USAID Promoting Access to Improved Learning Pre-Primary Education in the Democratic Republic of Congo
ID: 72066024RFI00006Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Set Aside

Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBP)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b50c6ce3aeea46bbb8e37b25b094fb7e/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking industry feedback on a draft Request for Information (RFI) related to a potential initiative aimed at enhancing access to improved pre-primary education in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The initiative is designed to address educational opportunities for children affected by conflict, with a focus on identifying barriers to pre-primary education and developing strategies to engage marginalized populations. This RFI, numbered 72066024RFI00006, is open for comments until September 26, 2024, and invites responses from public institutions, NGOs, and academia to inform the design of a program that aligns with USAID's objectives and the priorities of the Government of DRC. Interested parties can direct inquiries to Myra Kadima at mkadima@usaid.gov or M Sirajam Munir at smunir@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Myra Kadima
    243823875796
    mkadima@usaid.gov
    M Sirajam Munir
    243823884824
    smunir@usaid.gov
    Files
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    RFI 72066024RFI00006_Pre-Primary Activity_9-4-24_signed.pdf
    USAID is requesting information for a possible initiative to enhance access to improved pre-primary education in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), aimed at fostering educational opportunities for children affected by conflict. This Request for Information (RFI), numbered RFI No. 72066024RFI00006, is open until September 26, 2024, and invites feedback from various stakeholders, including public institutions, NGOs, and academia, on a draft activity proposal. Key areas of inquiry include identifying barriers to pre-primary education, suggesting effective strategies for engaging with marginalized populations, and coordinating with existing projects and sectors such as health and child protection. Respondents may answer specific questions outlined in an attached document and express interest in collaboration. The responses will aid in designing a program aligned with USAID's objectives and the Government of DRC's priorities. This RFI emphasizes that it is not a solicitation for proposals but serves to gather insights to inform a future initiative without creating any contractual obligations for the government.
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