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American Innovation Hubs: AI Hardware, Software, and Training for Indonesia

The U.S. Embassy Jakarta, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking a partner to implement the American Innovation Hubs program in Indonesia. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Jakarta - Public Diplomacy Section - Program Scope: - Transform five American Corners (Pontianak, Malang, Yogyakarta, Ambon, Makassar) into modern innovation hubs - Equip centers with U.S.-built artificial intelligence (AI) hardware and licensed American AI software - Deliver sustained, skills-based programming and digital content (podcasts, AI-generated media) - Train at least 1,500 Indonesian youth, creative professionals, and MSMEs in American AI tools and standards - Professionalize and build capacity for 25 local staff - Organize hackathons and a national Grand Final event - OEMs and Vendors: - Only U.S. technology providers are referenced; no specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are named - Products/Services Requested: - U.S.-built AI hardware (unspecified models/brands) - Licensed American AI software (unspecified platforms) - Implementation services for training, content creation, and partnership development - Unique Requirements: - Substantial U.S. Mission involvement in program oversight (approval of program design, staff selection, featured AI tools) - Eligible applicants: non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals (for-profit entities excluded) - Focus on American technology and standards - Funding: - Total available funding is $263,114 - Period of Performance: - 24 months, with potential for continuation grants based on performance and funding

Description

The U.S. Mission to Indonesia seeks a partner to implement the American Innovation Hubs program, which aims to transform five American Corners in Indonesia into modern innovation spaces equipped with U.S. AI hardware and software. The program targets Indonesian youth, creatives, and MSMEs to build skills in full-stack American AI tools and standards, fostering demand for U.S. AI technologies. It includes professionalizing local staff, delivering sustained programming, and producing tangible digital content outputs. The award will be a cooperative agreement with substantial involvement from the U.S. Embassy.

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