Attachment J2 VAT Guidance.pdf

This document provides details for the Basic Infrastructure Support Mechanism (BISM) solicitation issued by the US Agency for International Development. The purpose of the solicitation is to obtain infrastructure support services from a qualified local construction contractor to address infrastructure needs in the health, democracy and governance, education, youth, water, and economic growth sectors in the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza. Any activities conducted under the contract must comply with the Taylor Force Act, which prohibits USAID assistance that directly benefits the Palestinian Authority, including infrastructure projects operated or maintained by PA ministries or bodies that directly increase PA tax revenue.