Request for Information (RFI) - Sustainable Agricultural Water Management in Guatemala Activity
Type: Special Notice
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/GUATEMALASANTA CATARINA PINULA, GTM

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https://sam.gov/opp/51195e78a9dc4b819b2defdd339613f0/view
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) to support the feasibility assessment and design of a Sustainable Water Management (SWM) activity in Guatemala. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural productivity and address irrigation and water resource limitations affecting smallholder farmers, particularly in the Western Highlands and the departments of Alta and Baja Verapaz, by improving water retention, watershed management, and sustainable irrigation practices. The RFI is part of USAID's efforts to align with Guatemala’s National Irrigation Policy (2024-2033) and involves gathering insights on community engagement, institutional capacity building, and financial accessibility for water projects. Responses to this RFI are voluntary and must be submitted electronically by January 22, 2025, with all inquiries directed to Indyra V. Gonzalez at igonzalez@usaid.gov or Anthony R. Raneses at araneses@usaid.gov.

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    Indyra V. Gonzalez
    igonzalez@usaid.gov
    Anthony R. Raneses
    araneses@usaid.gov
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    Irrigation Activity RFI ver 1-7-2024 - fully executed.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input on the feasibility of supporting Guatemala’s National Irrigation Policy (2024-2033) through a Sustainable Water Management (SWM) activity. This initiative aims to improve water retention, watershed management, and sustainable irrigation, targeting smallholder farmers and enhancing agricultural productivity in the Western Highlands. USAID's objectives include assessing technical and financial feasibilities for water management, identifying successful community-based approaches, and involving local and Indigenous populations. Feedback is requested on various areas such as institutional capacity building, community engagement, and financial accessibility for water projects. Responses must be submitted electronically by January 22, 2025, with the information collected aimed at guiding future project development in alignment with Guatemala’s agricultural needs and climate resilience. This RFI is structured for information-gathering and does not constitute a funding opportunity.
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