Opportunity Information: Apply for USAID BANGLADESH 388 08 003 RFA
Apply for USAID BANGLADESH 388 08 003 RFA
- The Bangladesh USAID Dhaka in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Actions for Combating Trafficking in Person (ACT) Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 12, 2008 and posted on Jun 12, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 21, 2008 All applications are due by July 21, 2008.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
USAID/Bangladesh announced a discretionary funding opportunity to support a four-year cooperative agreement called the Actions for Combating Trafficking in Person (ACT) Program. The program is designed to reduce human trafficking in Bangladesh by taking a broad, coordinated approach that aligns with the United States Government framework built around three linked pillars: Prevention, Protection, and Prosecution. Rather than treating trafficking as a single-issue problem, the activity is meant to address the full cycle of risk, exploitation, victim support, and accountability, with the larger goal of strengthening human security and reinforcing the rule of law in Bangladesh.
The core objectives focus on preventing trafficking in persons, improving protection services for victims, and strengthening the Government of Bangladesh's ability to prosecute traffickers and trafficking-related crimes. On the prevention side, the opportunity emphasizes reducing vulnerability before exploitation occurs, including work that targets people and communities most at risk. On the protection side, it calls for better victim care and stronger systems to identify, support, and assist survivors in ways that are safer and more effective. On the prosecution side, it seeks to improve public-sector capacity and effectiveness in investigating and prosecuting trafficking cases, helping ensure traffickers face consequences and that justice institutions are better equipped to respond.
The scope prioritizes vulnerable populations, with particular attention to victims and potential victims of trafficking into the sex trade, while also explicitly highlighting trafficking connected to labor migration. This includes preventing labor migration abuses that can lead to forced labor or other trafficking outcomes among migrant workers. The solicitation notes that the ACT project is expected to build on existing in-country efforts, including ongoing or previous USAID-supported activities, suggesting applicants should design interventions that complement and strengthen what is already in place rather than duplicating it.
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, meaning USAID expects substantial involvement in the program during implementation compared to a standard grant. USAID anticipated making one award, with an estimated total funding amount of approximately USD 3.5 million, and an award ceiling of USD 3.5 million. Cost sharing or matching was not required. Eligibility was listed as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional clarifications in the full announcement.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number USAID BANGLADESH 388 08 003 RFA and the CFDA number 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The opportunity was posted on June 12, 2008, with applications due by July 21, 2008, and an archive date of August 20, 2008. For applicants who had trouble accessing the full announcement electronically, USAID provided points of contact in Dhaka: Rafiqul Islam and Sirajam Munir, reachable by phone at 880 2 885 5500.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity supports a four-year cooperative agreement called the Actions for Combating Trafficking in Person (ACT) Program.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
This discretionary funding opportunity was announced by USAID/Bangladesh.
What problem is the ACT Program intended to address?
The ACT Program is designed to reduce human trafficking in Bangladesh by addressing trafficking risks, exploitation, victim support, and accountability in a broad and coordinated way.
What overall approach does the program follow?
The activity aligns with the United States Government framework built around three linked pillars: Prevention, Protection, and Prosecution. The opportunity emphasizes addressing trafficking as a full cycle rather than as a single-issue problem.
What are the core objectives of the ACT Program?
The core objectives focus on: (1) preventing trafficking in persons, (2) improving protection services for victims, and (3) strengthening the Government of Bangladesh's ability to prosecute traffickers and trafficking-related crimes.
What types of activities are included under the Prevention pillar?
Prevention activities emphasize reducing vulnerability before exploitation occurs, including efforts that target people and communities most at risk.
What types of activities are included under the Protection pillar?
Protection activities focus on improving victim care and strengthening systems to identify, support, and assist survivors in ways that are safer and more effective.
What types of activities are included under the Prosecution pillar?
Prosecution activities aim to strengthen public-sector capacity and effectiveness to investigate and prosecute trafficking cases, support accountability for traffickers, and improve how justice institutions respond.
Which populations does the scope prioritize?
The scope prioritizes vulnerable populations, with particular attention to victims and potential victims of trafficking into the sex trade.
Does the opportunity address trafficking risks tied to labor migration?
Yes. The solicitation explicitly highlights trafficking connected to labor migration, including preventing labor migration abuses that can lead to forced labor or other trafficking outcomes among migrant workers.
Is the ACT Program expected to coordinate with existing efforts in Bangladesh?
Yes. The solicitation states the ACT project is expected to build on existing in-country efforts, including ongoing or previous USAID-supported activities. Proposed interventions are expected to complement and strengthen what is already in place rather than duplicate it.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement means USAID expects substantial involvement during implementation compared to a standard grant.
How many awards was USAID expecting to make?
USAID anticipated making one award.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is approximately USD 3.5 million.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is USD 3.5 million.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. Cost sharing or matching was not required.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted (open to any type of entity), subject to any additional clarifications in the full announcement.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is USAID BANGLADESH 388 08 003 RFA.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on June 12, 2008.
What was the application deadline?
Applications were due by July 21, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was August 20, 2008.
Who can applicants contact if they have trouble accessing the full announcement electronically?
USAID provided points of contact in Dhaka: Rafiqul Islam and Sirajam Munir.
What phone number was provided for the Dhaka points of contact?
The phone number provided was 880 2 885 5500.
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