RFP_72030618R00024_Amendment_4.pdf

This Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits offers for the implementation of the Afghanistan Competitiveness of Export-Oriented Businesses Activity (ACEBA) in Afghanistan. The U.S. Agency for International Development Mission in Afghanistan seeks to award a cost-plus fixed fee completion-type contract with an estimated period of five years, including a three-year base period and one two-year option period. The estimated cost range for this contract is between $95 million and $110 million. The purpose of ACEBA is to enhance the competitiveness of Afghan export-oriented businesses through technical assistance and services to promote sustainable economic growth and increase employment. Special emphasis should be placed on achieving gender equality and women's empowerment, and integration of youth. Offerors shall propose solutions to achieve measurable improvements in productivity factors that will facilitate greater access to international markets for Afghan exporters. Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by January 8, 2019. Offers are due by January 29, 2019.