Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 11 LABOR 120309
Apply for DRL 11 LABOR 120309
- The Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Buyer Supplier Request for Proposals" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.345 International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 9, 2012 and posted on Mar 9, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 23, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $350,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $350,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Organizations submitting proposals must meet the following criteria Be a U.S. non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3) or a comparable organization headquartered internationally, or an international organization. Have demonstrated experience administering successful and preferably similar projects. DRL reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering federal grant awards. These applicants may be subject to limited funding on a pilot basis. Be a registered user of www.grants.gov. NOTE This process can take up to one month for new organizations so please register early. See additional details below. Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with in country entities and relevant stakeholders including industry and non governmental organizations. Organizations may form consortia and submit a combined proposal. However, one organization should be designated as the lead applicant. An OMB policy directive published in the Federal Register on Friday, June 27, 2003, requires that all organizations applying for Federal grants or cooperative agreements must provide a Dun and Bradstreet (DB) Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number when applying for all Federal grants or cooperative agreements in or after October 1, 2003. Please reference http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/fedreg/062703grantidentifier.pdf for the complete OMB policy directive. All organizations applying for Federal grants or cooperative agreements will need to be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) http://www.ccr.gov/. Your organizations DUNS number is needed to complete this process.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) issued a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Buyer Supplier Request for Proposals" (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 11 LABOR 120309) to support the launch of structured buyer-supplier dialogues focused on labor rights in China. The award is planned as a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected organization would carry out the project with substantial involvement and coordination with DRL. The central aim is practical and problem-solving: bring key actors in global supply chains into the same conversation to identify and test innovative ways to address the root causes of labor rights violations that can emerge in buyer-supplier relationships, with the ultimate goal of improving working conditions in supplier facilities.
The project concept is built around convening and facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues that include U.S. companies that subcontract manufacturing to China (the buyers), Chinese supplier companies, and a range of experts and advocates. Participants are expected to include researchers from both the United States and China, corporate social responsibility (CSR) and labor rights advocates, representatives of Chinese civil society, and unions or worker-representative entities that can credibly speak to worker interests. In consultation with DRL, the dialogues may also include representatives of the U.S. and the People's Republic of China (PRC) governments. The focus on the "buyer-supplier relationship" highlights the idea that labor conditions are shaped not only by factory-level management decisions, but also by purchasing practices such as pricing pressure, lead times, order volatility, production quotas, and compliance expectations imposed by buyers. The opportunity is therefore oriented toward solutions that change incentives and practices across the supply chain, not just audits or factory-by-factory remediation.
Funding is set at a total of $350,000, with the award ceiling and floor both listed as $350,000, indicating DRL anticipated making one award of a fixed amount rather than a range of award sizes. DRL expected to make one award in total. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The program is associated with CFDA 19.345 (International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor), and the activity category is broadly classified under "Democracy, Human Rights and Labor." The opportunity was posted and created on March 9, 2012, with an application deadline of March 23, 2012, and an archive date of April 22, 2012.
Eligibility is limited primarily to nonprofit organizations with U.S. 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), although the notice also allows comparable organizations headquartered internationally or international organizations. Applicants are expected to demonstrate experience administering successful projects, preferably similar in nature, and DRL reserved the right to request additional background information from organizations without prior federal award experience. In those cases, DRL noted that it might limit funding on a pilot basis. A key capacity requirement is that applicants must already have, or be able to build, active partnerships with in-country entities and relevant stakeholders, including industry and nongovernmental organizations, which is essential for credible convening in China and for sustaining dialogue outcomes beyond one-off meetings.
The solicitation permits consortia applications, but requires a single lead applicant to be designated for submission and award management. Standard federal administrative requirements apply: applicants must be registered on Grants.gov (with a warning that new registrations can take up to a month), must have a Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number (per the referenced OMB policy directive), and must be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR), using the DUNS number to complete that registration. These requirements signal that the implementing organization is expected to manage federal compliance, reporting, and oversight responsibilities typical of U.S. government cooperative agreements.
For full proposal instructions and the complete RFP text, the notice directs applicants to DRL's website. The point of contact listed for questions and access issues is Carrie George, Grants Officer Representative, at (202) 549-8515.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Buyer Supplier Request for Proposals".
