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Cooperative Agreement for American Spaces Program Management in Zambia

This opportunity is a Cooperative Agreement from the U.S. Mission to Zambia for the management and delivery of American Spaces programming across three centers in Zambia. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Zambia - Vendors: - Zambia-US Exchanges Alumni Association (ZUEA) (eligible applicant) - Products/Services Requested: - Program management and implementation services for American Spaces - Delivery of educational, cultural, and professional development activities - Support for the Freedom 250 initiative, including technology, trade, free speech, entrepreneurship, and cultural expression programming - Incorporation of Freedom 250 branding in all activities and materials - Locations: - U.S. Embassy in Lusaka (American Center for Leadership) - National Institute for Public Administration in Lusaka (American Corner) - Copperbelt University in Kitwe (American Corner) - Notable Requirements: - All programming must include Freedom 250 branding - No specific products or equipment are being procured; focus is on programmatic services and fund management - Estimated contract value up to $29,409

Description

The U.S. Embassy in Zambia invites the Zambia-US Exchanges Alumni Association (ZUEA) to submit a proposal for a Cooperative Agreement not to exceed $29,409. The program aims to manage and disburse American Spaces program funds, which are open-access learning and gathering places promoting interaction between local audiences and the United States. The program includes activities such as promoting study at U.S. institutions, professional skill building, and cultural programming. The proposal also supports the Freedom 250 initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence in 2026, focusing on themes like technology, trade, free speech, and entrepreneurship.

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