Job Description

Call for Proposals

Consultancy Services

Development of Sustainable Packaging Innovations for the Tea and Plantation Sector Under the Partnerships and Innovative Financing to Mainstream Biodiversity and Sustainable Land Management in the Wet Zone of Sri Lanka Project

The project seeks to integrate biodiversity conservation and sustainable land management into Sri Lanka's wet zone plantation sector, particularly tea and rubber landscapes. The initiative promotes innovative business models and private-sector partnerships to conserve high biodiversity value ecosystems while enhancing productivity and sustainability.

As part of its innovative financing and value addition strategy, the project is exploring eco-friendly, plant-based packaging solutions, including materials derived from Areca palm and invasive alien species (IAS).

Janathakshan invites proposals from qualified consultants, firms, research institutions, and innovation specialists to design and develop sustainable, plant-based packaging solutions for the tea and plantation sector.

Consultancy Objective

To assess, design, and develop innovative packaging solutions using environmentally friendly materials, including Areca palm leaves and suitable invasive alien species (IAS), with a focus on value-added and artisanal tea products.

Key Tasks

• Develop a comprehensive methodology and work plan aligned with project objectives.
• Assess availability and use of Areca palm leaf materials.
• Evaluate material properties and processing technologies.
• Design and develop prototype packaging solutions (retail, gift, and liquid packaging).
• Identify suitable invasive alien species (IAS) for packaging applications.
• Develop a material catalogue for plant-based packaging solutions.
• Design and prototype innovative products.
• Develop branding and communication materials.
• Prepare training/knowledge-transfer materials for MSMEs.
• Identify potential industry partners for commercialization.

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Methodology and work plan
• Material studies and feasibility reports
• Packaging design concepts and prototypes
• Plant-based material catalogue
• Branding and awareness materials
• Commercialization strategy and partner identification

DURATION

08 months

Required Qualifications

• Applicants should possess advanced degree in design, materials science, environmental science, engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in sustainable materials, product/packaging design, or innovation development.
• Experience working with natural fibres, biomass, or eco-materials.
• Strong research, prototyping, and analytical capabilities.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and private-sector collaboration is an asset.

Submission Requirements

The detailed Terms of Reference can be obtained by submitting an expression of interest to procurement@janathakshan.lk.

How to Apply

• Technical Proposal
• Financial Proposal
• CV(s) of Consultant(s)
• Portfolio of relevant work
• Two professional references

Submission Deadline

22 June 2026

Email Subject: Consultancy Proposal – Sustainable Packaging Innovations

For further information, contact: Pradeep Ranga Kumara, Procurement Focal Point

Tel: 077 335 3464

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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