USAID/DROC Investment Facilitation Platform Request for Proposals

This solicitation from USAID/DRC seeks proposals from INVEST+ Basic Ordering Agreement holders to establish an Investment Facilitation Platform Activity to develop key sectors and value chains, deepen the financial market, and improve the business environment in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The activity will provide transaction advisory services, capacity building, and policy and regulatory technical assistance to facilitate investment. Proposals must demonstrate experience in related work and include performance targets. The evaluation will consider technical approach, management experience, and cost. The closing date for questions is August 10, 2020 and proposals are due by September 14, 2020.

There is no set-aside designation. The primary NAICS code is 541611 and PSC code V2YR. The estimated value is $11-13 million over five years. The activity will initially focus on organizations in South Kivu, North Kivu, and Ituri provinces but may consider other areas. Services include building a pipeline of investible companies, engaging finance providers, transaction support, and direct assistance to companies and investors through activities such as due diligence, fundraising, and deal structuring. The place of performance is Glen Ellyn, Illinois.