Aiming to assess the baseline and test the initial assumptions for an ongoing project, the National Democratic Institute (NDI) in Moldova seeks to contract a research vendor that would carry out one national survey in the Republic of Moldova. 

Description of the assignment

NDI wants to explore citizen’s perceptions and attitudes towards a series of issues, as well as to understand particular views and preferences of different categories of population. The survey shall allow analysis according to the following categorization: urban/rural population, age categories, geographic areas (North, Center, South), language, income. 

NDI considers two methods for conducting the national survey: online panel surveys and computer-assisted telephone interviews (CATI).

Interested opinion research companies should request the full list of technical requirements for both options and the bidding form, via email tharitonova@ndi.org 

Timeline of the assignment

The survey is expected to be conducted in the period April - May 2021. The exact timeline will be discussed and finalized with the successful bidder.

Eligibility criteria for vendors

• Officially registered legal entity with full capacity to act. 
• At least 5 years of experience in conducting surveys and opinion research
• Previous experience in working with NDI or other international organizations will be considered an asset.
• Companies with international presence are encouraged to apply.

Requested documents

All proposals should indicate the research firm’s qualification to conduct the component or components it is bidding on. Please fill in all relevant fields in the bidding form, including cost per unit. 

In addition to the information requested in the bidding form, your proposal should also include the following information:

• General information about your firm;
• A list of previous clients;
• Statement of previous experience in conducting the type of research included in your proposal;
• A description of the management (including quality control measures) and field team qualifications for this project.

Submission deadline and contact information

The vendors can request clarifications regarding this assignment until April 4, 2021, by writing to tharitonova@ndi.org. All clarifications will be provided solely via email.

The deadline for submitting proposals is April 9, 2021. Early submissions are welcomed. 

About NDI Moldova

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in government. 

Since 2013 in Moldova, NDI’s program activities focus on training activists to communicate regularly about the process and substance of policy initiatives that address citizen concerns. NDI is also assisting multi-party networks of elected local  officials in advocacy initiatives with national leaders. These grassroots advocacy efforts draw attention to problems shared by different  municipalities and promote transparency, citizen input and accountability. NDI has also supported nonpartisan groups in promoting the integrity of elections through monitoring and advised youth initiatives on solving community problems and increasing the turnout of young voters. In addition, NDI is integrating into all programs an effort to address the underrepresentation of women in political life.