USAID/OCE/Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness (ECE)
ID: 351464Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351464
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information from organizations capable of supporting its Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness (ECE) initiative through a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI). The primary objective is to gather insights on cost-effectiveness methods and to enhance the integration of high-quality evaluations and economic analysis into USAID's programming, particularly through randomized impact evaluations. This initiative is crucial for improving the effectiveness of aid interventions, with an anticipated funding range of $70 to $74 million over five years. Interested parties must submit their responses by January 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Julia S. Banks at jbanks@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    jbanks@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    USAID_OCE_ECE_AMENDMENT ONE_7200AA24RFI00007.pdf
    USAID_OCE_ECE_AMENDMENT.pdf
    This document is an Amendment Number One (1) to the USAID/OCE/Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness (ECE) Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI). Issued on December 13, 2023, it serves to extend the closing date for the RFI from December 20, 2023, to January 3, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST. The purpose of the RFI is to gather information for market research regarding cost-effectiveness methods in various contexts. All other aspects of the original ECE SSN/RFI remain unchanged. The amendment is signed by Nayo Tolbert, the Agreement Officer, indicating official communication to all interested parties involved in the response process. This extension aims to provide additional time for potential respondents to prepare their submissions, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusivity and thoroughness in collecting relevant data for informed decision-making.
    USAID_OCE_Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness SSN_RFI_7200AA24RFI00007_12-13-2023_REV 1.pdf
    USAID_OCE_Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness SSN_RFI_7200AA24RFI00007_12-13-2023.pdf
    USAID_OCE_Evidence.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) aimed at gathering market information about organizations capable of providing services related to evidence use and generation for the agency's development and humanitarian efforts. This RFI, centered on the "Evidence for Cost-Effectiveness (ECE)" initiative, seeks to enhance USAID's programming effectiveness through rigorous evaluations, particularly focusing on integrating high-quality economic evidence into activity designs and engaging academics in this process. The Office of the Chief Economist (OCE) emphasizes the importance of randomized evaluations for assessing impact and aims to fund approximately $70 to $74 million over five years for this project. Interested organizations must respond by December 20, 2023, with a focus on their experience in conducting such evaluations, particularly in collaboration with socially diverse academic partners. USAID clarifies this RFI does not solicit proposals or applications and responses will not result in funding but will be used for future planning. Responses must follow strict formatting guidelines and include organization details and responses to specific questions about engaging academics and enhancing cost-effectiveness in USAID’s operations. All submissions will be confidential and are solely for informational purposes.
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