Field Support Services Project (FSSP) - Caribbean

NOTE: Amendment 1, is raised to change the French title.

The Caribbean Field Support Services Project (FSSP) will provide a range of services in support of the implementation of Canada’s Caribbean Regional Development Program. The FSSP will enable the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) to enhance the quality of the delivery of its programming by providing a platform for mobilising highly qualified Technical Specialists in thematic and sector areas related to DFATD’s priorities. In addition, the administrative and support services provided by an FSSP would contribute to the efficiency of DFATD’s programming.

The FSSP will be instrumental in enabling DFATD to deliver on commitments and results in the Caribbean. It will provide specific local knowledge and expertise that will broaden DFATD’s understanding of local development issues and inform the design of sound development strategies. It will provide administrative and logistical services in support of program delivery and oversight. It will facilitate delivery of a range of technical services including strategic, technical analysis and advice in line with Canada’s development priority themes, sectors and initiatives, including cross-cutting issues; knowledge-sharing and research initiatives; monitoring of investments, including results reporting, capturing lessons learned and risk assessment; and support for emerging priorities.

The Contractor will be responsible for the implementation of all aspects of the FSSP. The Contractor must render administrative, technical, financial, procurement and logistical services as well as support the Local Development Initiative (LDI) on an as required basis. To implement and manage the project, the Contractor must:

i) acquire and maintain sound and practical knowledge of the various relevant policies, regulations, guidelines and procedures governing the Government of Canada and DFATD’s development programming.

ii) comply with and respect locally applicable laws, regulations and practices, including those for local human resources management and local contracting (for goods and services). The Contractor must also be aware of current and planned local and regional laws and regulations that might affect the FSSP and the Contractor’s ability to function in the Project Location.