Communications Support Platform
ID: 72051825R00001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/ECUADORQuito, ECU

NAICS

Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (516210)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: COMMUNICATIONS (R426)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/683a0c9f32e34afc9fe4e616aac8bc1f/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is soliciting proposals for a Communications Support Platform aimed at enhancing public outreach and communication services in Ecuador. This initiative seeks to provide rapid and flexible public outreach capabilities, enabling USAID/Ecuador to effectively design, organize, and execute public awareness events and campaigns to amplify its visibility and engage stakeholders in addressing development challenges. The contract, valued at approximately $2,000,000 over four years (one base year plus three optional years), will be awarded as a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type, with proposals due by February 3, 2025. Interested parties should contact Klever Tipan at ktipan@usaid.gov or Joseph Terrazas at jterrazas@usaid.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Klever Tipan
    (593) 398-5376
    ktipan@usaid.gov
    Joseph Terrazas
    51964454120
    jterrazas@usaid.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is soliciting proposals through RFP No. 72051825R00001 for a Communications Support Platform in Ecuador. This initiative aims to enhance public outreach and communication services for USAID/Ecuador. Eligible proposals are limited to local entities operating within Ecuador, aiming for a total contract value of approximately $2,000,000 across four years (one base year plus three optional years). The contract will be a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF) type, and submissions must be made by February 3, 2025. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering various services, including strategic communication planning, public relations, social media management, event organization, and market research. These efforts are designed to strengthen USAID's visibility, engage stakeholders, and improve public understanding of development challenges. The RFP underscores that stringent adherence to branding and communication guidelines is required, and successful contractors will need a thorough understanding of local contexts in Ecuador. Additionally, the document specifies compliance with various federal regulations and outlines the evaluation criteria that will determine the best value proposal.
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