Welcome to NCDconnect, your Digital Procurement Platform for essential medicines and medical devices against noncommunicable diseases (NCD). Signing up is straightforward, and this guide will help you complete the process with ease.
For visual assistance, check out the step-by-step videos on our NCDconnect YouTube channel.
Who can Use NCDconnect’s Digital Procurement Platform?
NCDconnect is designed for organisations procuring medicines and medical devices to support noncommunicable disease (NCD) care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs).
Eligible organisations include (but are not limited to):
- Ministries of Health
- Central Medical Stores
- Private entities
- (International) Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
To verify the eligibility of the countries you serve, consult the World Bank Country Classification for LMICs.
What Documents Do You Need to Register?
Before starting the process, ensure you have the following ready:
- Business Registration Certificate
- License from health authorities permitting the handling and distribution of medical products
- GMP/GDP certificate or the health authority license for the consignee’s warehouse
In exceptional cases, certain organisations may be exempted from providing some of these documents. If you believe your organisation qualifies for an exemption, please contact the NCDconnect support team for guidance.
How to Sign Up on NCDconnect
The registration process involves two quick steps:
- Creating an individual account
- Registering your organisation account
Don’t worry—it’s simpler than it sounds! Let’s walk through it step by step.
Step 1: Create Your Individual Account
- Visit the NCDconnect Sign-in page.
- Click Sign Up.
- Fill in your Username, Email address, and agree to the Terms & Conditions.
- Click Sign Up, and check your email for an activation link.
- Open the activation link and create a password for your account.
Congratulations, your individual account is ready!
Step 2: Register Your Organisation Account
- Go to the Platform Sign-in page and log in with your newly created credentials.
- Once logged in, hover over your username at the top-right corner and click Account Area.
- A form will pop up—fill in your organisation details and upload the required documents.
- Submit the form.
Our team will review your submission, and you’ll receive a confirmation email once your organisation account is approved.
What’s Next? Explore NCDconnect for Simplified Medicines Procurement
With both accounts set up, you’re ready to access a comprehensive portfolio of medicines and medical devices to support your organisation’s NCD procurement needs.
For more support:
- Visit our FAQs.
- Watch our detailed YouTube video guides.
- Or contact our team at ncd@idafoundation.org.