Opportunity ID: 328053
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 72049220-OEDGRFI-00003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Private Enterprise for the Digital Economy (SPEED) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 12, 2020 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 02, 2020 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 21, 2020 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 21, 2020 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 21, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals are not eligible to participate in this opportunity |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Philippines USAID-Manila |
| Description: |
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for the purpose of providing stakeholders an opportunity to review, comment, suggest, and enhance areas in the attached draft program concept for a new USAID/Philippines activity, namely Strengthening Private Enterprise for the Digital Economy (SPEED). The primary goal of SPEED is to enable Philippine SMEs to safely, reliably, and competitively participate in the digital economy. To expand the participation of the SME sector in the digital economy, this activity will (1) improve the capacity of SMEs to innovate and adopt safe, reliable and affordable technology solutions; (2) expand the use of e-payment systems and other FinTech innovations; and (3) improve the integration of e-commerce platforms with logistical supply chains. Subject to availability of funds, USAID anticipates that this activity or activities will be implemented over a period of five (5) years. Responses received will be used to develop a design document that ensures clarity, maximum development impact, coordination with existing and planned USAID and other development partner programs, and alignment with USAID’s and the Government of the Philippines’ priorities. USAID/Philippines may also consider stakeholder consultations in further revising the SPEED design. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a request for proposal nor a call for applications. Responses to this RFI shall not be portrayed as proposals/application and will not be accepted by the U.S. Government (USG) to form a binding agreement. Responses are voluntary and responders are solely accountable for all expenses associated with commenting on this RFI. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Regional Office Acquisition and Assistance
USAID Philippines Email:manila-roaa-rfa@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| This RFI Amendment 1 is issued for the purpose of continuing the exchanges with stakeholders with regards to the draft program statement (see Attachment 1) via holding a Virtual Industry Day on September 14, 2020 (Monday) starting at 8:00am (Manila time).
If your organization intends to participate in the Virtual Industry Day, please inform us by giving the name (organization and participant) and contact information of the participant by email to Janine Krizzia Dator (jdator@usaid.gov) no later than 3:00pm (Manila time) on September 10, 2020. Contact information must include an active gmail address because the Virtual Industry Day shall be convened using the Google Hangout platform. A maximum of two (2) representatives from each organization is allowed. Upon receipt of confirmation and contact information, you shall be included in the calendar invite for the event from which the access link and agenda will be provided. |
Sep 02, 2020 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 72049220-OEDGRFI-00003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Private Enterprise for the Digital Economy (SPEED) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Business and Commerce |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 12, 2020 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 02, 2020 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 21, 2020 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 21, 2020 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 21, 2020 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $15,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Individuals are not eligible to participate in this opportunity |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Philippines USAID-Manila |
| Description: |
This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for the purpose of providing stakeholders an opportunity to review, comment, suggest, and enhance areas in the attached draft program concept for a new USAID/Philippines activity, namely Strengthening Private Enterprise for the Digital Economy (SPEED). The primary goal of SPEED is to enable Philippine SMEs to safely, reliably, and competitively participate in the digital economy. To expand the participation of the SME sector in the digital economy, this activity will (1) improve the capacity of SMEs to innovate and adopt safe, reliable and affordable technology solutions; (2) expand the use of e-payment systems and other FinTech innovations; and (3) improve the integration of e-commerce platforms with logistical supply chains. Subject to availability of funds, USAID anticipates that this activity or activities will be implemented over a period of five (5) years. Responses received will be used to develop a design document that ensures clarity, maximum development impact, coordination with existing and planned USAID and other development partner programs, and alignment with USAID’s and the Government of the Philippines’ priorities. USAID/Philippines may also consider stakeholder consultations in further revising the SPEED design. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a request for proposal nor a call for applications. Responses to this RFI shall not be portrayed as proposals/application and will not be accepted by the U.S. Government (USG) to form a binding agreement. Responses are voluntary and responders are solely accountable for all expenses associated with commenting on this RFI. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Regional Office Acquisition and Assistance
USAID Philippines Email:manila-roaa-rfa@usaid.gov |
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