Local Partnership Development

The contract seeks to establish and formalize strategic partnerships with Indonesian universities, technology hubs, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises to broaden the program’s reach and ensure long-term sustainability within Indonesia. The work focuses on identifying credible local institutions and creating collaborative frameworks that leverage local expertise, infrastructure, and networks to enhance program impact and adoption. Success will be measured by the number and quality of signed partnerships, the integration of local stakeholders into program activities, and the resulting increased capacity and self-sufficiency of Indonesian entities in supporting ongoing initiatives. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on management consulting services, likely including stakeholder engagement, partnership structuring, and coordination. It is issued by the U.S. Mission to Indonesia under the Department of State, with a response deadline of August 30, 2026, and was posted on July 23, 2026. There is no set-aside designation, and the place of performance is expected to be within Indonesia, though specific location details are not provided. The nature of the work implies the need for deep cultural and institutional understanding of the Indonesian ecosystem, including familiarity with higher education systems, tech innovation landscapes, and MSME dynamics to effectively facilitate meaningful and durable collaborations.