Publication date: 19.05.2024
Lawyer
USAID grants for the construction of modular buildings at Ukrainian border crossings
In an effort to support Ukraine's economic sustainability and logistics capabilities, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a significant opportunity for local suppliers through its Economic Support for Ukraine project. This initiative, implemented by DAI, is aimed at the purchase of modular buildings for the key checkpoints: "Rava-Ruska-Khrebenne" and "Starokazache-Tudora". This article provides important information about the grant application process and key dates for potential providers.
## Overview of grant opportunities
The USAID project invites qualified local suppliers to submit proposals for the purchase and installation of modular buildings at two critical checkpoints:
### Lot 1: Rava-Ruska-Khrebenne
- **Location**: international checkpoint "Rava-Ruska-Khrebenne", Lviv region, Zhovkivskyi district, Rata St., Hrebinsky, 28 checkpoint "Rava-Ruska-Khrebenne".
- **Date of site visit**: May 31, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Kyiv time.
### Lot 2: Old Cossack-Tudor
- **Location**: international checkpoint "Starokozache-Tudory", Odesa region, Belgorod-Dnistrovskyi district, village of Starokozache, on route P-72 checkpoint "Starokozache-Tudory".
- **Date of site visit**: May 28, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. Kyiv time.
### Participation in visiting the site
- **Limit**: two representatives from the organization.
- **Requirements**: provide a list of representatives, their positions, company names and copies of passports by May 23, 2024.
## Key dates and submission information
### Terms
- **Submission of questions**: until 18:00 Kyiv time on May 31, 2024 to ProcurementERA@dai.com.
- **Proposal submission**: by 18:00 Kyiv time on June 10, 2024 to ProcurementERAInbox@dai.com.
### Answers to questions
- All received questions will be answered and sent to all tender participants by e-mail.
## Request for annual program APS-ERA-003
In addition to procurement of modular buildings, USAID's annual request APS-ERA-003 is aimed at improving Ukraine's logistics and export infrastructure. The main goals are:
1. To develop the export and logistics potential of agriculture, especially grain trade.
2. To improve the export infrastructure, technologies and processes along the western borders of Ukraine.
### Potential partners
USAID seeks partnerships with:
- Logistics companies
- Associations or producers of material and technical equipment in agriculture
- Agencies of marketing analysis
- Organizers of business events
- Non-governmental organizations
- Consulting firms
- Providers of educational services
- Government agencies
- Scientific and educational institutions
### Expected results
- In-depth knowledge of best international practices of grain trade.
- Increase in export sales to new markets (e.g. EU, North Africa).
- Funded logistics equipment with high demand.
- Improvement of skills and training of logistics personnel.
- Streamlined processes at checkpoints to increase export potential.
- Strengthened cross-border cooperation with customs authorities of the EU and Moldova.
### Application time
- **Applications accepted until April 15, 2024**
- **Applications accepted until May 31, 2024**
- **Applications accepted until August 31, 2024**
### Submission address
- **Email address**: Grants_ERA@dai.com
## Detailed information
For detailed information on funding, requirements for recipients, types of grant activities, application procedures, selection criteria and other important information, see in Annual Program Request No. APS-ERA-003.
## Conclusion
USAID grants for the construction of modular buildings at Ukrainian border crossings are an important investment in the country's economic and logistics infrastructure. By participating in this initiative, local suppliers can play an important role in increasing Ukraine's operational efficiency and export capabilities. For more information, suppliers are encouraged to attend site visits, observe submission deadlines, and review the detailed instructions provided in the annual program request. These joint efforts are aimed at strengthening Ukraine's economic stability and international trade prospects, paving the way to a stronger and more competitive economy.
