Côte d’Ivoire - Recruitment firm for MCA positions
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MILLENNIUM CHALLENGE CORPORATION
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Additional Details
This Special Procurement Notice announces an opportunity for qualified consulting firms to provide recruitment services for MCA (Millennium Challenge Account) positions under the Compact Régional Energie project in the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. The procurement is managed by the Technical Unit of the Regional Compact Program Formulation Committee (CFPCR-MCC), which serves as the accountable entity for this initiative. The project is financed by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), with funding appropriated by the U.S. Congress and made available in full at the outset of the compact, ensuring that contract payments are secure and typically processed directly by the U.S. Treasury.
The primary objective of this procurement is to engage a recruitment firm capable of sourcing, vetting, and recommending qualified candidates for key MCA positions essential to the successful implementation of the Compact Régional Energie. The selected firm will be expected to deliver comprehensive recruitment services, adhering to the standards and requirements outlined in the MCC Procurement and Policy Guidelines (PPG). The scope of work will likely include candidate outreach, assessment, and facilitation of the hiring process for various technical and managerial roles within the MCA structure, although specific deliverables should be confirmed by reviewing the full solicitation documents.
This procurement is classified as Consultant Services (Firms) and is open to all eligible offerors as defined in the MCC PPG. The selection process will follow the Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) procedures, emphasizing both the technical quality and cost-effectiveness of proposals. Interested firms can access the complete set of bidding documents via the provided Pcloud link and are encouraged to register their interest using the designated online form. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 7th, 2026, at 3:00 pm Abidjan time; while attendance is recommended to clarify requirements and expectations, it is not mandatory.
All proposals must be submitted electronically through the specified File Request Link by May 21st, 2026, before 3:00 PM (Abidjan time). Submissions via email, physical delivery, or any method other than the designated electronic portal will not be accepted. Late submissions will be rejected without exception.
The place of performance for this contract is Côte d’Ivoire, with the primary point of contact located at Cocody Riviera Golf 4 - Cité Terre Afrique, 583, Rue Dr Balla KEITA, Côte d’Ivoire. The Interim Procurement Agent serves as the main contact for inquiries and can be reached at [email protected], with additional contacts at [email protected] and [email protected]. Further information about the project and procurement process is available on the CFPCR-MCC website: https://cfpcr-mcc.ci/en/home/.
It is important to note that this procurement is not conducted under the U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations and is not administered by the U.S. Government; the resulting contract will be awarded by the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. Interested firms should consult the full announcement for any updates and direct all questions to the contacts listed in the notice.
This opportunity is well-suited for firms with demonstrated experience in high-level recruitment for international development projects, particularly those familiar with MCC-funded initiatives and the operational context of West Africa. Firms should ensure compliance with all submission requirements and deadlines to be considered for this contract.