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Ad title:
RFA: Digitalization Helpdesk
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Deloitte Consulting Overseas Project
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Published: 29 November
/ Deadline: 29 December
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Attached File:
600242_Deloitte____Digitalization_Helpdesk_7638658.zip
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The USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program is a five-year USAID funded Program implemented by Deloitte Consulting LLP in Georgia since February 2024.
The USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program goal is to enhance Georgia`s economic prosperity by strengthening the Middle Corridor, improving rural passenger transportation, and addressing climate impact of Georgia`s transport and logistics industry. The USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program seeks to transform Georgia into a globally competitive hub for transport and logistics, creating high-value jobs and boosting income from new trade activity generated by the increase in cargo flow.
The program will improve rural mobility and, thereby, access to social and market opportunities for women and marginalized populations. These actions will also bring Georgia closer to the European Union.
To achieve these goals, the program will focus on three key areas: (i) Enhancing Competitiveness in the Transport and Logistics Sector. (ii) Strengthening Georgia`s transport linkages to the Middle Corridor. (iii) Building Resilience to Climate Change.
The USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program is pleased to release a grant opportunity announcement: Digitalization Helpdesk (RFA# MCTLP-2024-001)
RFA summary and funding opportunity:
Freight forwarding is crucial in the Transport and Logistics (T&L) industry for coordinating shipments locally and internationally, requiring complex management of transportation modes, compliance, and customs. However, many Georgian companies face digitalization challenges, relying on outdated, manual processes that increase operational costs and inefficiencies. Despite the availability of advanced technologies like automation, AI, and blockchain, these solutions often introduce complexities that require specialized support. The proposed software development Helpdesk (the Helpdesk) will offer targeted support to T&L companies, helping optimize workflows, reduce downtime, and improve digital readiness. This support will enhance competitiveness within the Georgian T&L sector and contribute to the broader digital transformation of the Middle Corridor.
The Program intends to award maximum five (5) Standard Grants under this Call for Concept Papers. The maximum funding for each grant is US $120, 000 equivalent in local currency (GEL).
Eligible Entities:
General eligibility criteria:
To be eligible to apply for and receive funding under the USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program, the Applicant must meet the following criteria:
** A non-U.S. non-governmental organization, for-profit or nonprofit, registered in Georgia (e.g., NGOs, Professional organizations, Research institutions, Commercial organizations);
** Should not appear on the "List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement and Non-Procurement Programs";
** Should not be an individual, political party, governmental entity or official, whether at national or municipal level;
** Should not be affiliated with the Program or any of its directors, officers or employees.
** Organizations whose objectives are not consistent with the broad objectives of the USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program are also ineligible.
Required Experience: The organization and/or proposed staff must have demonstrated at least three (3) years of experience in technical areas relevant to the scope of work or grant focus. This may include the successful implementation of digitalization projects in transport and logistics, focusing on challenges, solutions provided, and outcomes (e.g., improved operational efficiency, cost reductions, and enhanced customer experience).
Cost-Share Requirement: To be eligible for a grant award the Applicants are required to provide a minimum of 1:1 matching, this includes third party contributions.
Application process:
Interested and Eligible entities should complete the Application Package via https://dgrants.fluxx.io/ Grants Portal. Please, follow the above link and register for an account. In case of difficulty with registration and/or application, please, send us a request for assistance at grants@mctlp.ge.
USAID Middle Corridor Transportation and Logistics Program will conduct an Informational Session regarding this grant initiative for all interested parties that will be held at the Program`s office at 8a, Petre Melikishvili Avenue Tbilisi AND online, via Microsoft Teams on December 23 2024, from 16:00 to 17:30 Tbilisi time.
Questions regarding this grant should be submitted to grants@mctlp.ge by Close of Business on January 10, 2025. Responses to questions will be sent to all interested parties on January 15, 2025.
Completed Applications are due by 18:00 (Tbilisi Time) of January 24, 2025.
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