International Potato Center (CIP), in partnership with the government of India, has received cabinet approval for the construction and operation of the CIP South Asia Regional Center (CSARC) outside of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. CSARC will be a state-of-the-art agriculture research center that will be a regional leader for research and development of root and tuber crops. The CSARC build will include considerations for how the center will grow in staff, laboratories, and capabilities over time. The National Horticulture Board (NHB) is the responsible authority for the construction competition and the build, with CIP acting as the key stakeholder and future operator.
Proposals must address all elements outlined in the Terms of Reference. Proposals that do not comply with the requirements specified in the call for proposals may be rejected. All companies interested in participating and seeking clarification of this document must send their questions via email to CIP no later than January 23, 2026