037-000200 Uniting academic, scientific, technological, and innovation efforts between the District Health Secretariat and the University of the Andes for the strengthening of talent training

This tender outlines a collaborative initiative between the District Health Secretariat (Secretaría Distrital de Salud) and the University of the Andes (Universidad de los Andes) to foster synergy in academic, scientific, technological, and innovation endeavors. The primary objective is to enhance the training of human talent within the health sector, thereby strengthening the capacity of both institutions. This collaboration will also focus on promoting and developing scientific research and extension activities designed to address the specific health needs of the population in Bogotá.

A key aspect of this agreement is the generation, transfer, appropriation, and management of knowledge. This aims to leverage the intellectual capital of both the Secretariat and the University, ensuring that research findings and innovations are effectively disseminated and integrated into practice. The partnership is expected to facilitate mutual learning and the development of joint projects that hold significant value for public health.

The contracting entity is the District Financial Health Fund (Fondo Financiero Distrital de Salud). The contract type is specified as 'Other,' and the modality is Direct Contracting (with offers). The reference number for this procurement is FFDS-CD-1219-2020. While the specific location is not defined, it pertains to the Capital District of Bogotá. The duration of this collaborative agreement is set for four years, indicating a long-term commitment to achieving the outlined goals of talent development, research advancement, and knowledge management in the health domain.

This is a services contract in the health and medical services, education and training and Research sectors, with a focus on Health Workforce, Higher Education and Research Institutions. Located in Colombia, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through SECOP II Colombia, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the health and medical services sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.