USAID/Djibouti Basic Education Activity/DEGRA Follow-on
ID: 72060325RFI00001Type: Sources Sought
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/ETHIOPIAADDIS ABABA, ETH

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1b042d9c2aa04065ab05e20d5e9b824f/view
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information for the anticipated Djibouti Middle School Education Activity, aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for students in grades 5-9. This initiative is designed to address critical challenges in Djibouti's education system, including low retention rates, inadequate foundational skills, and gender disparities, by strengthening academic competencies, promoting soft skills, integrating STEM education, and providing psychosocial support. The RFI serves as a consultation tool to gather insights from potential implementers and stakeholders, with responses due by November 21, 2024, at 5:30 pm EST. Interested parties can contact Merjan Endris at mendris@usaid.gov or Deborah Rakowski at drakowski@usaid.gov for further information.

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    Merjan Endris
    251911218211
    ethiopiaprocurement@usaid.gov
    mendris@usaid.gov
    Deborah Rakowski
    +251 911 511 426
    drakowski@usaid.gov
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    USAIDDjbouti RFI_Middle School Education Activity 11062024.pdf
    The USAID/Djibouti is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input for the anticipated Middle School Education Activity aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for students in grades 5-9. Addressing challenges in Djibouti's education system, such as low retention rates, inadequate foundational skills, and gender disparities, the initiative seeks to strengthen academic competencies, promote soft skills, integrate STEM education, and provide psychosocial support. Responses to the RFI are invited from potential implementers and stakeholders to inform the activity's design, with specific questions regarding best practices in education, retention strategies, and inclusive approaches. Organizations are encouraged to describe their relevant experience and local partnerships, as well as their monitoring and financial management capabilities. This RFI serves as a consultation tool, not a solicitation or commitment for funding. The information collected will help USAID understand the educational landscape in Djibouti better and will inform the future development and implementation of the activity. The response deadline is November 21, 2024, by 5:30 pm EST.
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