R & D Consulting Limited
R & D Consulting Limited (RDCL) is a research-driven consulting firm providing tailored solutions to businesses, government agencies, NGOs, and development partners. The company specializes in research, development, training, innovation, and strategic advisory services, promoting evidence-based decision-making and sustainable growth.
Registered with the Office of the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (Reg. # C-200093/2025) under the Companies Act (Act XVIII) of 1994, dated 23 January 2025 as a limited company in Bangladesh.
RDCL has earned recognition and accreditations from respected institutions including the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank, NGOs, INGOs, and government agencies. RDCL is committed to advancing technical excellence to global standards while strengthening Bangladesh’s development initiatives.
VISION
To be a leading consulting firm recognized globally for excellence in research, strategic insights and transformative solutions.
MISSION
To empower organizations through cutting-edge research, data-driven strategies, and innovative consulting solutions that address complex challenges and create sustainable impact.
SLOGAN
“Strategic Thinking, Proven Outcomes.”
CORE VALUES
Here are some core values that would align well with RDCL’s focus on research-driven solutions, innovation, and strategic growth:
1. Integrity – Commitment to honesty, transparency, and ethical practices in all research and consulting activities.
2. Excellence – Pursuit of the highest standards in research methodologies, strategic recommendations, and client deliverables.
3. Innovation – Emphasis on creative problem-solving and the development of cuttingedge, evidence-based solutions.
4. Collaboration – Strong belief in the power of partnerships, both within the firm and with clients, to achieve impactful outcomes.
5. Impact-Driven – Focus on creating meaningful, measurable change for businesses, government agencies, and non-profits.
6. Adaptability – Flexibility to navigate complex environments and evolving client needs with agile, tailored approaches.
7. Evidence-Based Decision Making – Dedication to data-driven insights, ensuring recommendations are grounded in robust research and analysis.
8. Client-Centric Approach – Prioritizing the unique goals and challenges of each client, fostering long-term, trusted relationships.
9. Diversity and Inclusion – Valuing diverse perspectives and fostering inclusive environments both internally and in client engagements.
10. Sustainability – Commitment to promoting sustainable practices within RDCL and in the strategies developed for clients.
Key Sectors
The firm offers services in the following sectors:
AGRICULTURAL, FISHERIES & LIVESTOCK
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Policy and planning;
- Research, extension, training including production, processing/post-harvest management, storage, transportation, marketing, and agribusiness support; and
- Feasibility studies, design and supervision, project management, Pest Risk Analysis
- (PRA), baseline survey, in-depth, mid-term, endline, & impact evaluation.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Policy and planning;
- Research, extension, training including production, processing/post-harvest management, storage, transportation, marketing, and agribusiness support; and
- Feasibility studies, design and supervision, project management, Pest Risk Analysis
- (PRA), baseline survey, in-depth, mid-term, endline, & impact evaluation.
Social Development
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Cooperatives and NGOs;
- Rural and urban landscapes;
- Empower marginalized groups, particularly women;
- Autistic, old-home and Diasbale;
- Feasibility studies, land aquision planning (LAP), resettelement action plan (RAP), design and supervision, project management, gender action plan (GAP), baseline survey, in-depth, mid-term, endline, & impact evaluation; and
- Preservation of archaeological sites and world heritage landmarks.
