USAID/Rwanda Feed-the-Future Employment and Entrepreneurship ("E&E") Activity

USAID/Rwanda is seeking information to support the design of an upcoming solicitation for a five-year, $16-18 million Employment and Entrepreneurship Activity to increase employment opportunities through agriculture and complementary market segments. The activity will employ a market systems development approach and add value to Rwanda's economy. Respondents are asked to provide their level of interest and comments on Section C of the draft RFP by October 19th. Submissions should be no more than three pages in Word format and exclude capabilities and cover letters. No set-aside is designated for this procurement. The anticipated solicitation will be issued on October 29th.

The draft RFP attached to the RFI indicates the activity aims to support market-led inclusive growth through agriculture and related non-farm economic opportunities. Evaluation will consider the respondent's experience and past performance with market systems approaches and employment programs, as well as their technical approach, management plan, and monitoring and evaluation methodology. The activity has a period of performance of five years and an estimated budget range of $16-18 million. The NAICS code is 541611 and PSC code is D306. No incumbents or current contractors were identified.