USAID/Ecuador - Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Support Platform
ID: 72051824RFI00005Type: Presolicitation
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AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTAGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENTUSAID/ECUADORQuito, ECU

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SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8ea92f7b24af4a648a6b4628a9f23c83/view
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Ecuador is seeking Capability Statements from local entities for a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Support Platform. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to identify local organizations capable of providing technical assistance in MEL functions, with a potential contract duration of five years and an estimated total cost of up to $2 million. This initiative is crucial for enhancing local capacities in implementing and managing MEL activities, aligning with USAID's strategic goals for sustainable development in Ecuador. Interested entities must submit their Capability Statements by September 17, 2024, and can contact Joseph Terrazas at jterrazas@usaid.gov or Klever Tipan at ktipan@usaid.gov for further information.

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    Joseph Terrazas
    51964454120
    jterrazas@usaid.gov
    Klever Tipan
    (593) 398-5376
    ktipan@usaid.gov
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    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Ecuador has issued a Request for Information (RFI) soliciting Capability Statements from local entities for a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Support Platform. The RFI seeks to identify local organizations that can provide technical assistance in MEL functions over a potential five-year contract, with a total estimated cost of up to $2 million. Respondents must demonstrate experience in developing and evaluating development projects, data collection and analysis, and training in MEL processes, with working proficiency in English and Spanish. The selected awardee will facilitate various components including evaluations, assessments, technical assistance, Geographic Information System management, and collaboration/knowledge transfer. This RFI is not a solicitation for proposals; it aims to gauge local capacity for future procurement. USAID prioritizes partnerships with local organizations to enhance their capabilities in implementation and management of MEL activities, aligning with its strategic objectives for sustainable development in Ecuador. Interested entities must submit their Capability Statements by September 17, 2024.
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