This evaluation covers the implementation of the eighth Memorandum of Understanding (MOU8; 2016-2020) between Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and UNICEF Supply Division (SD). UNICEF SD provides procurement services to Gavi. These services cover the supply and procurement, including shipment and delivery, of vaccines and certain vaccine-related supplies funded by Gavi and by those countries fulfilling their co-financing obligation through UNICEF. In addition, UNICEF SD also acts as Gavi’s procurement partner in market shaping activities as set out in Gavi’s Supply and Procurement Strategy (2016-2020), and in the Cold Chain Equipment Optimisation Platform (CCEOP) launched in 2016.
The purpose of the evaluation is to assess how UNICEF and the Gavi Secretariat are performing in the implementation of all aspects covered by the MOU8 with a view to obtain insights in (i) the suitability of the arrangements for the period covered by the MOU8 and (ii) in the changing demands during Gavi’s current and next Strategic Period. The specific objectives include (i) the evaluation of the performance of UNICEF SD as a procurement agency, (ii) the evaluation of effectiveness and efficiency of the changes made to the MOU8 resulting from the earlier identified improvement initiatives, and (iii) reviewing if the design of the MOU is fit for purpose. The results of the evaluation will be used to inform the relevant Gavi Governance Committees regarding possible improvements needed for the remainder of the MOU8 period, informing decisions on structuring a possible next MOU (MOU9), and providing an update on whether UNICEF SD continues to provide Value for Money (VfM) for its services, based on past and current performance.
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Type | |
Joint | No |
Partner/s | N/A |
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Agency Focal Point | Anthony Bellon |
Focal Point Email | abellon@unicef.org |
Managed by Independent Evaluation Office | No |
Geographic Scope | Country |
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