Request for Information (RFI): LAC Bureau Institutional Support Contract (ISC) 2
ID: 7200AA25RFI00005Type: Sources Sought
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID M/OAAWASHINGTON, DC, 20523, USA

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Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a34c6268269249a5a870331fe81201ff/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking qualified businesses to respond to a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the LAC Bureau Institutional Support Contract (ISC) 2, aimed at providing non-direct hire staffing support services to the Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (USAID/LAC) and its overseas missions. The contractor will be responsible for recruiting and maintaining a diverse range of personnel, including administrative, technical, and advisory staff, to enhance USAID's operational capabilities in addressing critical development challenges in the region. This initiative is crucial for supporting U.S. interests in promoting stable democracies and effectively implementing strategic priorities across various sectors such as agriculture, health, education, and climate change. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses by February 6, 2025, and can contact Hillary Marshall at hmarshall@usaid.gov or 571-480-1561 for further information.

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    Hillary Marshall
    (571) 480-1561
    hmarshall@usaid.gov
    Sayed Majeed Wasim
    swasim@usaid.gov
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    Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) - LAC ISC 2.pdf
    The LAC Bureau Institutional Support Contract aims to provide staffing support services to the USAID Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (USAID/LAC) and its overseas missions, addressing critical development challenges in the region. The contractor will recruit non-direct hire personnel for various roles, including administrative, communications, programmatic, technical advisory, and facilitation support to enhance USAID's ability to implement its strategic priorities effectively. The services required include administrative management, communications and outreach strategies, program analysis, and technical support in sectors like agriculture, health, education, and climate change. The contractor is expected to manage personnel directly, maintain compliance with regulations, and ensure integration with the USAID team to fulfill the Bureau's objectives. Additionally, the contract emphasizes the importance of hiring qualified candidates who can co-locate with USAID staff, manage diverse functions, and respond adaptable to mission demands. Key personnel specified include a Program Director and a Finance Specialist, responsible for operational and financial oversight of the contract. This comprehensive support is vital for addressing U.S. interests in promoting stable democracies and mitigating challenges across the LAC region.
    REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) No. 7200AA25RFI00005 - LAC ISC 2.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for an Institutional Support Contract (ISC) to assist the Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in fulfilling technical and program functions. This market research aims to identify qualified businesses that can provide staffing solutions, innovative operational strategies, and insights on implementing ISC services on various scales. Responses will inform the government's acquisition strategy but do not equate to a formal solicitation. Interested parties are expected to submit detailed company information, including capabilities, experience with relevant contracts, and strategies for recruitment, retention, and problem-solving. The anticipated duration of the contract is up to five years, focusing on services primarily in Washington, D.C. and the LAC region, under the NAICS code 541611. The deadline for responses is February 6, 2025. The RFI emphasizes tailored feedback from industry participants to address key requirements for effective service delivery. Overall, this initiative seeks to enhance USAID's operational capabilities through the engagement of diverse and qualified industry partners.
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