Updated 9 July 2014.

With reference to the below announcement “Request for Proposals (RFP): Pilot HIV Intervention Programme Targeting Men who Have Sex with Men (MSM) in Malaysia”, please note that the submission deadline is now extended to 28 July 2014.

Revised deadline: Monday, 28 July 2014, 5:00PM.

All other information remains as is.

Kindly be advised.

Malaysian AIDS Council

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Release date: 23 June 2014.

The Malaysian AIDS Council (MAC) is pleased to announce the availability of USD574,000 to support the implementation of aninnovative service delivery model focused on HIV prevention and treatment cascade for MSM in Malaysia.

Deadline: Monday, 14 July 2014, 5.00 PM.

Available Support

• USD574,000 over 21 months (October 2014—June 2016)
• Support up to two pilot intervention projects
• Performance period to start no later than 1 October 2014

Background

Malaysia has a concentrated epidemic among most at-risk populations (MARPs). Preliminary results from the 2012 integrated biological and behavioural surveillance (IBBS) show that HIV prevalence among people who inject drugs (PWIDs) is 18.9%; 4.2% among female sex workers (FSWs); 5.7% among transgender sex workers (TGSWs); and 12.6 % among men who have sex with men (MSMs).  During the Mid-term Review of the National Strategic Plan (NSP) on HIV and AIDS in May 2013, the stakeholders recognised the increasing rate of sexual transmission, especially among MSM and women in general, and the need to address the changing patterns of HIV epidemic in the country.

The main objectives of the Global Fund Malaysia Round 10 Grant are to increase coverage of services among PWIDs and sex workers as well as to start a new activity in Implementation Period 2 (January 2014—June 2016) targeting MSM. The activity includes mapping of available services and gaps for MSM through operational research, which was recently completed in May 2014, and roll-out of a pilot HIV prevention services among MSM, starting October 2014 to June 2016. The goal of the pilot prevention project is to improve the prevention services among MSM via pilot entry points and introduce a comprehensive package of services. MAC, the Principal Recipient of the Global Fund Grant, received additional funding of 574,000 USD for the pilot intervention project.

Funding Priorities

This request for proposal (RFP) solicits proposals for innovative community-led projects relevant to reducing the impact of HIV/AIDS among MSMs in Malaysia. Based on the Operational Research* to investigate the barriers and facilitators to accessing HIV prevention and healthcare services completed in May 2014, and the key recommendations provided during the MSM Strategy Workshop on 9 June 2014, the following are the prioritization of services, gaps  identified, and detailed concept:

 *The full report of the above mentioned Operational Research on MSM in Malaysia will be made available only upon request. Kindly write in to [email protected] for a soft copy.

Statement of Work

Questions for Proposal Development**

1. Describe your geographical scope and the number of MSM that you are targeting to reach? Please describe the sub-population’s profile you are reaching and mode of outreach.
2. Which gaps, highlighted in the background note, is applicable to your setting?
3. How would you address those gaps?
4. How would you work with government healthcare workers in addressing these gaps?

**please refer to proposal form

Priority will be given to proposals that reflect innovative approaches, helping to create a set of evidence-based models of interventions to reduce the spread and impact of HIV/AIDS among MSM. Since Global Fund’s investment is relatively modest, the focus should be on demonstrating feasibility of addressing service gaps. The proposal is not required to maximize the number of cases reached. However, we would like for proposers to work within the following M&E Framework:

• Number of MSM screened by a rapid test
• Number of MSM notified HIV positive (7 % of total MSM screened)
• Number of HIV+ MSM on ART (2 % of total MSM screened)

Review Process

Proposals received under this RFP will be evaluated by MAC’s Technical Review Panel, comprised of technical partners, researchers, and community experts who have relevant expertise in project implementation, and MAC’s Global Fund senior management team.

Eligibility and Qualifications

1. Technical approach (50%)

Proposal clearly states the strategic approach, including communication strategy, and describes the approach to providing the services described in the statement of work.

The proposal should provide details related to what they consider necessary to fully implement the proposed approach or method. The proposal should reflect a clear understanding of the nature of the work being undertaken and the environment in which the work must be performed.

2. Qualifications and Experience of proposed Key Personnel (10%)

Proposal includes the qualifications of the proposed key personnel who will be responsible for delivering the services. Suggested personnel should have the necessary education, technical knowledge and experience to undertake services as described in the solicitation.

CVs of: a) Programme Manager, b) Senior Administrative Officer (day-to-day contact). Each resume may not exceed 3 pages in length and shall be in chronological order starting with the most recent experience and summarizing the relevant experience and qualifications.

3. Past performance (10%)

Past performance of supplier in delivering similar services as required in this solicitation.

Two (2) to three (3) recent contracts executed within the last five years which are similar in nature to the technical requirements of the solicitation. The proposal includes place, period of performance and description of work.

4. Financial Performance and Budget (30%)

Proposal includes a budget that is appropriate, complete, and sufficiently justified. It should also reflect good financial record and stability.

Forms and Instructions

Please complete attached documents titled MSM Pilot Form (Word document) and MSM Performance Framework & Budget (Excel spreadsheet).

Application Submissions

Email submission (preferred). Email the completed application as an attachment to: [email protected]

Hard copy submission to be sent by mail or courier to:

Attachments:

MSM Pilot Form

MSM Pilot Performance Framework & Budget

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