Supplying IT equipment to support two public employment centers in Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Posted July 29, 2026
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About this opportunity
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is procuring a supplier to equip and furnish two new One-Stop Shop Public Employment Services (PES) Centres in Erbil and Dohuk, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The winning company will handle the supply, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, and after-sales support of all IT equipment, office furniture, networking infrastructure, and communication systems for both locations. The work must be completed by 27 August 2026. This procurement is part of the ILO's project "Promoting Employment and Employability among Refugees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) and Host Communities focusing on Women, PWDs, and Youths in Northern Iraq." The project aims to integrate marginalized groups, including refugees, IDPs, host communities, women, and youth, into decent jobs. It focuses on evidence-based policies, strengthened employment services, work-based learning, and skills development, with a particular emphasis on green jobs and green enterprise development. The One-Stop Shop concept means jobseekers can access multiple employment-related services from a single location. This reduces transaction costs and improves service efficiency. The centres will offer job matching, career counselling, vocational guidance, labour market information, entrepreneurship support, referrals to skills development programmes, social protection information, and employer services. The supplier must deliver a complete, operational, and fully equipped centre that can begin operating immediately upon completion. The ILO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that sets international labour standards, promotes rights at work, encourages decent employment opportunities, and enhances social protection. It operates in over 100 countries and works with governments, employers, and workers to advance social justice and fair globalization. This procurement is one of many ILO projects that strengthen public employment services in post-conflict and developing regions. Working in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq involves navigating a unique environment. Erbil and Dohuk are the two largest cities in the region, with Erbil serving as the capital. The region has a semi-autonomous government and a developing economy. The climate is hot and dry in summer, with mild winters. International contractors should be prepared for security protocols and logistical considerations common to working in Iraq. The cost of living is relatively low compared to Western countries, but the security situation requires careful planning and local knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Supply and deliver all IT equipment, office furniture, and furnishings to both the Erbil and Dohuk locations.
- Install ICT equipment and networking infrastructure at both sites to support digital employment services.
- Set up communication systems, customer service equipment, and training facilities.
- Conduct functional testing of all installed equipment and systems.
- Rectify any defects before the handover to the ILO team.
- Provide training to ILO staff on the use of the installed equipment and systems.
- Deliver comprehensive after-sales support, including warranty maintenance and ongoing technical assistance.
- Produce delivery notes, equipment inventory, asset registers, warranty certificates, user manuals, and maintenance schedules.
- Submit a final accomplishment report upon completion of the assignment.
Benefits
- Full contract payment made upon complete and successful supply and installation of all equipment, to the satisfaction of the ILO team.
- Opportunity to work with a major UN agency on a development project in Iraq.
- Long-term engagement potential through warranty and after-sales service requirements.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Legal registration as a company or organization.
- Tax compliance with relevant authorities.
- At least five years of experience in similar supply and installation work.
- Proven track record of completing similar assignments for government agencies, UN organizations, or development partners.
- Availability of qualified engineers to handle installation and commissioning.
- Manufacturer authorization for the equipment supplied, where applicable.
- Demonstrated financial capacity to undertake the assignment.
- Local maintenance capability to provide ongoing support after installation.
- Ability to confirm the delivery duration for supplies to the dedicated sites.
How to Apply
- Prepare your financial application using the attached Annex-E, which contains the unpriced Bill of Quantities (BOQ). Ensure it is signed and stamped.
- Submit your application through the Jaggaer platform, the ILO's procurement system.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
Ready to start your application?
Submit your materials before the official deadline.
Verify all official guidelines and eligibility criteria directly with the host institution before submitting. Prepare your transcript evaluation, referee letters, and motivational statement early to avoid deadline bottleneck delays.
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Selection Committee Priorities
- •Academic/Professional Alignment: Ensure your statement explicitly ties your past work in to Organization's strategic goals.
- •Leadership Evidence: Selection panels heavily weigh demonstrated initiative, community impact, or research output.
- •Financial & Language Prerequisites: Confirm if Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificates can substitute for formal standardized language test fees.




