, development or social enterprise sectors is an added advantage
  • Experience in collaborating with multiple partners to develop communication products.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Firms or consortia interested in participating must submit the following:

  • Company profile, including relevant previous work
  • Portfolio of past storytelling/documentary projects (preferably within the development or health sectors)
  • Proposed approach and methodology to delivering on the scope
  • Team composition and biographies of key personnel
  • Indicative budget or pricing structure
  • Evidence of registration and compliance with local regulations

SUBMISSION DEADLINE OR PROCESS
All Expressions of Interest must be submitted electronically in PDF format to (admin@arc-esm.org), copying oobuekwe@arc-esm.org and tkarunwi@arc-esm.org. All submissions must be made before 5pm of Friday, 30 May 2025.

EVALUATION AND NEXT STEPS
Shortlisted vendors will be invited for a follow-up discussion and may be requested to submit a detailed technical and financial proposal. ARC ESM reserves the right to engage multiple vendors based on specialty or geographic coverage.

ARC_ESM looks forward to partnering with visionary storytellers to bring its mission and impact to life through compelling narratives that inspire action and drive sustainable development.

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