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ICF is an international consulting firm working in public policy, international development and ports and logistics. In February 2012 the GHK group was acquired by ICF International (www.icfi.com). Public policy: ICF provides research, strategy, evaluation and analytical services in public policy. We have teams working on issues as diverse as employment, environment, education, climate change, innovation, health, welfare, justice, governance and social policy. We work around the policy cycle - identifying problems, advising on the design of policies and strategies, and providing impact assessments, implementation support and evaluations. International development: ICF manages and implements large urban development and transport sector projects. We are experienced in implementing assignments which involve strategic assessments of urban institutions; recommending sound policy advice; developing operational frameworks for institutional reforms; and preparing effective priority investments for future projects. Ports and logistics: Our team provide technical and advisory services that cover: strategic & master planning, forecasting & scenario planning, benchmarking & competitiveness assessment, independent market assessment & due diligence, feasibility studies & investment appraisal, cost benefit / impact assessment, public-private partnership (PPP), regulatory advice, pricing, tariff, concessions and economic development.

The Urban Institute is a research-to-impact institution founded on one simple idea: To improve lives and strengthen communities, we need practices and policies that work. From advancing well-being to fostering shared prosperity, leaders across sectors are working every day to create brighter futures for all people and communities. For more than 50 years, Urban has delivered evidence and solutions that drive meaningful change, and this remains our charge today.

LISC is one of the country’s largest community development organizations, helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America. LISC works with residents and partners to close gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity so that people and places can thrive.