REDACTED AID-OAA-M-17-00003 Limited Sources Justification Approved
ID: AID-OAA-M-17-00003_JustificationType: Justification
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Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID M/OAAWASHINGTON, DC, 20523, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7a2df9ff7d574f12a66d9f3347639553/view
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    The Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a limited sources justification for procurement under the title "REDACTED AID-OAA-M-17-00003." This opportunity involves professional support services categorized under the PSC code R499, which indicates a focus on other professional services. Such services are critical for advancing USAID's international development objectives and ensuring effective program implementation. Interested parties can reach out to Devon Walker at dewalker@usaid.gov for further details regarding this procurement opportunity.

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    Devon Walker
    dewalker@usaid.gov
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