DFID 8178 INVEST AFRICA Programme Contract Notice

Tender description

DFID's aim, through this programme is to contribute towards the economic transformation needed in Africa tocreate more and better jobs and to set countries on a trajectory out of poverty . The programme will supportincreased foreign direct investment (FDI) into manufacturing which in turn will boost productivity by introducingnew technology and management capabilities, increase the capabilities of the workforce and diffuse theseimprovements into the wider economy. The aim of Invest Africa is to generate formal employment, which in turncreates social stability. The recipients of this service will be the Governments of targeted African countries andthe beneficiaries of those services. DFID intends to award a contract for an initial term of 7 years with a budgetrange of £50m - £70m (inclusive of VAT and all applicable government taxes). DFID may extend the duration upto an additional 2 years with a maximum total contract value of £130m (inclusive of VAT and all applicable taxes)