Regional Sub-Saharan Africa: Zambia – Lobito Rail Corridor Environmental and Social Impact Assessment
ID: 2024-11017AType: Special Notice
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UNITED STATES TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCYUNITED STATES TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCYUS TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCYARLINGTON, VA, 22209, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/29975ce39abd4132909f1ca04acaf063/view
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    The United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) is seeking qualified U.S. firms to provide technical assistance for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Zambia-Lobito Rail Corridor. This initiative aims to evaluate the environmental and social implications of the rail corridor project, which is crucial for enhancing regional connectivity and economic development in Sub-Saharan Africa. Interested firms can access the Request for Proposal by visiting USTDA’s website at https://ustda.gov/work/bid-on-an-overseas-project/. Further details regarding the timeline and submission requirements will be outlined in the proposal documents.

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