The All-Ukrainian Charitable Organization “CONVICTUS UKRAINE” (hereinafter referred to as the “Organizer”) announces a competitive bidding process (evaluation of price proposals) for services for the organization and conduct of practical training sessions on Basic Life Support (BLS) and Stop The Bleed (STB) (Stop The Bleed) — for project staff working in service centers and employees of the organization
All-Ukrainian Charitable Organization “Convictus Ukraine” is a Ukrainian nongovernmental organization that has been working for over 19 years to expand people’s access to quality medical and social services and comprehensive support. We implement programs in the areas of public health, psychosocial and humanitarian assistance, as well as comprehensive programs for women and girls aimed at preventing and combating gender-based violence, economic empowerment, and capacity building.
Source of funding for the procurement
The tender is being conducted as part of “Consortium ‘Women’s Organizations National Alliance – WONA’ (2026–2028).” The project is being implemented with financial support from the Federal Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Service delivery period: November 2026 – February 2027
Title: “BLS (Basic Life Support)” and STB (Stopping Massive/Critical Bleeding).
Estimated number of trainees: 50 or more (The final number of participants may vary depending on the actual number of registered participants and the project’s organizational needs).
Venue: at partner institutions or in facilities rented by the Organizer.
Training locations: Kyiv, Kharkiv, Ivano-Frankivsk (The Supplier must have the organizational and personnel capacity and be prepared to conduct training in the specified regions).
Payment Terms
Payments shall be made via non-cash transfer. The basic payment terms provide for 100% payment upon completion after the services have been rendered, based on properly executed supporting documents (payment is to be made in installments following the completion of each individual training session).
Pricing and VAT
The Participant may submit a price proposal either with or without VAT in accordance with its tax status. The proposal must clearly state whether the proposed price includes VAT.
Qualification Requirements for the Participant
The Participant must meet the following qualification requirements:
1. Right to conduct business activities. State registration of a legal entity or individual entrepreneur in accordance with Ukrainian law, as confirmed by an extract/statement from the Unified State Register.
2. Possession of the relevant KVED codes allowing for activities related to the subject of the procurement.
3. Confirmed status as an official provider of continuing professional development (CPD) programs, registered in accordance with established procedures, and the ability to issue certificates to participants upon completion of the course.
4. Experience in providing similar services. Experience in providing similar services such as “BLS (Basic Life Support)” and STB (Stopping Massive/Critical Bleeding) over the past 3 (three) calendar years, etc.
5. Ability to fulfill the contract. Possession of the material and technical resources and organizational capacity to fulfill the contract (provide a statement in any format, etc.).
6. Qualified Personnel/Instructors. Engagement of certified BLS and STB instructors who hold valid international or national certificates, as confirmed by copies of certificates and resumes.
7. Supplier Identification. Availability of a website to verify the Participant’s activities (specify the official website and/or official social media page (optional)).
8. Absence of a conflict of interest between the Participant and representatives of the Organization.
9. Electronic document management. The Participant’s readiness to use electronic document management, specifically through the VCHASNO service or an equivalent service that complies with the requirements of Ukrainian law.
Technical requirements for the subject of procurement:
1. Subject of the procurement: Services for organizing and conducting 5 hands-on training sessions on Basic Life Support (BLS) and Stop Massive/Critical Bleeding (STB) in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Ivano-Frankivsk (approximately) for employees of service delivery centers within the project / employees of the Organization.
2. Practical component of training. The training program must primarily consist of a practical format, including practice of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), control of massive bleeding, application of tourniquets, and other basic emergency care skills, with practical assessment of these skills.
3. Format, duration, and number of participants. Training sessions are conducted in a one-day format (approximately 8 hours). Training group: 12 to 15 participants (approximately per day).
4. Event support and logistical support:
Educational, methodological, and technical support for the training sessions provided by the Supplier.
The Supplier provides full instructional and methodological support for the training sessions, including the development and/or adaptation of the curriculum in accordance with BLS and STB standards, the engagement of certified instructors (logistics for trainers and the team), the provision of necessary professional training equipment and materials (mannequins, simulators, horizontal bars, consumables), conducting the training sessions, and issuing certificates to participants upon successful completion of the training.
Organizational and logistical support provided by the Organizer.
The Organizer independently arranges and covers the costs associated with renting the venue for the training, providing meals for participants, and their transportation expenses (if necessary).
5. Valid BLS and STB trainer/instructor certification (verified by resumes/certificates, etc.).
6. Venue and requirements for conducting events: Training sessions may be conducted on-site—with trainers traveling directly to locations specified and approved by the Organizer.
7. Capacity to fulfill the scope of work. The Supplier must have the organizational and resource capacity to respond flexibly to the Organizer’s needs and ensure that the series of training sessions is conducted by February 2027
Composition of the Proposal
The Participant’s bid must be submitted electronically and must include the following documents:
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals that meet all the requirements of this Announcement are subject to evaluation. The Organizer reserves the right to request clarifications that do not alter the substance of the submitted proposal.
Commercial proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Anti-Corruption and General Conditions
The participation of related parties or collusion among participants is prohibited.
The Organizer reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal in accordance with the terms of this Announcement, the principles of fair competition, transparency, and value for money, as well as the Organization’s internal policies and procedures.
Questions and Inquiries
All questions, inquiries, and requests regarding the terms of this competitive bidding process must be submitted exclusively in writing by email to: zakupivli@convictus.org.ua. To ensure equal access to information for all potential participants, the Organizer will not provide clarifications verbally or through other communication channels. Responses to questions will be provided in writing.
Compliance with the Organizer’s Policies
By submitting a commercial proposal, the Participant confirms its agreement that, if selected as the winner of the procurement, it will be obligated to comply with the Organizer’s internal policies and procedures, including policies on ethics and integrity, corruption prevention, conflicts of interest, as well as the policy on the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA/SEA).
The detailed provisions of the relevant policies and the Supplier’s specific obligations are set forth in the contract, which is concluded with the winning bidder.
Right to Cancel the Tender
The Organizer reserves the right to cancel or annul the tender, in whole or in part, at any stage of the process in the event of changes in requirements, funding conditions, force majeure, or other valid reasons.
In such a case, the Organizer shall not be liable for any expenses incurred by the Participants in connection with the preparation and submission of tender proposals, provided that the principles of transparency and good faith are observed.
Deadline for Submission of Proposals
October 21, 2026, by 6:00 p.m. Kyiv time.
Commercial proposals must be submitted electronically (PDF/scan) to the following address:
📧zakupivli@convictus.org.ua
Email subject line: (evaluation of proposals) for services related to the organization and conduct of practical training sessions on Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS)