Series: ADB Business Outreach Activities Procurement Training for Indian Contractors 7 August 2026 ADB undertakes Business Opportunities Seminars (BOS) in its member countries to improve the interest and capability of eligible suppliers, contractors, and consultants to locate ADB business opportunities, prepare high-quality and responsive bids, and understand ADB’s procurement procedures. These activities benefit ADB-financed projects across developing member countries by enhancing competition and promoting market offers that deliver optimal value for money. Program and Learning Materials 7 August 2026 Session / Activity Title Speaker(s) Presentations ADB Business Opportunities This gives an overview of ADB procurement opportunities, processes, and upcoming project pipelines. Stephane Bessadi Presentations Understanding ADB Procurement Directive 2026 to Prepare Competitive Bids This gives an overview of key updates to ADB's 2026 Procurement Directive and their impact on competitive bidding. Anita Kumari Presentations Successful International Open Competitive Bidding This gives practical guidance on preparing competitive and compliant bids for ADB-financed international procurement opportunities. Stephane Bessadi 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 Related Full Agenda ADB Organizer/s Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department Read Also Business Opportunities Outreach Website MAIN PAGE: ADB Business Outreach Activities ADB Business Center ADB Business Center LinkedIn Photo Gallery Topics ADB Administration and Governance Finance