Series: ADB Business Outreach Activities 14th Business Opportunities Fair 2026 21 to 24 September 2026 ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., Manila time The ADB BOF is a one-stop forum for consultants, consulting firms, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and civil society organizations looking to provide goods, works, and services for ADB and ADB-financed projects. Organized since 2009, it has proven to be an excellent opportunity to network not only with peers in the industry, but also with ADB specialists in the Energy, Transport, Water and Urban Development (WUD), Agriculture, Food, Nature, and Rural Development (AFNR), Public Sector Management and Governance (PSMG), Finance, Digital, and Human and Social Development (HSD) sectors, as well as specialists from the following thematic areas, namely, Climate Change, Environment, Safeguards, Gender, Fragility and Engagement, and Regional Cooperation and Integration and Trade. Networking among participants Participants were invited to utilize the following ADB networking groups on the LinkedIn platform to connect and communicate with other relevant professionals and prospective BOF participants. ADB Consultants Network (LinkedIn) ADB Suppliers Network (LinkedIn) A participants’ networking lounge was available on 22–23 September. It provided a venue for participants to meet and engage in face-to-face introductions and information exchange, as well as explore potential areas of cooperation. Objectives During the event, participants had the opportunity to: meet with ADB staff in procurement, consulting, project management, and related operations. meet with ADB sector specialists. network with other consulting firms, contractors, and suppliers. hear presentations on how to qualify for ADB-financed contracts. discover what business opportunities are available and where. At the end of the event, participants have: discovered the advantages of ADB-financed contracts. received an inside look at ADB's policies and procedures for the procurement of goods and works, the recruitment of consultants, and the engagement of NGOs and civil society organizations. learned how to locate business opportunities. learned the best practices to prepare responsive bids and proposals. received first-hand information on contracting opportunities by sector currently available under ongoing ADB-financed projects, and upcoming ADB pipeline projects. explored areas of cooperation with other BOF participants. Important documents General information guide BOF FAQs Hotel listing and contacts Code of Conduct Program and Learning Materials 21 September 2026 Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) Materials will be uploaded once available after the event. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Event Coordinator/s Marie Charmaine Yuson Clarissa Santos Jhoanna Quimson ADB Organizer/s Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department Read Also Business Opportunities Outreach Website MAIN PAGE: ADB Business Outreach Activities ADB Event Webpage ADB Business Center Topics ADB Administration and Governance Finance