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Management and Operation of the Edward M. Kennedy Center for Public Service in Dhaka, Bangladesh

This opportunity seeks a qualified non-profit or educational organization to manage and operate the Edward M. Kennedy Center for Public Service (EMK Center) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, under a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of State. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Dhaka, Public Diplomacy Section - Scope of Work: - Manage and operate the EMK Center, a key American Space supporting U.S. foreign policy, education, and cultural engagement in Bangladesh - Supervise local staff and oversee daily operations - Deliver EducationUSA advising services - Design and implement STEM, English language, videography, and photography programs - Maintain technology and equipment for both in-person and virtual participation - Develop and execute a flexible monthly program calendar - Collaborate with Embassy sections and engage U.S. exchange alumni - Products/Services Requested: - General office supplies (12 units) - Laptop (1 unit) - Consultant services for leadership training (12 units) - Consultant services for monitoring and evaluation (12 units) - Sub-award contract to a Jordanian NGO (1 unit, budget/terms TBD) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only not-for-profit organizations, private educational institutions, and public international organizations are eligible; for-profit entities and individuals are not eligible - No construction, charitable, or partisan political activities supported - No specific OEMs or technology brands are specified - Funding range is $450,000 to $550,000 for a 12-month period - Place of Performance: - Edward M. Kennedy Center for Public Service, Dhaka, Bangladesh - U.S. Embassy Dhaka (contracting office)

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Dhaka is seeking proposals to manage and operate the Edward M. Kennedy Center for Public Service. The center supports U.S. foreign policy and national security objectives by engaging young Bangladeshi professionals and U.S. exchange alumni through programs showcasing American excellence in trade, commerce, technology, and education. The selected recipient will manage the center in partnership with the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section, overseeing staff, delivering EducationUSA services, implementing STEM and media programs, maintaining technology, and executing a program calendar to sustain participation in center and embassy activities. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, private educational institutions, and public international organizations; for-profit entities and individuals are not eligible.

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