USAID/Afghanistan New Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning and Adaptation Activity
ID: 355099Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Afghanistan USAID-Kabul (USAID-AFG)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355099
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking input for a new Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (MECLA) activity aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of U.S.-funded interventions in Afghanistan. This initiative is designed to provide third-party monitoring and evaluation services to ensure that development programs align with USAID/Afghanistan's Strategic Framework and achieve their intended results, particularly in the context of the complex socio-economic challenges following the Taliban's takeover. The RFI invites interested parties to share their insights on MECLA services, focusing on experiences in Afghanistan, data collection challenges, and strategies for engaging local organizations, with submissions due by July 9, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Amanullah Baheer at abaheer@usaid.gov or by phone at 202-766-0554.

    Point(s) of Contact
    USAID/ Afghanistan Office Of Acquisition and Assistance
    (202) 766-0554
    abaheer@usaid.gov
    Files
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    MECLA RFI 72030624RFI00007.pdf
    MECLA.pdf
    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)/Afghanistan is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) for a new Monitoring, Evaluation, Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (MECLA) activity, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of US-funded interventions in Afghanistan. This initiative is emerging in response to significant socio-economic challenges following the Taliban’s takeover and aims to ensure that development programs are well-monitored and achieve their intended objectives. Interested parties are invited to provide insights about MECLA services, particularly in light of the complex political and humanitarian landscape in Afghanistan. The RFI outlines specific questions regarding experiences with MECLA in Afghanistan, challenges to data collection and monitoring, coordination with Taliban authorities, and strategies for engaging local organizations. Responses are sought for planning purposes only and will not be evaluated as proposals. Submissions must be concise, respecting a six-page limit, and are due by July 9, 2024. USAID emphasizes the importance of a robust MECLA framework to assess program effectiveness, learning, and adaptation to changing circumstances, particularly given the restrictions impacting women’s movement and participation in monitoring activities. This RFI reflects USAID's ongoing commitment to adapt its strategies to the evolving landscape while ensuring accountability for U.S. investments.
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