Evidence-Driven Collaborating, Learning and Adapting at USAID/Philippines

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) plans to release a solicitation seeking services to enhance collaborating, learning, and adapting (CLA) within the USAID/Philippines mission. This initiative aims to support the mission's efforts in achieving improved development outcomes aligned with the 2019-2024 Country Development Cooperation Strategy, facilitating the Philippines' progress toward self-reliance. Additionally, the project is intended to prepare the mission for the next phase of the partnership between the United States and the Philippines beyond 2024. The forthcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be issued within two weeks and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, in accordance with relevant federal acquisition regulations. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541990 and is managed by USAID's office in Manila, Philippines. Key points of contact identified for this procurement include Contracting Officer Nathan Hilgendorf and Acquisition Agent Irene Narag. The solicitation focuses on evidence-driven approaches to CLA to enhance development results and partnership effectiveness. Interested small businesses are positioned to compete for this contract aimed at strengthening USAID's mission impact and fostering sustainable development cooperation between the U.S. and the Philippines.