United States Institute of Peace
Request for Proposal: Civil Society Partners for USIP Initiative on Addressing G
United States Institute of Peace, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Open Call for ProposalsUnited States Institute of PeaceCivil Society Partners for USIP Initiative on Addressing Gang Violence in Central AmericaRemoteRelease Date:
July 26, 2024RFP Due Date:
5pm EDT on August 15, 2024Refer Questions to:Ena Dion, Aissatou Koulibaliedion@usip.org ;
akoulibali@usip.orgPertinent responses will be made available to all offerors by e-mail. No inquiries will be accepted after specified time and date.The response must be submitted by time and date listed above to be considered.If you would like to receive a copy of this RFP in Spanish, please reach out to
akoulibali@usip.org
.Introduction and BackgroundThe United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is a national, nonpartisan, independent institute, founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical, and essential for U.S. and global security. For more information, please visit
www.usip.org .USIP’s Governance, Justice, and Security (GJS) Program has undertaken an initiative to understand the complex dynamics surrounding governance in conflict-affected places. This initiative focuses on the internal and external actors that shape governance practices in conflict-affected settings.Purpose of the RFPUSIP’s Security Sector Governance and Reform Team and Latin America Program seek civil society organizations (CSOs) based in Northern Central America to provide field research support and local subject matter expertise for a series of USIP-led workshops on effective, sustainable, and democratic responses to gang violence.The CSOs will have expertise in either or both of the following areas:Empirical research documenting innovative approaches to reducing crime and gang violence;
AND/ORDesigning, implementing, or advocating for innovative approaches to reducing crime and gang violence.Scope of WorkThe selected contractors will work with USIP in support of a series of research products and workshops centered on the question:“How can Central American governments and security services, and their international partners effectively and sustainably reduce gang violence and crime in a manner that protects human rights, promotes citizen security, and upholds democratic values and the rule of law?”The selected contractors will complete the following in support of the project:Provide USIP with information and local expertise on gang violence.Submit a workplan and monthly reports summarizing findings.Participate as panelists in up to four USIP-led workshops.Develop a case study documenting innovative, local approaches to addressing crime and gang violence.Gather feedback on the case study through various activities.Work with USIP to disseminate case study findings.Submission RequirementsTo be considered under this RFP, please submit the following:Technical/Narrative Proposal
(no more than five (5) pages).Cost Proposal
including a detailed budget.Financial Management Assessment Form .Certification Page .Selection ProcessProposals will be evaluated based on established criteria. The USIP Selection Committee reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
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July 26, 2024RFP Due Date:
5pm EDT on August 15, 2024Refer Questions to:Ena Dion, Aissatou Koulibaliedion@usip.org ;
akoulibali@usip.orgPertinent responses will be made available to all offerors by e-mail. No inquiries will be accepted after specified time and date.The response must be submitted by time and date listed above to be considered.If you would like to receive a copy of this RFP in Spanish, please reach out to
akoulibali@usip.org
.Introduction and BackgroundThe United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is a national, nonpartisan, independent institute, founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical, and essential for U.S. and global security. For more information, please visit
www.usip.org .USIP’s Governance, Justice, and Security (GJS) Program has undertaken an initiative to understand the complex dynamics surrounding governance in conflict-affected places. This initiative focuses on the internal and external actors that shape governance practices in conflict-affected settings.Purpose of the RFPUSIP’s Security Sector Governance and Reform Team and Latin America Program seek civil society organizations (CSOs) based in Northern Central America to provide field research support and local subject matter expertise for a series of USIP-led workshops on effective, sustainable, and democratic responses to gang violence.The CSOs will have expertise in either or both of the following areas:Empirical research documenting innovative approaches to reducing crime and gang violence;
AND/ORDesigning, implementing, or advocating for innovative approaches to reducing crime and gang violence.Scope of WorkThe selected contractors will work with USIP in support of a series of research products and workshops centered on the question:“How can Central American governments and security services, and their international partners effectively and sustainably reduce gang violence and crime in a manner that protects human rights, promotes citizen security, and upholds democratic values and the rule of law?”The selected contractors will complete the following in support of the project:Provide USIP with information and local expertise on gang violence.Submit a workplan and monthly reports summarizing findings.Participate as panelists in up to four USIP-led workshops.Develop a case study documenting innovative, local approaches to addressing crime and gang violence.Gather feedback on the case study through various activities.Work with USIP to disseminate case study findings.Submission RequirementsTo be considered under this RFP, please submit the following:Technical/Narrative Proposal
(no more than five (5) pages).Cost Proposal
including a detailed budget.Financial Management Assessment Form .Certification Page .Selection ProcessProposals will be evaluated based on established criteria. The USIP Selection Committee reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
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