Electronic Identification (e-ID) Consultant

Request for Proposals

Electronic Identification (e-ID) Consultant - Benin

Digital Impact Alliance | June 2026

About DIAL

The Digital Impact Alliance (DIAL) is a global non-profit, reimagining how data and digital technology can fuel bold, inclusive solutions to society’s toughest challenges — from advancing equality to driving sustainable economic growth and addressing climate change. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in the United States, today we are based across four continents. Our team works at the intersection of research, policy, and practice, equipping leaders with the insights, tools, and resources they need to make informed, forward-thinking decisions that drive real, lasting benefits for people. 

Project Description

Since 2016, Benin has undertaken major structural reforms in the digital and technology sector. Following a comprehensive sector diagnosis, several reforms were launched, notably the adoption of the Digital Code, which strengthened the legal and regulatory framework, particularly regarding personal data protection.

Beyond this major reform, several flagship initiatives have contributed to the digital transformation of public administration, including the Smart Gouv project, whose achievements include the deployment of an interoperability platform, digital identity and electronic payment systems, as well as the National Public Services Portal hosting nearly 300 digitized services.

To further accelerate this momentum, Benin has engaged Digital Impact Alliance (DIAL) to support the development of a Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Roadmap. In this context, Digital Impact Alliance, with funding from the Gates Foundation, is conducting an assessment of the maturity of Benin’s digital identity ecosystem in order to inform the DPI roadmap.

These Terms of Reference are intended for the recruitment of a consultant to support this assessment.

Scope of Work

Objective

The objective of this assignment is to assess the maturity level of Benin’s digital identity ecosystem to:

• Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the ecosystem;
• Analyze existing opportunities and challenges;
• Provide relevant recommendations to strengthen the ecosystem in alignment with the other DPI components (Data Exchange and Digital Payment).

Scope

The recruited consultant will be responsible for:

• In close consultation and collaboration with DIAL, adapting and implementing the “ID Enabling Environment Assessment - IDEEA – Questionnaire” [PDF] to collect a long list of uses cases and completing it, including the following tasks:
  • Conducting a desk review of all the documents related to electronic identification in Benin;
  • Reviewing policy documents, strategies, and analytical reports related to digital identity;
  • Advising on the list of stakeholders;
  • Conducting interviews with relevant stakeholders;
  • Identifying strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities within the ecosystem; and
  • Documenting good practices existing in Benin.
• Analyzing, in coordination with DIAL, the results of the self-assessment already conducted by ASIN (that was using a DIAL tool);
• Providing tailored recommendations;
• Drafting and submitting the final report; and
• Contributing to the DPI Roadmap process by sharing the main findings from the ID Assessment.

Milestones

1. Completion of Parts I and II of the IDEEA Questionnaire.
2. Completion of Part III of the IDEEA Questionnaire.
3. Completion of the final report.
4. Contributing to the DPI Roadmap.

Deliverables

The following table reflects the anticipated deliverables and schedule required for this project.  Respondents may suggest amendments as part of their proposals, for approval prior to contracting.

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Deliverables/Outputs

Estimated Completion Date / Working days

Acceptance criteria

1

IDEEA Questionnaire: Parts I and II

31 Aug 2026 /

10 days

Data collected and analysis

2 

IDEEA Questionnaire: Part III

15 Sept 2026 /

10 days

Data collected and analysis

3

Based on the IDEEA Questionnaire results, the final deliverable is a maturity assessment report on Benin’s digital identity ecosystem, including findings, analysis and recommendations.

30 Sept 2026 /

10 days

Final report should include recommendations on ID Governance framework, verifiable credentials and strategy adoption, safeguard considerations and uses cases and roadmap

4

Contribution to the DPI roadmap

31 Oct 2026 /

10 days

Findings are aligned with expectations and requirements from the DPI roadmap process and accepted by the DPI roadmap process lead

Languages

All deliverables shall be submitted in French, as they are primarily intended for national stakeholders and government counterparts in Benin. Each deliverable shall have an executive summary in English. Working language for coordination, meetings and exchanges with DIAL shall be English.

Period of Performance

Work will start on or around August 1, 2026, and should be completed by November 13, 2026. During this time, DIAL anticipates a close working relationship with the chosen consultant.

Location

Based in Benin.

Profile of the ideal consultant

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Information Systems, Digital Transformation, or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of general experience in digital transformation, including at least 5 years of specific experience in digital identity systems.

Please note that we are accepting applications from individual consultants and will not be considering applications from organizations.

The consultant must demonstrate:

• Proven experience conducting assessments, stakeholder consultations, and producing high-quality analytical reports;
• Strong familiarity with digital identity frameworks and assessment tools, particularly the ID4D/IDEEA methodology or equivalent (GovStack, MOSIP, etc.);
• Experience working in Sub-Saharan Africa or emerging market contexts, with knowledge of the associated institutional and governance dynamics;
• French C2 (mastery) — mandatory for all stakeholder interviews, workshops and local documentation;
• English C1 (advanced) — required for report writing, DIAL coordination and international documentation;
• Experience and ability to engage effectively with government counterparts, development partners, and technical teams.

Submissions

Please submit the following materials in BambooHR by 5:00 PM WAT on July 13, 2026:

• CV/resume
• Brief work proposal and summary of qualifications (no more than five pages), including cost estimate for 40 days of work; kindly provide a daily rate
• At least two professional references (past clients or colleagues)

You may reach out to info@dial.global with any questions about this Request for Proposals (RFP).

Intent and Disclaimer

This RFP is made with the intent to identify a consultant to deliver results as described in this RFP. Issuance of this RFP does not obligate DIAL to award a resulting contract and any costs incurred in preparation of a proposal is the sole responsibility of the respondent.

In submitting a proposal, the respondent certifies that information contained therein is truthful and accurate to the best of the respondent’s ability. Should any information later be found to not be in-line with this certification, DIAL reserves the right to terminate any resulting contract(s) and/or select an alternative contractor. DIAL assumes it can be confident in the Consultant’s ability to deliver the product(s) and/or service(s) proposed in response to this RFP.

Evaluation Process

DIAL will review all written proposals and may request a phone or in-person interview and/or updated submission to address questions or provide clarification.