Global Fishing Watch RFP
Request for Proposal (RFP) - Technology and Data Integration to Strengthen Fisheries Monitoring and Marine Protected Area Management in Montenegro
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Request for Proposal (RFP) - Technology and Data Integration to Strengthen Fisheries Monitoring and Marine Protected Area Management in Montenegro
Consultancy Position: Technology Integration & Workshops for MCS and MPA Enhancement in Montenegro
Deadline: July 15, 2026 • Application global
About Global Fishing Watch
Global Fishing Watch is a global, non-profit organization advancing ocean governance through transparency. We deploy cutting-edge technology, including maps, data, and analytics, to enable research, equitable policy-making, and sustainable ocean management. Our mission is to make human activity at sea plentifully accessible, fostering responsible stewardship of the global ocean commons.
Through open data, satellite monitoring, and partnerships, we combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, support small-scale fisheries, and enhance marine conservation. Our work includes Global Fishing Watch (GFW) Platform, a free, interactive tool that tracks vessel activity worldwide.
Context
Montenegro’s Regulatory Frameworks
Montenegro is advancing its EU accession agenda, with Chapter 13 (Fisheries) provisionally closed in 2025. Key obligations include:
- Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) alignment.
- General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) commitments.
- Protection around Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
- Directorates for Fisheries (DfF) and Monitoring, Control, and Surveillance (MCS) to ensure sustainability and align with Natura 2000 directives ( Birds and Habitats Directives).
Operational Landscape
- Vessel Monitoring System (VMS): All vessels >10m are required to have functioning VMS devices.
- Fisheries Monitoring Center (FMC): Operates 24/7, integrating data into the "Fisheries Information System of Montenegro" (FIS) portal.
- Scope for improvement: Integration of AIS (Automatic Identification System) data, analysis, and GFW technologies could strengthen MCS and MPA enforcement.
Cooperation with GFW
GFW and Montenegro have a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for data sharing and capacity development, including:
- VMS data interoperability with FIS and GFW platform.
- Technical coordination for merging Satellite-AIS and fishing vessel data streams.
This consultancy builds on those efforts, focusing on:
- Deepening technology integration in white flag MCS.
- Redressing data gaps in MPA management.
- Supporting in-country workshops to refine implementation (e.g., Buna River project).
Objectives
Objective 1 – Technology Integration in MCS
Within scenarios for standard operating procedures (SOPs) or redundant processes detect where GFW tools add operational value:
| Scope | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Analysis | VMS data transfer processes, fishing-zone definition, gap analysis |
| Implementation | Developing mechanical gaps that hinder real-time decision-paced viable products |
| Priority Check | Analyze current usage of GIS systems, correlation of AIS/SDA inputs with Fishery data |
| Recommendations | Recommend specific (integration) points and workflows with associated benefits (e.g., early alerts) |
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Deliverables:
- SOPs mapping with sources and choices for adoption.
- Legal pinpoints on data use to harmonize integration.
- Map entry points based on institutional impact, simple wins, or long-term naillons.
Objective 2 – MPA Technology Adoption
Drill into how technology already supports monitoring and identify necessary gaps to:
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Guarantee effective GIS for MPAs (specifically datasets shared with GFW).
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Review ongoing/allocated platforms (e.g., targets/dashboards).
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Analyze current/upcoming innovations (e.g., GAIA, GISvaComplete) to find transferable lessons.
Recommendations must align with:
- Agency ownership responsibilities (e.g., technology decision tools).
- Implementation resources (short-term quick wins, medium-term opportunities, long-term R&D).
- Proposed outcomes (e.g. improved MPA compliance monitoring).
Objective 3 – Facilitate Two Workshops
- MCS and MPA Training (Q3 2026): Focus on effective application of tools
- Buna River MPA Designation (Q4 2026): Characteristics exploration and workshop conduction with goal-centric GFW-enabling facilitation
| Task | Deliverable |
|---|---|
| Concept note | Educational/in-depth design to best facilitate adoption of GFW tools |
| Agendas | Policy-relevant discussions and hands-on practice sessions |
| Written material | Workshop-specific materials to promote success |
Deliverables
1. Work Plan
- Proposed activities, methodology, and detailed timeline for completing this consultancy
2. Draft Report
A. MCS Technology Integration
- Analysis of existing MCS procedures, SOPs (with gaps, and connection points for GFW adoption)
- Institutional map of fosterers for GFW tool adoption.
- Explicit recommendations for task-specific technology
B. MPA Technology Integration
- Technology use in MPA management, designation, monitoring and adjustments
- GIS platform review (strengths, challenges, gaps)
- Audit of existing SOPs/processes for data and tool adaptive practices
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C. Annexes/Gap Matrix
Structured SOP matrix identifying:
- Implementation priorities (quick-win, medium, long-term)
- Recommended integrations points
- Implementation burden indicators
3. Final Report
- A revised comprehensive roadmap for concrete GFW technology integration (checks & balances made transparent)
- Revised SOP recommendations for alignment
4. Presentation
- Online summary of key *findings/recommendations for GFW, peer-view readiness
5. Workshop Support
- Detailed concept notes for workshop organisation
Qualifications Required
Candidates must meet technical and experience criteria:
- Academic or professional background in marine biology, fisheries science, Marine conservation*, or related field
- Familiarity with technologies like Vessel Monitoring System (VMS), GIS/distribution, AIS, and satellite-based tracking systems.
- Understanding of EU CFP, GFCM, and regional fisheries frameworks.
- Knowledge gaps will be reduced via capacity-building, MPA studies, or enforcement work
- Demonstrated success in nation-level Fisheries mapping or protection area reviews
- Proven ability to facilitate stakeholder workshops particularly with government authorities involving technical transfer
Submission Requirements
Candidates are requested to submit:
| Document | Content |
|---|---|
| Cover letter | Justifies the employer’s certification for the consultancy process. |
| Concept/Proposal | Two-page outline detailing regional/stakeholder consultation, timeline |
| Budget | Detailed accounting of how expected results align with financial requirements |
| Timeline | Meet project milestones before submission deadline: July 15 2026 |
Equal Opportunities
Global Fishing Watch encourages inclusion across all dimensions - race, religion, sex, gender identity and more. Disability, vulnerability are reshaped as assets.
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