Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning and Adapting (MECLA) Activities Local Partner and Sub-Partner Outreach – Request for Information
ID: 354696Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Mexico USAID-Mexico City (USAID-MEX)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354696
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in Mexico has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning and Adapting (MECLA) Activities Local Partner and Sub-Partner Outreach." This RFI aims to gather insights on the current market conditions, supply and demand, and associated costs related to MECLA activities in Mexico, specifically seeking input from organizations that provide services such as performance monitoring consulting and the organization of collaboration and learning sessions. The information collected will help USAID enhance cooperation with local entities involved in MECLA-related services, although participation is voluntary and does not guarantee future funding or contract awards. Interested organizations are encouraged to submit their responses in English or Spanish by June 18, 2024, and can contact the Office of Acquisition and Assistance at USAID/Mexico for further inquiries at mexicoaa@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    mexicoaa@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFI No. 2024-005 - MECLA Market Research.pdf
    RFI.pdf
    USAID/Mexico has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning and Adapting (MECLA) Activities Local Partner and Sub-Partner Outreach," with an issuance date of June 4, 2024. The purpose of this RFI is to gather insights on current market conditions, supply and demand, and associated costs related to MECLA activities in Mexico. USAID seeks to connect with organizations that provide services such as performance monitoring consulting, organization of collaboration and learning sessions, and planning performance evaluation studies. Organizations are requested to confirm their ability to deliver specific services and provide estimated costs for these services. Responses can be submitted in English or Spanish by June 18, 2024. Participation is voluntary, and the information gathered may influence future solicitations but does not guarantee funding or contract awards. The RFI emphasizes that no individual feedback on submissions will be provided and that proprietary information should be clearly marked. This initiative reflects USAID's strategy to enhance cooperation with local entities involved in MECLA-related services in Mexico.
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