Tajikistan Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity
ID: 72011925RFI00001Type: Presolicitation
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/CENTRAL ASIA/KAZAKHSTANALMATY, KAZ

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

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/fb368c1850654425b57c65075d01d8ce/view
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking input from organizations and individuals for the "Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity" aimed at improving the nutritional status and health outcomes for mothers and children under two in Tajikistan. The initiative focuses primarily on nutrition (65%) and maternal and child health (MCH) (35%) for the first three years, transitioning to a sole emphasis on nutrition thereafter, with the goal of strengthening health systems and fostering policy changes in twelve districts of Khatlon province. This program addresses significant public health challenges in a context of high poverty and nutritional deficits, aligning with national strategies to promote sustainable health practices. Interested parties are encouraged to submit feedback and questions regarding the proposed Statement of Objectives (SOO) to Dauren Akhmetov at dakhmetov@usaid.gov, with no specific format or page limit for responses. The RFI was issued on November 1, 2024, and is part of USAID's ongoing commitment to enhancing nutritional health in Tajikistan.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dauren Akhmetov
    772725076126294
    dakhmetov@usaid.gov
    Tatyana Timoshenkova, A&A Specialist
    77272507612
    ttimoshenkova@usaid.gov
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    RFI 72011925RFI00001 Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity.pdf
    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is soliciting feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) to support the "Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity" in Tajikistan. Issued on November 1, 2024, this initiative aims to enhance the nutritional status and health outcomes for mothers and children under two, addressing significant public health challenges. The primary focus of the activity will be on nutrition (65%) and maternal and child health (MCH) (35%) for the initial three years, shifting purely to nutrition thereafter. The activity targets twelve districts in Khatlon province with the overarching goal of strengthening the country's health systems to provide quality nutrition and MCH services, fostering policy changes, and implementing evidence-based practices. Key objectives include expanding health services, increasing investment in nutrition and MCH programs, and driving behavioral change to support improved health practices within communities. The program operates against a backdrop of high poverty rates and nutritional deficits in Tajikistan, aiming to align with national strategies and promote sustainable practices that advance maternal and child health. The contractor is expected to demonstrate compliance with USAID policies, address gender inequalities, and involve local systems to ensure lasting impact.
    RFI 72011925RFI00001 Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity - Amendment 01.pdf
    The document is an amendment to the Request for Information (RFI) for the Tajikistan Better Nutrition for Better Health Activity issued by USAID. It outlines several modifications to the initial RFI issued on November 5, 2024, primarily focusing on the Statement of Objectives (SOO). The RFI is categorized as a standalone acquisition as detailed in USAID’s business forecast. Notably, the amendment clarifies that there is no specific format or page limit for feedback and questions from interested parties. Additionally, it provides updated submission guidelines for responses, directing them to both a general USAID email and to Dauren Akhmetov, an Acquisition & Assistance Specialist. The amendment reflects the ongoing commitment of USAID to enhance nutritional health in Tajikistan through open, transparent information-sharing processes with stakeholders.
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