Logistical Support for Rule of Law, Citizen Security, and Law Enforcement Projects in Honduras and El Salvador | Apply Online

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) What is the title of this grant opportunity?

The opportunity is titled "Logistical Support for Rule of Law, Citizen Security, and Law Enforcement Projects in Honduras and El Salvador."

2) Which U.S. government office is issuing this opportunity?

It was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL).

3) What type of funding is this (grant, contract, or something else)?

This is discretionary funding and is structured as a cooperative agreement.

4) What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?

A cooperative agreement typically means the U.S. government expects substantial involvement during implementation. In practical terms, the awardee should expect ongoing coordination with INL, close communication on implementation priorities, and possible approvals for key activities.

5) What is the main purpose of this opportunity?

The core purpose is to provide logistical support that enables rule of law, citizen security, and law enforcement projects to operate effectively in Honduras and El Salvador.

6) What kinds of activities might "logistical support" include under this opportunity?

Based on the description provided, logistical support is framed as an operational backbone for INL-supported activities. This often includes administrative and operational functions such as coordinating travel and events, arranging trainings and meetings, supporting procurement and distribution of approved equipment or supplies, managing venue and participant logistics, and maintaining documentation and reporting aligned with U.S. government standards.

7) Is reporting and documentation a major part of the work?

Yes. The opportunity emphasizes meeting INL reporting requirements, indicating that strong monitoring, documentation, and timely submission of required reports would be a significant part of performance.

8) What countries are covered by this opportunity?

The geographic focus is Honduras and El Salvador.

9) Who is eligible to apply?

Eligibility is focused on organizations that are locally registered and operating in-country in Honduras or El Salvador. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations (with or without U.S. 501(c)(3) status), educational institutions, and private institutions, as long as they can demonstrate current registration in Honduras or El Salvador, competent programmatic ability, and the ability to comply with INL reporting requirements.

10) Does an applicant need to have a physical or legal presence in Honduras or El Salvador?

Yes. The central requirement described is that the applicant must be locally registered and operating in-country in Honduras or El Salvador and be able to demonstrate current registration in one of those countries.

11) Are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations required?

No. The eligibility description explicitly includes nonprofit organizations both with and without U.S. 501(c)(3) status, provided they meet the in-country registration and operational requirements in Honduras or El Salvador and can comply with INL requirements.

12) Are private institutions eligible?

Yes. Private institutions are listed as eligible, as long as they are locally registered and operating in-country in Honduras or El Salvador and can meet programmatic and reporting requirements.

13) Is cost sharing or matching required?

No. The opportunity states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.

14) If cost sharing is not required, what capacity expectations still apply?

Even without a matching requirement, applicants generally still need to demonstrate they have the systems and capacity to manage funds responsibly, deliver the required logistical support, and comply with INL reporting requirements.

15) What is the anticipated funding range for an award?

The anticipated award floor is $2,000,000 and the award ceiling is $4,100,000.

16) What activity area or sector does this opportunity fall under?

It is aligned with the Law, Justice, and Legal Services activity area.

17) What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?

The opportunity is tied to CFDA number 19.705 (Transnational Crime).

18) How does "Transnational Crime" relate to this program?

The description indicates the work is meant to reinforce justice and security initiatives that can also help counter cross-border criminal threats, consistent with CFDA 19.705 (Transnational Crime).

19) What is the funding opportunity number?

The funding opportunity number is INL 15CA0049 WHP 072115.

20) When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?

The opportunity was posted/created on July 21, 2015. The original and final closing date was September 14, 2015.

21) When was the opportunity archived?

The archive date listed is October 14, 2015.

22) Who should be contacted for access issues related to the full announcement?

The point of contact listed for access issues is Clarissa Adamson at AdamsonCS@state.gov.

23) What kind of relationship should an awardee expect with INL during implementation?

Because the instrument is a cooperative agreement, the awardee should expect ongoing coordination with INL, including close communication on implementation priorities and the possibility of INL involvement in or approval of key activities.

24) What is the overall role of the awardee described in this opportunity?

The opportunity describes the awardee as providing the practical support structure behind INL rule of law and citizen security programming in Honduras and El Salvador, helping ensure trainings, coordination activities, operational needs, and compliance-driven reporting can be executed reliably and at scale.