R -- Request for Information - Republic of Georgia Agricultural Sector

USAID/Caucasus is exploring the development of a new three to five-year initiative aimed at increasing incomes and reducing poverty throughout Georgia by focusing on the agricultural sector. The agency is seeking informed input on strategic approaches to sustainably enhance employment and income generation within this sector, taking into account Georgia's current political, social, and economic environment, as well as past experiences from various official, private, and donor-led rural and agricultural programs. Respondents are invited to submit their recommendations in no more than five pages by March 10, 2008, outlining priority areas for USAID investment and justification for those choices. This request for information is not a solicitation for proposals or qualifications but is intended to gather insights that will help shape the design of future assistance programs. Participation will not exclude respondents from applying for subsequent contracts or agreements related to program implementation. All submissions will become the property of USAID, and no compensation will be provided. Questions about this RFI will not be addressed, and responses should be directed to the Regional Contracting Officer at the provided email address. The initiative underscores USAID’s commitment to tailoring its support to the realities of Georgia’s agricultural sector and broader development goals.