USAID Monitoring & Evaluation for Health Systems Strengthening RFP
USAID has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a 5-year, $50M cooperative agreement to strengthen health systems in Sub-Saharan Africa. The program aims to enhance monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) capacities at national and sub-national levels, with a focus on improving data-driven decision-making for maternal and child health outcomes. The contract covers technical assistance, capacity building, and technology integration for real-time data collection and analysis. GSLI's courses on MEAL and data analysis directly align with the donor's need for robust monitoring frameworks and data utilization.
Strategic Overview
USAID has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a 5-year, $50M cooperative agreement to strengthen health systems in Sub-Saharan Africa. The program aims to enhance monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) capacities at national and sub-national levels, with a focus on improving data-driven decision-making for maternal and child health outcomes. The contract covers technical assistance, capacity building, and technology integration for real-time data collection and analysis. GSLI's courses on MEAL and data analysis directly align with the donor's need for robust monitoring frameworks and data utilization.
Who is it For?
International NGOs, research institutions, and consortia with proven MEL expertise in health systems strengthening. Preference for organizations with local partnerships in target countries (Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda).
Priorities
Strengthening country-led health information systems; improving data quality and use for policy and program decisions; building local capacity for MEL; integrating digital health solutions.
Eligibility
Must have at least 10 years of experience in health MEL; demonstrated ability to manage large-scale, multi-country programs; compliance with USAID’s 2 CFR 200 and ADS 201. Financial management systems audited within last 2 years.
Path to Success
Phase 1: Strategic Alignment – GSLI's 'Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning' course will equip staff to design a results framework aligned with USAID’s MEL objectives. Phase 2: Capacity Building – 'Financial Management for NGOs' ensures compliance with USAID’s stringent financial reporting. Phase 3: Data Integration – 'Data Analysis for Project Management' enables real-time data use for adaptive management. Phase 4: Sustainability – GSLI's 'Grants Management' ensures post-award compliance and reporting. This phased approach positions GSLI as a partner capable of delivering both technical MEL and fiduciary accountability, addressing USAID’s key evaluation criteria.
Recommended GSLI Courses
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
- Financial Management for NGOs
- Data Analysis for Project Management
- Grants Management Training Workshop
Deadline: 2026-07-15
Persona: Public Health
Urgency: Normal