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DRL 11 LABOR 120309.
Which U.S. government office is offering this grant?
This opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What is the main purpose of the project?
The central purpose is to support the launch of structured buyer-supplier dialogues focused on labor rights in China. The intent is practical and problem-solving: convene key actors in global supply chains to identify and test innovative approaches to address root causes of labor rights violations that can arise in buyer-supplier relationships, with the ultimate goal of improving working conditions in supplier facilities.
What does "buyer-supplier dialogues" mean in this context?
It refers to convened, facilitated discussions that bring together buyers (U.S. companies that subcontract manufacturing to China), Chinese supplier companies, and other stakeholders to work through labor-rights challenges connected to how supply chains operate.
Why does the opportunity emphasize the "buyer-supplier relationship"?
The solicitation highlights that labor conditions are shaped not only by factory-level management decisions, but also by buyer purchasing practices such as pricing pressure, lead times, order volatility, production quotas, and compliance expectations. The opportunity is oriented toward solutions that change incentives and practices across the supply chain rather than focusing only on audits or factory-by-factory remediation.
Who is expected to participate in the dialogues?
Expected participants include:
- U.S. companies that subcontract manufacturing to China (buyers)
- Chinese supplier companies
- Researchers from both the United States and China
- Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and labor rights advocates
- Representatives of Chinese civil society
- Unions or worker-representative entities that can credibly speak to worker interests
Can U.S. and PRC government representatives be included in the dialogues?
Yes. In consultation with DRL, the dialogues may also include representatives of the U.S. government and the People's Republic of China (PRC) government.
What type of award is anticipated?
The award is planned as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this will be a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement indicates the selected organization would carry out the project with substantial involvement and coordination with DRL, rather than operating entirely independently.
How much funding is available?
The total funding amount listed is $350,000.
Is there a funding range (minimum/maximum award size)?
No. The award ceiling and floor are both listed as $350,000, indicating DRL anticipated making one award of a fixed amount rather than a range of award sizes.
How many awards does DRL expect to make?
DRL expected to make one award.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.345 (International Programs to Support Democracy, Human Rights and Labor).
How is the activity category classified?
The activity category is broadly classified under "Democracy, Human Rights and Labor."
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The opportunity was posted/created on March 9, 2012. The application deadline was March 23, 2012.
Is this opportunity still open?
The notice lists an archive date of April 22, 2012, and the deadline was March 23, 2012.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited primarily to nonprofit organizations with U.S. 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education). The notice also allows comparable organizations headquartered internationally or international organizations.
Are universities or institutions of higher education eligible?
The eligibility description specifies U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits excluding institutions of higher education.
Can an organization outside the United States apply?
Yes. The notice allows comparable organizations headquartered internationally or international organizations.
Does DRL require specific prior experience from applicants?
Applicants are expected to demonstrate experience administering successful projects, preferably similar in nature.
What if an organization has not previously received a federal award?
DRL reserved the right to request additional background information from organizations without prior federal award experience. In those cases, DRL noted it might limit funding on a pilot basis.
What partnerships or in-country capacity are expected for this project?
A key capacity requirement is that applicants must already have, or be able to build, active partnerships with in-country entities and relevant stakeholders, including industry and nongovernmental organizations. This is described as essential for credible convening in China and for sustaining dialogue outcomes beyond one-off meetings.
Are consortium applications allowed?
Yes. The solicitation permits consortia applications.
If applying as a consortium, does there need to be a lead applicant?
Yes. A consortium must designate a single lead applicant for submission and award management.
What federal registrations are required to apply?
Standard federal administrative requirements apply. Applicants must be:
- Registered on Grants.gov (the notice warns new registrations can take up to a month)
- In possession of a DUNS number (Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal Numbering System)
- Registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR) using the DUNS number
How long can Grants.gov registration take?
The notice warns that new Grants.gov registrations can take up to a month.
Where can applicants find the full proposal instructions and complete RFP text?
The notice directs applicants to DRL's website for full proposal instructions and the complete RFP text.
Who is the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The listed point of contact is Carrie George, Grants Officer Representative. Phone: (202) 549-8515.
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