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USAID/DDI/DRG USPSC Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist

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USAID plans to solicit applications for a U.S. Personal Services Contract to fill one position as an Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist at the GS-13 equivalent level. This role, based in Washington, DC with telework options and occasional overseas travel of up to 20%, will support the Bureau for Development, Democracy and Innovation's Center for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance. The specialist will work with the Democratic Resilience and Innovation team, focusing on countering authoritarianism by leveraging emerging technologies, regulatory frameworks, private sector partnerships, and innovative tools to enhance civic engagement and strengthen democratic institutions. The contract is expected to have a two-year base period with up to three one-year extensions, allowing for a total performance period of five years. The solicitation will be published on the System for Award Management website, and potential applicants are encouraged to monitor the site for updates. Until the formal solicitation is issued, USAID will not respond to inquiries or accept applications. Issuance of this solicitation does not guarantee contract award or reimbursement for any application-related expenses. The contract references indicate it falls under the NAICS code 928120 and is managed by USAID’s Office of Acquisition and Assistance in Washington, DC.

General Info

USAID seeks Emerging Technologies Specialist for five-year contract supporting democracy innovation and countering authoritarianism.

Agency

Agency For International Development → Usaid M/oaaView Agency

NAICS

928120 - International Affairs View NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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PhasePresolicitation

PostedJul 11

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyAgency For International Development → Usaid M/oaa

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20004, USA

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Agency For International Development → Usaid M/oaa

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Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20004, USA

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Full Description

USAID intends to issue a solicitation for a U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) for one (1) Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist, at the GS-13 equivalent level [Washington, DC, Telework eligible (3-8 days per pay period) with up to 20% overseas travel when needed] for USAID�s Bureau for Development, Democracy and Innovation (DDI), Center for Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance (DRG). The Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist will provide support to the Washington-based Democratic Resilience and Innovation (DRI) team within the Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG) Center. The position supports the Agency in addressing domestic and international drivers of authoritarianism, identifying incentives for governments and societies to align with democratic values and recalibrating existing interventions to build resilience to democratic backsliding. This position lies at the intersection of technology and regulations that govern these technologies, private sector engagement and partnerships, and use of these technologies to deepen civic engagement and strengthen democratic societies and institutions. The duration of the contract period is anticipated to include a two (2) year base period with three (3) one-year option periods for a total maximum possible period of performance of five (5) years. The solicitation will be published on System for Award Management (SAM). Interested parties are advised to periodically monitor this website for updates on this potential opportunity. Except for the above information, no additional information regarding this planned solicitation is available at this time. All necessary information will be supplied at the time the solicitation is issued. USAID will not respond to any questions or requests for information until the solicitation is issued. USAID will not accept applications prior to issuance of the solicitation. Issuance of the pre-solicitation notice and any subsequent RFP does not constitute an award commitment on the part of USAID, nor does it commit USAID to pay for any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of any application.