Environmental and Social Technical Assistance

The U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC) issued an IDIQ solicitation (77344426R0005) for Environmental and Social (E&S) Support Services, clarifying proposal requirements. Key points include a strict 30-page limit for technical proposals, with all submitted resumes counting towards this limit. While there's no page limit per resume, they must fit within the overall 30-page constraint. Offerors are advised to present past performance qualifications by including contract value, duration, scope, client name, and performance outcome. CVs are not mandatory but can be included within the 30-page technical proposal to demonstrate experience. Any pages or technical appendices exceeding the 30-page limit will not be evaluated, emphasizing the need for concise presentations of capabilities and experience.

The IDIQ Price Workbook outlines the Independent Government Cost Estimate for a contract spanning a base year and four option years, totaling $223,128.00. The base year (06-01-2026 to 05-31-2027) is estimated at $24,792.00, with each subsequent option year costing $49,584.00. The cost breakdown primarily attributes expenses to

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Office of Development Policy (ODP) seeks an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an Environmental & Social (E&S) consulting firm. The firm will provide on-demand E&S advisory services to support DFC's E&S Risk Management Team across various transactions. Services include E&S screening, due diligence, monitoring, client support, and specialized thematic and sector-specific E&S expertise. The contractor must align with DFC's 2024 Environmental and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP), International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards (2012), and other applicable international good practices and U.S. Government requirements. The contract will be for a five-year ordering period, with task orders issued on a Labor Hour and/or Firm Fixed Price basis. The selected firm must demonstrate experience with Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) or Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and provide qualified personnel, including Senior E&S Specialists, E&S Specialists, and Subject Matter Experts. Travel, both domestic and international, may be required, and all deliverables must meet DFC's quality and accessibility standards.

Amendment 0001 to Solicitation 77344426R0005 revises several sections of the original solicitation. Key changes include the removal of specific FAR clauses (52.219-9, 52.219-13, 52.219-14, 52.216-27, 52.219-31), a revision to the order limitation in FAR 52.219-19 increasing the combination of items to $12,500,000.00, and updates to the Addendums for FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-2. Additionally, the Price Workbook and the Statement of Work have been revised, and the bids due date has been extended from May 21, 2026, to June 4, 2026. The period of performance is established from June 15, 2026, to May 14, 2031.

This DFC addendum outlines instructions for offerors submitting proposals for a federal government contract, detailing submittal requirements, evaluation factors, and award decisions. Key aspects include an Industry Day on April 30, 2026, electronic quote submissions, and a deadline for questions three business days after the Industry Day. Proposals must include specific contract documents, a price spreadsheet with a narrative, past performance narratives (up to five, within the last five years), and a comprehensive technical proposal (not exceeding 30 pages) covering approach, corporate experience, key personnel, quality assurance, and an example task scenario. Evaluation will consider Price, Past Performance (with confidence ratings from Substantial to No Confidence), and Technical capability (rated Outstanding to Unacceptable), with the government reserving the right to award without discussions. The goal is to select the most advantageous offer, emphasizing best value through an integrated assessment of all factors.

The U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC) released an IDIQ solicitation for Environmental and Social (E&S) Support Services, with a focus on clarifying questions from potential offerors. Key clarifications include that there will be no separate management task order, and proposal costs are not reimbursed, though overhead can be included in fully burdened rates. Travel costs are billed at cost only, without additional indirect costs or markups. The fees column in the price workbook has been removed via Amendment 1. DFC will not add new labor categories, but non-U.S. subcontractors are permitted. Proposal page limits and font sizes were stipulated in Amendment 1. The award ceiling was increased to $12,500,000. Offers should propose their own escalation rates. OCI disclosures and assessments may be required at the task order level, and the bidding process is open to non-U.S. firms. The contract type can be Labor Hour and/or Firm Fixed Price, determined at the task order level. DFC emphasizes rapid mobilization and the ability to support diverse sectors and geographies, with specific requirements defined per task order. Past performance of subcontractors can be considered. The Quality Control Plan is a required deliverable. The solicitation is an unrestricted, single-award IDIQ.

This IDIQ Price Workbook outlines the Independent Government Cost Estimate (IGCE) for a procurement with a base year and four option years, totaling $223,128.00 without fees and $229,821.84 with fees. The base year, from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, is estimated at $24,792.00. Subsequent option years are each estimated at $49,584.00. The primary cost driver across all years is "REQUIRED TRAVEL" to France, Burundi, and Ecuador, with no costs allocated for direct labor, equipment, software, materials, or other categories. The document specifies that hours are estimates for price analysis only, not actuals, and travel costs are government-populated. Instructions indicate that yellow highlighted cells are to be completed by the vendor.

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Office of Development Policy (ODP) is seeking an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with an Environmental & Social (E&S) consulting firm to provide on-demand E&S advisory services. The contract, solicitation number 77344426R0005, is for Environmental & Social Support Services with a period of performance from June 15, 2026, to May 14, 2031. The services will support DFC's E&S Risk Management Team across various transactions, ensuring compliance with DFC's Environmental and Social Policy and Procedures (ESPP), IFC Performance Standards, and relevant international good practices. The scope includes E&S screening, due diligence, monitoring, client support, and specialized thematic and sector expertise, as well as training and SOP development. The contract is structured for Labor-Hour and/or Firm Fixed Price task orders, requiring rapid mobilization and access to qualified professionals with specific experience in DFI/MDB projects. The contractor must adhere to strict confidentiality, security, and data rights provisions, with deliverables subject to quality and timeliness criteria. Travel may be required and will be reimbursed at actual cost in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. The proposal evaluation criteria emphasize technical approach, corporate experience, key personnel, past performance, and quality assurance.

DFC's Office of Development Policy (ODP) is seeking Environmental and Social (E&S) Support Services through a Single Award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with an annual ceiling of $2,000,000. This initiative aims to implement DFC’s 2024 E&S Policy and Procedures, aligning with IFC Performance Standards and World Bank EHS Guidelines, by securing on-demand specialized expertise. The scope of work includes comprehensive E&S support, client assistance, thematic and sector-specific expertise, and training. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, past performance, and technical factors, including understanding of E&S policies, relevant corporate experience, key personnel expertise, and quality assurance. A strict Organizational Conflict of Interest policy applies. Questions are due by May 5, 2026, and proposals by May 21, 2026, with an anticipated award in July 2026.