Request For Information - USAID e-Governance
ID: 72036724RFI00004Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/NEPALKATMANDU, NPL

NAICS

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

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4d6c0b7b7d3949ef93ce2f399f3faa54/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking public input through a Request for Information (RFI) to design the USAID e-Governance initiative in Nepal. This initiative aims to enhance the Government of Nepal's (GoN) e-governance capabilities, focusing on developing integrated eServices, improving government personnel skills, and increasing accessibility for citizens. The project is crucial for addressing the digital divide in Nepal and aligns with USAID's broader strategy to foster effective democratic governance. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments on the draft Statement of Work by September 18, 2024, with an anticipated budget of $8 to $11 million over four years. For further inquiries, contact Maria Televantos at mtelevantos@usaid.gov or Dibya Shakya at dshakya@usaid.gov.

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    Maria Televantos
    mtelevantos@usaid.gov
    Dibya Shakya
    dshakya@usaid.gov
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    RFI 72036724RFI00004 USAID e-Governance.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to aid in designing the USAID e-Governance initiative in Nepal. This project aims to bolster the Government of Nepal's (GoN) e-governance capabilities, making services more efficient and accessible to citizens. USAID is seeking feedback on its draft Statement of Work (SOW) to maximize program impact within an anticipated budget of $8 to $11 million over four years. Key inquiries focus on the clarity and feasibility of the draft SOW, flexibility for innovation, and suggestions for private sector engagement in the initiative. The RFI outlines three main objectives: 1) develop and implement integrated eServices across government ministries, 2) enhance the skills of government personnel to manage these digital platforms, and 3) improve accessibility of eServices to various population segments. It seeks to address Nepal’s significant digital divide and enhance service delivery through public-private collaboration. The initiative aligns with the broader USAID strategy to create effective and participatory democratic ecosystems in Nepal. Public comments are encouraged and are due by September 18, 2024, providing stakeholders the opportunity to contribute to the project design process.
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