Research services for sustainable food system modelling in Africa.
The European Commission's Directorate-General for Research and Innovation (RTD) is procuring research and development services to model pathways for a sustainable and agroecological transition of food systems in Africa. The project aims to develop quantitative models and scenarios that support policy-making for food system transformation, focusing on agroecology, sustainability, and resilience. Key deliverables include a modelling framework, data collection, stakeholder engagement, and policy recommendations. The contract is expected to have a duration of 36 months with an estimated value between €1 million and €10 million. Bidders must demonstrate expertise in food system modelling, agroecology, and African contexts, with a multidisciplinary team including economists, agronomists, and data scientists.