RFI No. 72038624RFI00001 - Question and Answers.pdf
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This document provides questions and answers regarding Request for Information number 72038624RFI00001 released by USAID India. The RFI seeks information and stakeholder input to inform development of a new Coastal and Marine Conservation Activity to improve biodiversity conservation and address climate change in India. A pre-solicitation workshop will be held on January 12, 2024 in Bengaluru to gather input, and responses to the RFI are due by December 22, 2023. The level of co-creation for the activity will depend on information collected. No specific geographies have been identified yet. The activity is intended to be complementary to World Bank projects in coastal and marine management. Contract type, value and period of performance will be determined based on workshop and RFI inputs.
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Request for Information (RFI) Pre-solicitation/Stakeholder Engagement Workshop
USAID/India Coastal and Marine Conservation Activity (CMCA)
RFI Number: 72038624RFI00001 Release Date: November 22, 2023 Questions/inquiries Due Date and Time: December 06, 2023, 23:59 hrs (India Local Time) RFI Response Due Date and Time: December 22, 2023, 23:59 hrs (India Local Time) NAICS Code: 541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Q 1. Does USAID/India expect and encourage international participants at the workshop on January 12th, or is this intended as a national level stakeholder workshop?
Response: The pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop in Bengaluru on January 12, 2024 will be hybrid for plenary sessions. Participants from any part of the globe can attend the plenary sessions. However, virtual participants will not be able to join the small group interactive activities. Participants interested in attending the workshop need to RSVP to Mr. Dev Kant Sharma at desharma@usaid.gov
Q 2. Do you intend to pursue a full co-creation process with this opportunity?
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Does USAID anticipate using a multi-stage co-creation process for the procurement, (e.g., concept note, oral presentation, co-creation)?
Response: Yes, USAID intends to pursue a full co-creation for this opportunity. The level of co-creation is dependent on information gathered from the pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop.
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Q 3. Do you foresee this project as a national-level project or will specific geographies be requested or suggested?
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Can USAID share any information on geographic selection/prioritization for different coastal areas and marine ecosystems in India?
Response: As of now, no specific geographies are identified. This will be done through the pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop, RFI responses and co-creation.
Q 4. What is the expected connection to the World Bank ICZM project?
Response: This activity will mostly focus on improving biodiversity conservation and meeting climate change mitigation and adaptation goals. This activity will therefore be complementary to the World Bank ICZM project. USAID/India plans to coordinate with World Bank ICZM and other stakeholders working in this space to avoid duplication of efforts. Potential synergies with other programs will also be considered.
Q 5. Is there any expectation of the contractual mechanism or size of this opportunity?
Response: The mechanism and the size of this opportunity have not been determined yet.
The information received through this RFI and the pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop will be used to determine them.
Q 6. Do you have a set minimum requirements for onboarding an organization? We are a 1 year old organization.
Response: No set minimum requirements for onboarding an organization. This will be a full and open competition without any restrictions.
Q 7. Can one organization be part of two projects; Plastic Waste - Circular economy and Mangrove conservation?
Response: Yes, it is for the prime awardee to see that the proposed team has the capacity and capability of successful implementation.
Q 8. Will USAID also be open to come aboard an existing project ongoing with the Government of Goa or ULB?
Response: A stand-alone activity is expected but USAID/India will look at ways to collaborate with the Government of India.
Q 9. What contractual mechanism does USAID anticipate using, e.g., cooperative agreement or contract?
Response: The mechanism has not been finalized. The information received through this RFI and the pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop will be used to determine the mechanism..
Q 10. Can USAID please share the expected timing for release of the solicitation?
Response: USAID/India plans to release the solicitation in the month of February or March 2024.
Q 11. What is the estimated budget range and period of performance?
Response: The information received through this RFI and the pre-solicitation/stakeholder engagement workshop will be used to determine the budget and the same will be shared through the solicitation.
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