Request for Proposal (RFP) – Organizational Spend Analysis Consultancy

Country: Netherlands Organization: Netherlands Red Cross Closing date: 20 Sep 2026 All questions from bidders will be registered and shared publicly for transparency and fairness: NLRC RFP 1352_Register of Questions.docx Find the Complete folder TD 2026 1352_ Spend Analysis with all supporting documents including the Terms of Reference and Request for Proposal: NLRC RFP 1352_Spend Analysis.docx Background and purpose Spend analysis is the systematic assessment of historical expenditure data to improve visibility, strengthen compliance and control, and identify risks and opportunities. It provides an overview of organizational spending and supports improved supplier management and more strategic sourcing decisions. The Netherlands Red Cross aims to strengthen its procurement function by enhancing spend visibility, efficiency, compliance, and strategic sourcing. As part of this effort, a revised procurement policy is being introduced, including a new governance model that shifts greater responsibility to requesters, while positioning procurement specialists in a more advisory, risk management, and strategic role. This transition is part of a broader organizational objective to break down silos and harmonize policies, procedures, and ways of working across headquarters, regions, and international operations. Currently, procurement responsibilities are partially centralized, with dedicated procurement specialists supporting international projects. The ambition is to extend this role to provide advisory support organization-wide. A spend analysis is required to support this transition by providing insights into: • Expenditure patterns and transaction profiles • Supplier dependencies and concentration risks • Opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement • Overall visibility of organizational spend across suppliers • Compliance risks, including non-competitive procurement and supplier over-reliance • Opportunities for strengthening procurement strategies, including framework agreements and supplier management • Data-driven decision-making The analysis will also serve to inform and support the implementation of the new procurement policy and governance model. Objectives The objective of this assignment is to: • Provide full visibility over organizational spend • Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements • Advise on tools or approaches to track savings and efficiency gains • Identify procurement risks (e.g. limited competition, lack of compliance, supplier dependency) • Support the development of procurement strategy • Enable data-driven decision-making • Provide a phased roadmap for incremental implementation of identified improvements Scope of work Data analysis • Analyze spend data (invoices, suppliers, procurements) • Assess: • Supplier spend concentration • Number of transactions • Average spend per supplier • Spend by procurement category • Spend by cluster/team and identification of key stakeholders for engagement • Cost categories Process Analysis: • % spend under contract • use of preferred suppliers Risk & opportunity analysis Identify: • supplier dependency risks • fragmentation • inefficiencies • Propose: framework agreements, supplier consolidation Strategic recommendations • Develop actionable recommendations on procurement model, supplier strategy, efficiency • Provide a clear implementation roadmap with phases and timelines • Timeframe: Spend from the last 12-24 months. • Geographical scope: all transactions across the head office in all clusters and regional offices. • Data sources: actual expenditure (invoices) - Exact Financials and filtered on Dagboek 200-isp Facturen - inkoop. Deliverables The consultant will deliver: Spend Analysis Report • Executive summary • Key findings • Risk analysis • Recommendations Spend Dashboard • Supplier spend • Categories • Trends • Main requesters and clusters Road map • Incremental phases • Timelines Presentation of findings • Meeting • Powerpoint Timeline Duration: 8 weeks Scope: Last 12–24 months of spend Draft report in November Final deliverables and presentation session December. The workplan is flexible and can be adapted by the consultant – end of year is preferable. Methodology Quantitative analysis will include: • Supplier spend volume • Number of invoices • Supplier concentration and dependency • Spend by procurement category • Average invoice value Qualitative analysis will include: • % of spend under contract • % spend through preferred suppliers • % of spend under PO’s, etc. Attention should be given to identifying where spending is concentrated across teams and clusters, to prioritize areas with the highest potential for improved compliance, cost savings, and risk mitigation. Consultant profile – required expertise The consultant should have, proven experience in: • spend analysis - mandatory • procurement transformation - preferred • change management - preferred Experience with: • NGOs / humanitarian sector (preferred) • Strong analytical skills (Excel / Power BI) Ability to translate data into actionable insights Ability to translate technical data into plain text for non-expert stakeholders. Languages spoken: Dutch and English (mandatory) How to apply Submission Deadline The proposal shall be submitted before the deadline for reception of applications on the 20th of September 2026. Submission Method • Proposals must be submitted electronically by email at logistics@redcross.nl • Questions can be submitted until 13th of September to logistics@redcross.nl in cc. Bid Format • Email subject must be: TD LOG 2026 1352 – Spend Analysis + [Name of the bidder] • The attachments to be included are described in the next section. • Language: All documents shall be submitted in English. Required Documents • Cover Letter • Curricula Vitae • Technical Proposal and methodology • Financial Proposal (budget with clear breakdown of fee and overheads if applicable) - the maximum amount available is €30.000; • Previous Samples: Applicants must provide at least one, and up to two, samples of previous written work similar to that described in the ToR (such as prior spend analysis), with any sensitive information redacted. • Vendor Registration Form: Bidders are required to complete the [Annex 2: NLRC Vendor Registration Form] and submit all relevant supporting documentation referenced in the form (Administrative checklist, Part 1 and 1.9 Environmental standards). Evaluation Criteria Incomplete applications will not be considered. NLRC appreciates your understanding that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Failure to satisfy all aspects of the tender dossier may lead to the offer being rejected without further reason being given. A round of interviews might take place as part of the selection process. The contract will be awarded to the bidder with the highest total weighted score, based on a combination of quality, compliance, and price. This will be deemed the most economically advantageous offer. Vendor Code of Conduct NLRC is committed to upholding the highest sustainability standards and requirements (ethical, social, environmental and quality) in all our business providing high-quality services and products. Complying with all laws and regulations and ensuring fair competition are fundamental to this commitment. The [NLRC Vendor Code of Conduct - Annex 3], expresses the expectations we hold for all NLRC vendors. The Vendor Code of Conduct outlines the behaviours expected of Vendors who commit to uphold these standards and prevent misconduct. It is legally binding and forms an integral part of the contract between the Vendor and the NLRC. The winning applicants will be requested to sign this Code of Conduct at contract stage. Climate & Environmental Impact The NLRC has signed an environmental charter. As we work towards ensuring that all our operations coincide with this new agreement, we must also demand that any collaborations we have with external parties also falls within the parameters of this charter. Please complete the section 1.9 Environmental standards in the Vendor Registration Form (NLRC_Vendor Registration Form.docx) and provide any additional documents that could illustrate your environmental engagement.