Field Support Services (FSS) in Ghana

The Field Support Services (FSS) contract in Ghana is designed to secure a contractor to deliver technical expertise and project management services that enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability of Canada’s official development assistance in the country. The contractor will be responsible for implementing a comprehensive program aligned with Ghana’s development priorities and Canada’s international assistance frameworks, ensuring that all activities contribute to tangible results and adherence to governmental standards. The scope includes managing a team composed of a Project Manager and Project Coordinator, each serving up to 200 days annually over a base period of two years with optional extensions for up to three additional years, as well as deploying Technical Specialists under a fixed budget of $9,150,000, alongside $125,000 for authorized travel and $25,000 for other direct costs. The total estimated contract value is $9,300,000, excluding the unpriced professional service days, with the full value contingent on daily rates to be finalized at award. Performance is centered in Accra, Ghana, and all work must be delivered under FOB terms, with invoices submitted electronically and payments processed via direct deposit or wire transfer upon approval of monthly task authorizations. The evaluation process prioritizes technical merit at 70% and price at 30%, requiring offers to achieve a minimum of 64 out of 98 possible technical points to be deemed compliant. Technical scoring is based on the Project Manager’s experience in international development tasks and stakeholder engagement, the Project Coordinator’s administrative and logistical capabilities, the bidder’s proven track record of managing two or more $2 million CAD projects in low-income countries within the last six years, and the Project Manager’s relevant education. Offerors must also certify compliance with Canada’s Employment Equity requirements, disclose any prior public service pension or lump sum payments, and provide proof of security clearances aligned with Canadian classification standards including TOP SECRET and SECRET. Key personnel replacements require prior written notice and government approval, and any conflict of interest must be immediately disclosed. The contract operates under an IDIQ-like structure with Task Authorizations for work execution, and all deliverables—including technical reports, progress documentation, and activity records—must meet Canadian government quality and reporting standards. Proposals must be submitted exclusively by email to urp-bru@international.gc.ca by August 18, 2026, organized into three sections: technical, financial, and certification forms, and are subject to inspection and acceptance by Canadian authorities at