Gilman Global Edge Overseas Seminar Design and Hosting Services

The Institute of International Education (IIE) requests proposals to design and host one of two six-day, five-night Gilman Global Edge Seminars outside the United States for approximately 25 Gilman Alumni in May or June 2027. One seminar will focus on Maritime Leadership, while the second will address Critical Minerals, Mining, and Strategic Supply Chains, Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Innovation, or Cybersecurity and Defense Infrastructure. IIE invites foreign higher education institutions, not-for-profit organizations, for-profit companies, and Fulbright Commissions to submit proposals digitally via email or online by December 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. IIE will host a live pre-bid webinar on November 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, and written questions are due by November 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. An Evaluation Committee will assess proposals based on experience, capacity, and cost-effectiveness, with a maximum budget of $60,000 USD per award under a cost-reimbursement contract. The selected host must provide the venue, catering, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, and logistical support for the seminar between May 1, 2027, and June 30, 2027.