JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION (J&A) -72061219C00005
ID: 72061219C00005Type: Special Notice
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

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https://sam.gov/opp/9cd05555da864db68f3bff45a7b51c5f/view
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    The Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking approval for a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition regarding the extension of the Modern Cooking for Healthy Forests (MCHF) Activity in Malawi. This procurement aims to extend the period of performance by 1 year and 9 months, increasing the Total Estimated Cost by $5,098,432, in response to external challenges such as cyclones, economic crises, and COVID-19 disruptions that have impacted the project's objectives. The MCHF project is crucial for promoting sustainable forestry management and cleaner energy alternatives in Malawi, and the extension is necessary to maintain continuity and leverage the established expertise of the current contractor, Tetra Tech. Interested parties can contact Sigidi Mbeya at smbeya@usaid.gov or call +26501772455 for further details.

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    Sigidi Mbeya
    26501772455
    smbeya@usaid.gov
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    Malawi MCHF Justification - ACA approved.pdf
    This document presents a Justification and Approval (J&A) request from USAID/Malawi for extending the Modern Cooking for Healthy Forests (MCHF) Activity, originally scheduled to conclude on September 30, 2024, through a period extension to June 30, 2026, alongside a $5,098,432 Total Estimated Cost (TEC) increase. The MCHF project, co-funded by USAID and the UK's FCDO, seeks to promote sustainable forestry management and cleaner energy alternatives in Malawi. The extension is prompted by external challenges such as destructive cyclones, economic crises, and COVID-19-related disruptions, which have necessitated a stronger emphasis on alternative energy solutions and improving forest management practices. The document asserts that changing the implementing partner would introduce undue delays and costs, as the current contractor, Tetra Tech, has established vital relationships with stakeholders and possesses unique expertise in the sector. This request operates under AIDAR 706.302-70, allowing for other than full and open competition due to the specialized nature of the services required. The extension aims to enhance the project’s effectiveness, continuity, and sustainability while addressing emerging environmental challenges in Malawi.
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