Provision Internet service for NTP facilities;

Organization/Project: Branch of Family Health International (FHI 360) in Tajikistan/ USAID End Tuberculosis Tajikistan Activity

Title of your announcement: Provision Internet service for NTP facilities

Closing date: December 15, 2024

Background:

FHI 360 is a global organization that mobilizes research, resources, and relationships so people everywhere have access to the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy lives. With collaborations in over 60 countries, we work directly with local leaders to advance social and economic equity, improve health and well-being, respond to humanitarian crises, and strengthen community resilience. We share data-driven insights and scalable tools that expand access and equity so communities can effectively address complex challenges, respond to shocks, and achieve thriving futures.

The End Tuberculosis (TB) Tajikistan Activity is based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, and is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to advance evidence-based solutions to increase early TB detection, improve treatment access and cure, and halt the cycle of transmission to prevent TB and drug-resistant TB. To achieve these overarching aims, the USAID End Tuberculosis Tajikistan Activity will implement a locally-led people and community-centered care model to reach every person with TB, enhanced by digital technology and strategic innovations to improve TB systems and services. This five-year activity will reach all health system levels to support the Government of Tajikistan’s goal to end TB.

Purpose of the Request:

Within the USAID End TB Tajikistan Activity, FHI 360 is soliciting bids from Internet Service Providers (ISP) for the provision of high-quality and uninterrupted internet connection services. These services are required for the National Tuberculosis Program of the Republic of Tajikistan based in Dushanbe and TB Prevention Centers in 66 regions of Tajikistan. The goal is to ensure reliable internet connectivity for digital platforms used in these programs.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Experience: The service provider must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the internet provision industry.
2. Licensing: The service provider must possess a valid license to provide internet services in Tajikistan.
3. Technical Support: The service provider must offer 24/7 technical support, ensuring that any issues are addressed within 24 hours.
4. Monitoring Tools: The service provider should provide tools for customer to monitor real-time traffic load and network performance.