The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), part of the IT Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), is seeking qualified training providers or consortia to manage and deliver its “InnovEgypt” capacity-building program. This unique program is designed to equip university students and recent graduates in ICT-related fields with essential skills in innovation, design thinking, and entrepreneurship, preparing them to launch startups or excel in the corporate world.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) for Training Providers
- For: Training companies or consortia with expertise in innovation and entrepreneurship
- Key Benefits: Contract to deliver training across 19+ locations in Egypt, reaching thousands of students
- Application Deadline: June 13, 2026, at 09:00 PM
- Location: Egypt (Blended delivery: On-site and Online)
Program Overview
InnovEgypt 2026 follows a blended learning approach consisting of 45 total hours. The program is structured into three parts:
- Part 1: 5-hour pre-course self-study.
- Part 2: 12-hour interactive face-to-face training (2 days).
- Part 3: 15-hour interactive online training (3 days). Additionally, participants complete 13 hours of self-study and assignments. The curriculum covers Innovation Management, Design Thinking deep dives integrated with AI, and Entrepreneurship essentials like the Business Model Canvas (BMC).
Key Benefits for Selected Providers
- Regional Reach: Opportunity to deliver training in four geographic zones covering Greater Cairo, Upper Egypt, the Delta, and Canal regions .
- Large Scale Impact: Each training camp hosts between 60 to 80 students, with dozens of camps planned through March 2027.
- Professional Exposure: Partnering with TIEC/ITIDA, the primary government entities driving Egypt’s ICT innovation ecosystem.
- Comprehensive Scope: Responsibility for end-to-end delivery including marketing, content preparation, online platform management, and student certification.
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
TIEC will evaluate proposals based on a 100-point technical score, requiring a minimum of 70 points to qualify for financial evaluation.
- Company Experience (5 points): Proven track record in delivering innovation and entrepreneurship programs.
- Course Content (20 points): Clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposed materials to meet learning objectives.
- Trainer Qualifications (20 points): Trainers must have at least 7 years of experience. Coaches require 10 years of experience.
- Learning Design (20 points): Balance of online vs. offline interaction and frequency of practical assignments.
- Management Plan (15 points): Suitability of the execution plan and proposed software/tools, including a Learning Management System (LMS).
Key Dates and Schedule
- Pre-proposal Q&A Conference (Online): May 21, 2026, at 02:00 PM.
- Deadline for Clarification Requests: June 4, 2026.
- Deadline for Proposal Submission: June 13, 2026, at 09:00 PM.
- Implementation Period: July 2026 – March 2027.
How to Apply
Proposals must be submitted in a single email with the subject line InnovEgypt/[INSERT COMPANY NAME] to the following addresses: morashad@tiec.gov.eg, Nahel@tiec.gov.eg, and aagamy@tiec.gov.eg.
The email must contain two separate zipped folders:
- Technical Offer: Including company profile, trainers’ CVs, proposed curriculum, and management plan.
- Financial Offer: Detailed pricing per camp for the specific zones applied for, inclusive of all taxes.
About TIEC
The Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC) is an initiative by the IT Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) aimed at driving ICT innovation in Egypt. Since its launch in 2010, TIEC has acted as a regional hub, providing knowledge and financial support to entrepreneurs to fuel national economic growth.
Learn More: TIEC Official Website
