USAID Central America Regional Support Services IDIQ (CARSS)

Award Date 11/15/2023
Last Date To Order 1/7/2031
Shared Ceiling $800M
Contract Type
Master IDIQ
Predecessor
Not listed
Successors

The USAID Central America Regional Support Services (CARSS) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract is designed to support development initiatives across Central America, with a focus on economic growth, governance, and regional integration. Based on the available task orders, the vehicle appears to support a wide range of technical assistance and advisory services aimed at promoting private investment, improving local governance, and facilitating trade and clean energy investments in countries such as El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico. The contract vehicle, originally sourced through a market research Request for Information (RFI), enables USAID to rapidly deploy resources and expertise to address complex development challenges in the region.

The task orders under this IDIQ demonstrate a typical ceiling value range between $1 million and $40 million, with contract durations spanning approximately 3-5 years. Prime contractors frequently include established international development firms such as DAI Global LLC, Creative Associates International, Palladium International LLC, and International Development Group Advisory Services. The task orders do not utilize specific set-aside designations and are primarily awarded on a Cost Plus Fixed Fee or Time and Materials pricing structure. Performance locations are concentrated in Central American countries, with a particular emphasis on El Salvador. The contracts cover diverse scopes including investment promotion, local governance solutions, regional trade and investment activities, and transition support, reflecting USAID's comprehensive approach to regional development and economic strengthening.

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