RFP FIFA Foundation Digital Education Equipamiento Tecnológico (EN)

FIFA Foundation Digital Education Programme

Introduction

• FIFA and the FIFA Foundation: The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the global governing body for association football, futsal, and beach soccer. The FIFA Foundation supports social change through football-based programs.
• Request for Proposal (RFP): FIFA invites companies to propose solutions for the "FIFA Foundation Digital Education Programme," aimed at promoting digital learning and skill development in underprivileged areas.

Concept

• Programme Overview: The Digital Education Programme provides knowledge, mentoring, training, and digital resources to primary schools in underprivileged areas, focusing on digital education, programming, and educational robotics.
• Location: The programme is being implemented in Paraguay with support from the Ministry of Science and Education (MEC) and the Paraguayan Football Association (APF).
• Target Audience: Up to 25,000 students aged 6 to 11 across 100 schools over three years.
• Objectives: To foster social inclusion and educational innovation through a combination of education, technology, and football.

Services and Technical Deliverables

• Supply of Technological Equipment: The RFP focuses on supplying schools with necessary technological equipment, including:
  • Video Projectors: 26 units with HD resolution, projection range from 30” to 300”, and lamp lifespan >30,000 hours.
  • Portable Computing Devices: 820 units tailored for the school years, with specific configurations and features.
  • Charging Trolleys: 31 units capable of holding at least 16 units each, with lockable security systems and smart charging.
  • Robotics Kits: 1,819 kits with assembly parts for building educational prototypes suitable for different grades.

Quality Requirements and Specifications

• Design: The programme name or FIFA Foundation logo must be visible on all devices.
• Compatibility: Devices must be compatible with Paraguay's standard electrical supply and connectors.
• Warranty and Support: Two to three-year manufacturer’s warranty and technical support.
• Samples: Samples of each product, including software from the programming and robotics kit, must be provided immediately after the contract start date.
• Packing and Delivery: Clear labeling of school names and detailed inventories. Items must be delivered by 15 January 2025, with a maximum of two delivery dates separated by 15 days.

Main Partners and Service Providers

• Main Partners: Ministry of Science and Education (MEC), Paraguayan Football Association (APF), FIFA Foundation.
• Service Providers:
  • Operational: Project management, partner and supplier coordination, event organization, logistics, monitoring, evaluation, and communication.
  • Pedagogical: Pedagogical technical proposal, methodology, content design, educator training and mentoring, family and school environment awareness, and material development.
  • Technological: Supply of technical equipment such as robotics kits, projectors, netbooks, and charging carts.

This summary outlines the key aspects of the FIFA Foundation Digital Education Programme, focusing on the objectives, target audience, and the necessary technological equipment and support required.