USAID Business Forecast
Official USAID pipeline of anticipated contracts and grants, allowing businesses and NGOs to plan for upcoming solicitations from the world's largest bilateral development agency.
Overview
The USAID Business Forecast is the official forward-looking pipeline of anticipated procurement and grant solicitations from the US Agency for International Development, the world's largest bilateral development agency. Published and updated regularly on usaid.gov, the Business Forecast lists anticipated contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements expected to be competed in coming months across USAID's 90+ country missions and technical bureaus. It covers programs in global health, food security, economic growth, democracy and governance, education, environment, and humanitarian assistance, and is an essential planning tool for NGOs, consultancies, and businesses seeking USAID business.
What You Can Find Here
- Anticipated USAID contract and grant solicitations with expected dollar values and timelines
- Upcoming Request for Applications (RFAs) for development programs implementing USAID strategies
- Anticipated procurement for consulting, technical assistance, and evaluation contracts
- Listings by country, region, sector, and procurement type
- Expected competition type (full and open, set-aside, or sole source) for each solicitation
- Incumbent contract information indicating whether existing awards are being re-competed
- Contact information for USAID contracting officers and USAID mission points of contact
Who Should Use This
- NGOs and implementing partners that depend on USAID funding for their development programs
- Business development and capture management teams building USAID grant and contract pipelines
- Consulting firms and contractors planning for USAID technical assistance and evaluation contracts
- Local organisations in USAID-recipient countries seeking opportunities to partner with prime contractors
- Institutional investors and commercial market research services tracking US foreign aid spending
How to Get Started
- Step 1: Visit usaid.gov/work-usaid/business-forecast to access the current USAID Business Forecast
- Step 2: Filter the forecast by country, region, sector (health, food security, democracy, etc.), or procurement type
- Step 3: Review individual forecast entries for details on scope, anticipated timeline, competition type, and value
- Step 4: Contact the listed USAID contracting officer or mission point of contact for additional information
- Step 5: Monitor the USAID solicitations page and beta.sam.gov for when anticipated solicitations are formally issued
- Step 6: Use the forecast for strategic positioning - build teaming arrangements with key partners before solicitations open
Things to Check Before Applying
- The Business Forecast lists anticipated solicitations - timelines and scope can change before formal announcement
- USAID forecast entries do not mean solicitations are guaranteed - programs can be cancelled or modified
- USAID has strict eligibility rules - many larger programs require US-registered entities as prime awardees
- USAID requires registration in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) before receiving any awards
- USAID's New Partnerships Initiative (NPI) specifically works to expand the local organization partner base beyond large US prime contractors
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the USAID Business Forecast the same as USAID's active solicitations?
No. The Business Forecast lists anticipated future solicitations. Active solicitations (currently open for application) are posted on beta.sam.gov and the USAID Grant Solicitations page.
How accurate are Business Forecast timelines?
USAID timelines in the forecast are estimates and frequently slip by weeks or months due to budget cycles, policy changes, or procurement complexity. Treat timeline entries as guidance, not firm dates.
Can local organisations in USAID-recipient countries win USAID awards directly?
Yes, through USAID's New Partnerships Initiative and direct grants from USAID missions. However, many large program awards require US-registered prime contractors who then subcontract locally.
What is the difference between a USAID contract and a USAID grant?
USAID contracts are for purchasing goods or services where USAID defines the deliverables (commercial relationship). USAID grants are for supporting programs where the implementing organisation has greater flexibility in approach (assistance relationship).
How do I register to receive USAID awards?
Register in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) - this is required for all US federal awards. Also create an account on USAID's partner portal and beta.sam.gov to receive solicitation notifications.
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