Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting Activity (MERLA)
ID: 72052125RFI00001Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/HAITIPORT-AU-PRINCE, HTI

NAICS

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

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM EVALUATION/REVIEW/DEVELOPMENT (R410)

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https://sam.gov/opp/65ec0040a5e44682b7f028dbecd671a4/view
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Haiti is seeking information from organizations regarding an upcoming Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning, and Adapting (MERLA) activity aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of its programs in the country. This initiative will focus on providing independent Third Party Performance Monitoring (TPM) and Evaluation, Learning, and Capacity building (MEL) services to address complex socio-economic and political challenges, thereby supporting strategic objectives in sectors such as Governance, Education, Health, and Humanitarian Assistance. Interested organizations must submit concise responses by November 27, 2024, without including full proposals or proprietary information, as the feedback will inform the design process for the MERLA activity. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Anne Mutchelle Beaubrun at abeaubrun@usaid.gov or Alina Menicucci at atmenicucci@usaid.gov.

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    Anne Mutchelle Beaubrun
    50922298904
    abeaubrun@usaid.gov
    Alina Menicucci
    atmenicucci@usaid.gov
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning, and Adapting Activity (MERLA) in Haiti. Issued on November 13, 2024, responses are due by November 27, 2024. This RFI aims to gather insights and interest from organizations capable of providing technical and support services for monitoring and evaluation as the mission develops a new strategic approach for 2025 to tackle Haiti's social, economic, and political challenges. The MERLA will enhance USAID's performance monitoring systems, providing third-party verification of activities and ensuring empirical evidence for effective programming. The requested services include in-country monitoring, evaluation support, capacity building, and learning events, necessitating a detailed understanding of Haiti's context. Interested parties must submit concise responses outlining their technical expertise, experience, and any potential partnerships, focusing on how to innovate within the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) sector. This inquiry emphasizes collaboration to bolster local capacity and effectiveness in achieving sustainable development outcomes in Haiti.
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