The document outlines Amendment 0001 to the USAID/Armenia solicitation for the Learning and Evidence Platform project, providing responses to vendor inquiries and amending the solicitation terms. It emphasizes that only one prime offeror can be awarded the BPA, despite partnerships between organizations, and underscores the necessity for subcontractors to comply with existing limitations and guidelines. Detailed cost proposals must be submitted as instructed, and there is no prescribed format for the budget other than using MS Excel for cost proposals and MS Word for narratives. Questions about subcontractor management, submission methods, and assessment timelines are addressed, reaffirming that proposals must align closely with the specified topics for the BPA. Overall, the amendment facilitates clarity for potential vendors while ensuring compliance with USAID procedures and objectives for the initiative.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is issuing a Request for Quotations (RFQ) No. 72011125Q00001 for a five-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) aimed at establishing the Learning and Evidence Platform Activity in Armenia, with a maximum budget of $3,555,930. The RFQ, effective until January 10, 2025, is oriented towards local Armenian entities that provide specified services, particularly focusing on Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) practices and their application for evidence-based decision-making. The BPA aims to enhance USAID/Armenia's initiatives by providing technical support across various areas, such as evaluations, data management, capacity building, and promoting a culture of learning and adapting within the Mission. The RFQ encourages submissions from qualified vendors who possess the required capabilities and stresses compliance with federal regulations. Vendors are required to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate in the bidding process. Additionally, the document outlines obligations, delivery terms, and the process of placing call orders under the BPA, reaffirming USAID's intent to support local capacity strengthening while ensuring high-quality outcomes through collaboration and co-creation.

The document outlines a Past Performance Information Sheet, crucial for federal and state RFPs, grants, and contracts. It contains structured sections to detail various contracts, including a unique number, contract identification, monetary amount, contracting entity, and a brief description of the work performed. Key contacts are identified through point of contact names, phone numbers, and email addresses. Additionally, it specifies whether the work was executed as a prime contractor or subcontractor, discusses any problems encountered during performance, and describes corrective actions taken. The structure emphasizes a systematic approach to assessing past performance, which is vital for evaluating potential contractors' capabilities and reliability in future government projects. This summary encapsulates the document's primary purpose of collecting and presenting contractors' past performance data, essential for informed decision-making in contract awarding processes.

USAID/Armenia is conducting a civil society landscape assessment to analyze the operating environment and effectiveness of civil society organizations (CSOs) in Armenia. This assessment aims to fill a knowledge gap following the discontinuation of the CSO Sustainability Index. The objective is to guide the development of USAID's five-year Country Development and Cooperation Strategy and the implementation of the Civil Society for Action program. The assessment will explore various dimensions including the legal framework, socioeconomic influences, civic culture, external trends, and the capacity, financial viability, public perception, advocacy efforts, and accountability of CSOs. A mixed-methods approach will be utilized, involving stakeholder consultations and secondary data analysis. The assessment will follow a structured methodology divided into phases: inception, data collection, report drafting, and toolkit development. Deliverables include an inception report, presentations of findings, a comprehensive assessment report, and a follow-on toolkit for future assessments. The entire process is anticipated to span nine months, with various milestones and deadlines established for deliverables. The outcome will provide critical insights for enhancing the effectiveness and sustainability of civil society in Armenia.