USAID Vietnam Innovation Ecosystem
ID: USAID-Vietnam-Innovation-Ecosystem-PreSOLType: Presolicitation
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/VIETNAMHANOI, VNM

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All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d7852aeeddc34a0c8c7a638f29b07826/view
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is preparing to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the "Vietnam Innovation Ecosystem" activity, aimed at supporting Vietnamese growth-oriented businesses in leveraging innovative technologies associated with the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The primary objectives of this initiative include improving the business enabling environment for technology commercialization, strengthening the innovation ecosystem, and enhancing the capabilities of the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s National Innovation Center. This procurement is significant as it aligns with Vietnam's National Strategy on the Fourth Industrial Revolution through 2030, facilitating economic growth through innovation. The RFP is anticipated to be released in December 2024, and interested parties should monitor www.sam.gov for updates, as the procurement is subject to internal approvals and funding availability. For further inquiries, contact Patrick Kollars at pkollars@usaid.gov or Van Trinh at vantrinh@usaid.gov.

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    Patrick Kollars
    pkollars@usaid.gov
    Van Trinh
    vantrinh@usaid.gov
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is preparing to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a five-year contract focused on the “Vietnam Innovation Ecosystem.” This initiative aims to support Vietnamese businesses in leveraging innovative technologies associated with the Fourth Industrial Revolution, aligned with Vietnam's National Strategy on the Fourth Industrial Revolution through 2030. The primary objectives of the project are to enhance the business environment for technology commercialization, strengthen the innovation ecosystem, and develop the capabilities of the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s National Innovation Center. The RFP will be opened for full and open competition, with a planned release in December 2024 on www.sam.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor this website for updates, as the procurement is contingent on internal approvals and available funding. This announcement serves as a notice rather than a formal RFP and does not obligate the government to proceed with proposals or contracts.
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