Governance in Development Helpdesk - Phase 3

### 📋 Tender Overview The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is seeking expressions of interest for **Phase 3 of the Governance in Development Helpdesk (GDH 3)**. This initiative aims to provide DFAT staff with continuous access to specialized governance technical expertise to support high-quality, politically aware, and technically sound policy and program development. ### 🎯 Scope and Objectives The successful provider will deliver: * **Technical Expertise:** On-demand governance advice to inform regional stability and prosperity. * **Policy Support:** Facilitation of governance-focused policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement. * **Strategic Alignment:** Ensuring coherent program approaches across the Australian Aid Program. ### 🏗️ Requirements and Qualifications * **Multi-stage Process:** The procurement involves a two-step evaluation: (1) Capability and (2) Approach and Resourcing. * **Submission Standards:** Responses must be in English, adhere to specific page limits, and utilize provided 'Response Forms' in PDF or Microsoft Word format. * **Timeline:** The contract covers an initial three-year term (mid-2026 to mid-2029) with a potential three-year extension option (mid-2029 to mid-2032). ### 🔍 Search Keywords Governance, Development, Helpdesk, DFAT, Policy Advisory, Management Advisory Services, International Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Australian Aid, Technical Expertise.