Brokerage Account Services
ID: 77344425R0006Type: Special Notice
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UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATIONUNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATIONOFFICE OF ACQUISITIONWashington, DC, 20527, USA

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Securities and Commodity Contracts Intermediation and Brokerage (5231)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: FINANCIAL (R710)

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    The United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is seeking qualified brokerage firms to provide brokerage account services for publicly traded securities. The primary objective is to facilitate the sales and trading of securities, particularly in emerging markets such as India, Brazil, and Mexico, while ensuring compliance with DFC's capital planning strategy. This opportunity is crucial as DFC may hold or receive publicly traded securities through its investment activities, necessitating experienced brokerages licensed in various global markets. Interested entities are encouraged to submit their proposals at any time during the twelve-month notice period, with submissions reviewed on a rolling basis. For inquiries, contact Michael Pasquella at michael.pasquella@dfc.gov or Melissa Hergenrader at melissa.hergenrader@dfc.gov.

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    The document outlines the status of various global brokerage region pools in relation to government contracts. It specifies that North America, Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and Central America are all listed as "Open," indicating that contractors are welcome to submit proposals for consideration in these regions. Conversely, no regions are currently marked as "Closed," meaning there are no restrictions on submissions at this time. This document serves to inform potential contractors about where they can actively participate in the bid process, facilitating the acquisition of services in government procurement across multiple international markets. The structure is straightforward, presenting the regions and their statuses clearly.
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