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title: "DFID 7632 Independent Monitoring Agent for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP)"
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# DFID 7632 Independent Monitoring Agent for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3cca63c-01e6-453e-90b4-d14d11005dee

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## Summary

The Department for International Development (DFID) is seeking an Independent Monitoring Agent for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP) through an open procurement process. The tender, titled "DFID 7632 Independent Monitoring Agent for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP)," has a total value of £2,000,000. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with submissions closing on 22 December 2016. The contract is expected to commence on 28 February 2017 and will run until 31 December 2021. This opportunity falls within the industry category of foreign economic-aid-related services and is open to suppliers registered in various locations, including the UK and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focused on monitoring, evaluation, and development services, particularly those with experience in conflict-affected regions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the procurement is designed to be accessible to diverse suppliers. By securing this contract, businesses can play a vital role in enhancing the effectiveness of international aid and resources in Afghanistan, thus contributing to growth and positive outcomes in this challenging environment.

## Notice

DFID Afghanistan seeks to procure a service provider registered with the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to undertake the role of an Independent Monitoring Agent (IMA) for the Afghanistan Investment Climate Programme (AICP). The IMA will undertake independent verification of the AICP to provide assurance that it can deliver results, use UK and other donors' resources effectively (including the management of fraud and fiduciary risks), and do no harm in a conflict affected environment. Additional information: All relevant information relating to this Contract Notice can be found on the DFID Supplier Portal where suppliers can register their interest directly. If you are not already registered as a supplier on the DFID Supplier Portal please follow the guidance which can be found on the top left of the home page: https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36cb769d-5f75-4250-8e48-e51df42d62e3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Feb 2017 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT |
| Locality | EAST KILBRIDE |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G75 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM95 South Lanarkshire |
| Local authority | South Lanarkshire |
| Electoral ward | East Kilbride West |
| Westminster constituency | East Kilbride and Strathaven |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75211200 - Foreign economic-aid-related services

## Release History

- 22 Nov 2016 at 15:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36cb769d-5f75-4250-8e48-e51df42d62e3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36cb769d-5f75-4250-8e48-e51df42d62e3
  22nd November 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ec28cae6-eda2-4fed-8639-1e3ff443752b
  DFID 7632 Contract Notice
- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/pages/public/viewPublicNotice.cmd?bm90aWNlSWQ9NjY5MDA%3D
  DFID 7632 Contract Notice on the DFID Supplier Portal

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierportal.dfid.gov.uk/selfservice/
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-international-development

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