Request for Information (RFI) No. 72061524RFI00004 - Strengthening Citizen Confidence and Trust in Kenya’s Electoral Institutions and Processes
ID: 72061524RFI00004Type: Presolicitation
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAMER EMBASSY NAIROBI - USAID/KENYANAIROBI, KEN

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0f92fbb21ceb437ab3a3b12ef470c907/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) to design a new elections support program aimed at strengthening citizen confidence and trust in Kenya’s electoral institutions and processes. This program is intended to be implemented over a four-year period from 2025 to 2028, focusing on enhancing voter participation and addressing declining public trust, particularly among marginalized groups such as women and youth. The RFI invites stakeholders to provide insights on various thematic areas, including electoral legal reforms and citizen engagement, with responses due by August 16, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Nairobi Local Time. Interested parties can contact Elizabeth Mailu at emailu@usaid.gov or Sandra Asiedu at sasiedu@usaid.gov for further information.

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    Elizabeth Mailu
    emailu@usaid.gov
    Sandra Asiedu
    asiedu@usaid.gov
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    RFI No. 72061524RFI00004_Elections Program.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Kenya has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather inputs for designing a new elections support program aimed at strengthening citizen trust in electoral institutions for the upcoming 2027 elections. This program, targeting a four-year period from 2025 to 2028, seeks to address declining public trust in government institutions and enhance voter participation, particularly among marginalized groups like women and youth. The RFI seeks perspectives from stakeholders on various thematic areas, including electoral legal reforms, citizen engagement, and inclusion efforts for special interest groups in the political process. It emphasizes that this request is not a solicitation for proposals and responses will be confidential. The urgency stems from recent political instability and prior political violence, highlighting the need for accountability and effective electoral processes. Stakeholders are encouraged to submit their brief responses by August 15, 2024, to inform USAID's program design and contribute to a more credible electoral landscape in Kenya.
    RFI No. 72061524RFI00004 - Amendment-01 (August 8, 2024).pdf
    The Request for Information (RFI) titled "Input into USAID/Kenya and East Africa’s Strengthening Citizen Confidence and Trust in Kenya’s Electoral Institutions and Processes Program Planning" seeks contributions from interested applicants regarding program development. Issued by USAID on July 23, 2024, with an amendment published on August 8, 2024, the document outlines the submission deadline for information as August 16, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Nairobi Local Time. It also announces a Virtual Industry Day scheduled for August 29, 2024, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Nairobi Local Time, providing details for joining via Google Meet. The main aim of the RFI is to gather insights that will aid in enhancing citizen trust and engagement in Kenya's electoral processes, an urgent topic in the context of strengthening democratic governance. This RFI process marks an opportunity for stakeholders to contribute to the foundational aspects of program planning.
    RFI No. 72061524RFI00004 - Amendment-02 (August 28, 2024).pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) from USAID/Kenya and East Africa concerning input for the "Strengthening Citizen Confidence and Trust in Kenya’s Electoral Institutions and Processes" program. Specifically, it communicates the cancellation of a Virtual Industry Day originally scheduled for August 29, 2024, and notes that a rescheduling will be announced. The amendment emphasizes regret for any inconvenience caused to interested applicants. The RFI serves as a means to gather insights and perspectives relevant to enhancing electoral processes in Kenya, underscoring USAID's proactive engagement with stakeholders. This involvement is critical as it seeks to bolster electoral integrity and foster public trust in democratic institutions within the region.
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