USAID West Bank and Gaza Energy Project

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking information and potential sources for a new energy project in the West Bank and Gaza. The project aims to develop a more reliable, resilient, and market-oriented energy sector with four primary components: strengthening distribution sector performance, promoting industrial and commercial energy efficiency, increasing private sector investment, and addressing Gaza's energy needs. Key objectives include increasing domestic electricity production from renewable sources to 30% by 2030, reducing electricity losses, and catalyzing private investment. The agency is specifically targeting at least three Distribution Companies (DISCOs) in the West Bank and seeking organizations with demonstrated capabilities in energy sector development, particularly in the Middle East region. Responses to the Request for Information (RFI) # 72029425RFI00001 are due by January 20, 2025, at 17:00 Jerusalem time, with strict page limitations for submissions (three pages for Sources Sought response and seven pages for RFI response).

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designations for this contract opportunity. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the project encompasses comprehensive energy sector transformation with potential grants under contract. The project timeline extends to 2030, with immediate focus on grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and energy storage deployment. Cross-cutting themes include gender integration, youth engagement, climate resilience, and local capacity development. Technical requirements emphasize coordination with other USAID activities and compliance with the Taylor Force Act. Responding organizations will be evaluated based on their experience in similar energy sector projects, technical capabilities, and understanding of the complex energy landscape in the West Bank and Gaza region. The project represents a significant opportunity for professional, scientific, and technical service providers with expertise in energy sector development and international infrastructure improvement.