This page brings together different resources that PDM-A has put together to expand buyer knowledge of the local marketplace, as well as PDM-A services. It includes regional market information sheets, PDT’s quarterly newsletter, and various tip sheets to help buyers understand the goods and services available in the Afghan marketplace.
PDM-A's fifth quarterly newsletter includes information about the first-ever Agricultural Forum held in Helmand, a sneak preview of the upcoming Kabul Job Creation Survey, and a section on the supplier impact surveys undertaken in June.
PDM-A's fourth quarterly newsletter highlights the activities of our Peace Dividend Marketplace - Afghanistan project, including the successful Afghan Women First Business Matchmaking Event held in March, results from a discussion paper about the market for bottled water, and news about the consolidation of services from some regional offices to Kabul.
PDM-A’s third quarterly newsletter includes a regional focus on Herat province, sectoral focus on food and beverage processes, contains information about various national events and product exhibitions held in October, and talks about the operational context of doing business in Afghanistan.
PDM-A’s second quarterly newsletter includes a regional focus on Kandahar province, sectoral focus on the construction materials manufacturing sector, contains an article about a $55m success story for Afghan women-owned businesses, and has other market insights.
This is PDM-A’s first quarterly newsletter. It highlights project activities and includes a regional focus on Helmand province, sectoral focus on the construction materials sector, as well as tips for buyers to make local procurement more effective.
This sheet provides background on PDM-A’s mandate, as well as various achievements and results to date. Last updated September 2011.
This sheet outlines the full verification process that Afghan businesses undergo to be registered with PDM-A, and provides our definition of what constitutes and Afghan-owned company. Last updated in September 2011.
PDM-A’s recommendations on the top ten sectors that local goods and services can be purchased in order to support international missions in Afghanistan. Last updated in September 2010.
This is a tip sheet for buyers to help make Afghan First local procurement work. Last updated September 2011.
This is a tip sheet to help them make Afghan First local procurement work, with a special emphasis on military buyers. Last updated September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Kabul province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Kandahar province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Helmand province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Balkh province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Nangarhar province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Herat province. Last updated in September 2011.
A look at the local market composition and PDM-A activities in Nangarhar province. Last updated in September 2011.
PDT encourages the international community to buy AFGHAN FIRST before importing goods and services to carry out project work. This approach doubles the impact of development dollars by creating jobs, generating tax revenue and building business - all of which contribute to peace and stability in Afghanistan.
From 18 March 2012, all tenders will be posted on two new websites:
Visit www.kabul-tenders.org (Opportunities in Kabul & other regions)
OR www.helmand-tenders.org (Opportunities in Helmand)
It’s quick and easy! Create an account to access and download documents. Once you have your username and password, you can view and download tenders anytime OR subscribe to receive notifications via SMS or email.
PDT is eager to help exchange best practices, raise awareness about the importance of buying local and to help facilitate the procurement of goods and services in Afghanistan. If you are interested in partnering with PDT, please contact us at: afghanistan@pdtglobal.org.
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