Communications Support Platform
ID: 72052724R00005Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/PERU AV LA ENCALADA,LIMA, PER

NAICS

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

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID/Peru) is seeking proposals from qualified local entities in Peru for a Communications Support Platform under Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 72052724R00005. The objective of this procurement is to provide rapid and flexible public outreach and communications services that will enhance USAID's effectiveness and presence in the region, including marketing, research, analytics, and media production. This initiative is crucial for increasing awareness of USAID’s initiatives and improving public engagement, aligning with broader U.S. foreign policy goals in Peru. The anticipated contract has a total estimated value of approximately $5 million, covering one base year with three option years, and proposals are due by October 7, 2024. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Lima Solicitations at limasolicitations@usaid.gov, with a pre-solicitation conference scheduled for September 17, 2024.

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    Lima Solicitations
    limasolicitations@usaid.gov
    Noriko Chatani
    nchatani@usaid.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID/Peru) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 72052724R00005 for a Communications Support Platform. This initiative seeks qualified local entities in Peru to provide rapid and flexible public outreach and communications services to enhance USAID's presence and effectiveness in the region. The anticipated contract will cover an initial term of one year, with options for three additional years, totaling a budget of approximately $5 million. The services required include marketing and communications, research and analytics, and event and media production, supporting various programmatic objectives such as increasing awareness of USAID’s initiatives and improving public engagement. Proposal submissions are due by October 7, 2024, with a pre-solicitation conference scheduled for September 17, 2024. USAID aims to award this hybrid contract based on the best value, considering price and non-price factors. This RFP reflects USAID's commitment to collaborating with local entities to address development challenges in Peru, aligning with broader U.S. foreign policy goals in the region.
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