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Request for Information - Enterprise Resource Planning Software

Issued by Pathfinder International · via ReliefWeb — Consultancy & RFP notices

Published
7 Sept 2026
Closes
14 Sept 2026
Sector
IT & Telecom
Type
consultancy

Details

DESCRIPTION: Enterprise Resource Planning Software

POSTING DATE: September 7, 2026

Response Require By: September 14, 2026

REFERENCE: Enterprise Resource Planning Software

Background

Pathfinder International operates in more than 12 countries and faces complex operational requirements, supported by diverse funding sources. Our Microsoft Dynamics NAV-based financial management system (Serenic Navigator / Sylogist Mission ERP) was implemented in 2012 and upgraded in 2017. It now requires a major upgrade to O365 Business Central, which would involve significant implementation effort, re-licensing costs, and overall expense. Pathfinder International invites qualified vendors to provide an overview of their offerings.

1. Objective

Pathfinder International is conducting market research to obtain a better understanding of solutions available in the market. We are requesting vendors to provide 45 minute presentations outlining their offerings.

2. Participants

We welcome firms who are able to deliver on the requirements below.

3. Presentation Requirements and Instructions

This RFI aims to assist Pathfinder in developing its requirements and to compile a short-list of potential suppliers with demonstrable technical and financial capabilities who will be invited to a bidding process. The corresponding tender will be subject to Pathfinder’s procurement policies and procedures and is expected to result, in establishment of a contract for the above. Presentations should be limited to 45 minutes. We will use the last 15 minutes for questions. Vendors should highlight any features that set your software apart from others. The presentations should cover the following modules, listed by priority: - Accounting/Finance Module - Asset Management - AP invoice approval and payment workflow - Multi-currency capabilities - Multi-unit consolidation / intercompany capabilities - Non-profit FS prep and integration capability with outside FP&A - Procurement Module and workflow integration with AP - Contract Management/Grant Management - Project Management

- Time Permitting: IT, Timekeeping, and HR modules or integrations

Based on the presentations, Pathfinder will prepare a solicitation and invite vendors to a formal RFP process. How to apply

4. Confirmation of Interest

Interested vendors should email procurement@pathfinder.org regarding their interest to present. The following time slots are available, please list your top 3 options in order of preference.

September 22: 10-11am EST

September 24: 10-11am EST

October 6: 10-11am EST

October 8: 10-11am EST

October 20: 10-11am EST

October 26: 9-10amEST

6. Further information

As this is an RFI, we will not sharing specific technical requirements and/or specifications, rather we are treating this an opportunity to see what is possible. All requests for clarifications should be sent to procurement@pathfinder.org

Context for bidders

We hold 3 notices from Pathfinder International, going back to August 20262 of them still open. They buy mostly in IT & Telecom and Financial & Professional Services. There are 2,679 open IT & Telecom tenders. This one closes in 7 days.

Before you bid on this tender

A quick checklist to help you decide whether to bid and prepare a compliant submission for this it & telecom opportunity. Always verify the details on the official source.

  • Confirm the exact closing date and time (and time zone) on the official portal — deadlines are strict and can be revised by a corrigendum.
  • Read the full notice and every attached document, including the scope, specifications and any bill of quantities or terms of reference.
  • Check the eligibility criteria — prior similar experience, annual turnover, certifications and registrations — and make sure you qualify before investing effort.
  • Prepare any earnest-money deposit (EMD) or bid security and the required formats early; missing or wrongly-formatted documents are a common cause of rejection.
  • Note how bids must be submitted (online or physical), in what format, and whether a digital signature or portal registration is required.
  • Watch for corrigenda and clarifications right up to the deadline — requirements and dates can change.

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