USAID – Combating Trafficking in Persons (TIP) annual certification requirement

All USAID contracts include a Combating Trafficking in Persons (C-TIP) provision (FAR 52.222-50) prohibiting contractors from using forced labor in the performance of their awards. (See specifically FAR 52.222-50(b)(3)). In addition, contractors with awards to be performed outside the United States where the estimated value of services exceeds $550,000 are required to: 1) submit an … [Read more…]

USAID – Addressing SAM Registration Issues for USAID Partners

Fom USAID on December 14, 2022 In April 2022, the new SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) replaced the DUNS number as the official government-wide identifier used for federal awards. USAID has been actively engaging with the General Services Administration (GSA) team to ensure that our partners are able to get meet the new registration requirements. Highlighted … [Read more…]