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    Ask Devex: Can I be included in 2 competing USAID bids?

    In this week's Ask Devex column, a reader asks: "Can I serve as key personnel in the proposals of two different firms competing for the same USAID project?" While there are no precise rules on this issue, advises Devex career expert Kate Warren, there are a few factors that will impact how you should proceed when faced with this dilemma.

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    In this regular column, Devex’s career expert, Kate Warren, answers members’ questions about navigating a career in global development. Submit your questions to askdevex@devex.com.

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