Forest & Environment
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA);
- Environmental Management Plan (EMP);
- Forest Resource Management, Monitoring, and Assessment;
- Climate Changes & Adaptations;
- Air dispersion modeling;
- GIS and MIS, land use mapping, assessment and monitoring of afforestation and reforestation
- Training, research, policy formulation, project design, management and implementation;
- Feasibility studies, project management, design and supervision, baseline survey, in-depth, mid-term, endline, & impact evaluation
POWER & ENERGY
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Coal, Oil, Gas, Power, Energy, LNG, and LPG sectors;
- Generation, transmission, and distribution;
- Policy formulation, planning, management, and master plan preparation;
- Gas/energy and electricity efficiency improvement and reduction of loss;
- Smart Prepaid Gas/Electricity Meter design, supervision, testing, installation and commissioning;
- Pre/feasibility study, project design, management and supervision, capacity building, FEED, pipeline and automation, M&E, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Design, development, and implementation of information management systems;
- Customization tailored SCADA and ERP solution;
- Financial accounting, inventory management, and payroll administration;
- Complete IT/ICT support and network management services including DC, DRC, AI, IOT, & Robotic, etc;
- Web system development including SRS design and software creation;
- Transforming raw data and information into actionable knowledge; and
- Online data collection design and real-time monitoring
PORTS AND RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Rural infrastructure (rural roads, culverts/bridge, dam, building infrastructure, etc.);
- Shipping, river & sea ports, harbors, and airport; and
- Feasibility studies, policy planning and strategy formulation, design of infrastructure, bid design/develop and evaluation, construction project management and supervision, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORT
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Urban infrastructure such as roads (highway & expressway), railways network (metrorail & rail), bridge, culvert, overpass, flyover, underpass, passenger station, terminal building, tunnel; and
- Feasibility studies, policy planning and strategy formulation, design of infrastructure, bid design/ develop and evaluation, construction project management and supervision, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
WATER RESOURCE, WATER SUPPLY & SANITATION
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Water resource management, water supply, and sanitation;
- Water distribution network modeling;
- Sewerage & drainage system and waste water treatment;
- GIS Modeling, and river basin management planning;
- Erosion/Sediment control planning, Hydrologic and Hydraulic analysis, Irrigation systems, Flood control & drainage system planning, and water quality study and management;
- Agriculture and irrigation, fishery and aquaculture, fish reservoirs, fish passes infrastructure;
- Feasibility study, policy planning & formulation, project management and supervision, capacity building, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
HEALTH AND POPULATION
Core Areas of Expertise:
- Population and primary health care services;
- Maternal care, nutritional support, and family planning;
- Feasibility study, capacity building, policy planning & formulation, project management and supervision, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
ECONOMIC & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Core ares of Expertise:
- Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) services;
- Macro and microfinance including fiscal management, public finance, and policy formulation, capacity-building, & good governance practices, etc.
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Micro Entrepreneurs development;
- Trade and commerce, land port & border management including policy, rules, regulations, and agreement, etc.;
- Feasibility study, human resource development, project management and supervision, baseline, mid-line, endline and impact evaluation, etc.
COMPETENCY-BASEDTRAINING MATERIALS DEVELOPMENT
Core areas of Expertise:
- Develop Occupational Competency Standards (CS) for different occupations of diverse sectors.
- Develop curricula for Competency Based Training (CBT)
- Develop Competency-Based Learning Materials (CBLM)
- Develop Competency Skills Logbook (CSLB)
- Develop training assessment tools for diverse occupations
- Develop training manual for industry/enterprise/skills upgradation.
- Translate books and materials (English to Bangla and vice versa).
TRAINING AND WORKSHOP
Core areas of Expertise:
- Facilitate Training of Trainers (ToT) on Basic instructional skills.
- Facilitate Training of Trainers (ToT) on Soft Skills.
- Facilitate Training of Trainers on occupational skills.
- Facilitate training on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
- Courses on development, social change, social mobilization and community participation, group dynamics and counseling, motivation and leadership.
- Human and skills development courses on income generation, health and agricultural aspects
- Training workshop on project planning and management, and monitoring, supervision, evaluation and reporting in development communication
- Training on interpersonal and mass media communication, counselling techniques, media, messages and materials development
- Organize workshops, seminars, conferences and public relations activities.
GENDER BALANCE, SENSITIVITY AND DEVELOPMENT
Core areas of Expertise:
- Assess and evaluate gender sensitivity in planning, management and implementation of development programs and develop pragmatic strategies
- Assess women’s participation in development, especially in education and training, health, poverty alleviation and rural development and develop strategies
- Plan and develop strategy for promoting Adolescent Family Life Education (AFLE)
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Core areas of Expertise:
- Assess and evaluate institutional, administrative and financial management capabilities of various organizations
- Assist government and private enterprises in identifying management needs
- Develop and provide appropriate training programs for human resource development
- Design development projects and develop Management Information System (MIS)