Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 442 15 000003
Apply for RFA 442 15 000003
- The Cambodia USAID Phnom Penh in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cambodia Democratic Reforms 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 Apr 1, 2015 and posted on Mar 6, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 10, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $8,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $8,500,000.00 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:
The Cambodia Democratic Reforms Program is a USAID/Cambodia funding opportunity offered through a Request for Applications (RFA) for a four-year Cooperative Agreement focused on improving political competition and strengthening government accountability in Cambodia. The program is framed as part of USAID Cambodia's broader mission to help accelerate the country's transformation into a more democratic and prosperous state, and it sits within the U.S. Government's "Governing Justly and Democratically" (GJD) objective under the Foreign Assistance Framework. In practical terms, this means the award is intended to support reforms and activities that make political systems more competitive, transparent, and responsive, rather than concentrating only on service delivery or economic development outcomes.
A central feature of the program is its emphasis on democratic systems and inclusive political participation, with specific attention to expanding the participation and leadership of women and youth in electoral and political processes. The opportunity description highlights strengthening democratic systems as a priority, which commonly includes areas such as improving the integrity and credibility of elections, increasing citizen engagement in political and civic life, and supporting mechanisms that encourage accountability from public institutions and political actors. While the summary text does not list specific required activities, the stated objectives make clear that USAID is looking for programming that directly contributes to more competitive politics and stronger accountability relationships between the government and the public, and that does so in a way that meaningfully brings women and young people into leadership and decision-making roles.
The RFA positions this program as a continuation and evolution of USAID's long-running democracy and governance support in Cambodia, dating back to the post-UNTAC period (1993-1994), when international efforts were heavily focused on rebuilding institutions and supporting electoral processes after conflict. It also explicitly notes that the new program is designed to build on USAID's more recent Accountability in Governance and Politics Program (A-GAP), a six-year effort funded at $20,710,000 and scheduled to conclude on September 30, 2015. By referencing A-GAP, the announcement signals that the new award is expected to leverage lessons learned, relationships, and institutional knowledge from that earlier work, rather than starting from scratch.
In terms of funding and award structure, USAID expected to make one award with an estimated total funding amount of $8,500,000, and both the award ceiling and floor are listed as $8,500,000, indicating a single, fixed anticipated award size rather than a range. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement stated for applicants. The opportunity is categorized as "Other" for both the opportunity category and the funding activity category, with an explanatory note clarifying the purpose as improving political competition and government accountability. The funding instrument is a Cooperative Agreement, which typically implies substantial involvement by the U.S. government during implementation compared to a standard grant, often through collaboration on planning, oversight, and adaptive management as the activity unfolds.
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility details that may have been included in the full announcement. Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number RFA-442-15-000003, a posted date of March 6, 2015, and an application closing date of April 10, 2015, with an archive date of May 10, 2015. The CFDA listing is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The issuing office is USAID Cambodia in Phnom Penh, and the listed point of contact for access issues with the announcement is Sokunn Mealea Prak, Acquisition Specialist, phone 85523728344.
FAQs: Cambodia Democratic Reforms Program (USAID/Cambodia)
What is the Cambodia Democratic Reforms Program?
The Cambodia Democratic Reforms Program is a USAID/Cambodia funding opportunity offered through a Request for Applications (RFA) for a four-year Cooperative Agreement. The program is designed to improve political competition and strengthen government accountability in Cambodia.
What is the main goal of this funding opportunity?
The stated purpose is to support reforms and activities that make political systems more competitive, transparent, and responsive, with a strong emphasis on strengthening accountability relationships between the government and the public.
How does this program fit within USAID and U.S. Government objectives?
The program is framed as part of USAID Cambodia's broader mission to help accelerate Cambodia's transformation into a more democratic and prosperous state. It sits within the U.S. Government's "Governing Justly and Democratically" (GJD) objective under the Foreign Assistance Framework.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The award will be made as a Cooperative Agreement. This typically indicates substantial involvement by the U.S. Government during implementation, often through collaboration on planning, oversight, and adaptive management compared to a standard grant.
How long is the project period?
The opportunity describes a four-year Cooperative Agreement.
How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID expected to make one award under this RFA.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $8,500,000.
Is there a funding range (ceiling and floor), or a fixed amount?
The award ceiling is $8,500,000 and the award floor is also $8,500,000. This indicates a single, fixed anticipated award size rather than a range.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is stated for applicants in the information provided.
What kinds of outcomes or focus areas is USAID looking for?
Based on the stated objectives, USAID is looking for programming that directly contributes to more competitive politics and stronger government accountability. The description also highlights strengthening democratic systems, which commonly includes improving the integrity and credibility of elections, increasing citizen engagement in political and civic life, and supporting mechanisms that encourage accountability from public institutions and political actors.
Does the opportunity require a focus on inclusion (women and youth)?
Yes. A central feature of the program is its emphasis on inclusive political participation, with specific attention to expanding the participation and leadership of women and youth in electoral and political processes and in leadership and decision-making roles.
Are specific required activities listed in the summary provided?
No. The summary text does not list specific required activities, but it clearly signals the objectives: improving political competition, strengthening accountability, and supporting inclusive participation (especially women and youth).
Is this program connected to earlier USAID democracy and governance work in Cambodia?
Yes. The RFA positions the program as a continuation and evolution of USAID's long-running democracy and governance support in Cambodia, dating back to the post-UNTAC period (1993-1994), when international efforts focused on rebuilding institutions and supporting electoral processes after conflict.
Does the program build on any recent USAID program?
Yes. The announcement explicitly notes that the new program is designed to build on USAID's Accountability in Governance and Politics Program (A-GAP), a six-year effort funded at $20,710,000 and scheduled to conclude on September 30, 2015. The reference suggests the new award is expected to leverage lessons learned, relationships, and institutional knowledge from A-GAP.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is RFA-442-15-000003.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posted date is March 6, 2015.
What is the application deadline?
The application closing date is April 10, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is May 10, 2015.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility details that may have been included in the full announcement.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA listing is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
How is the opportunity categorized by the issuer?
The opportunity category is listed as "Other" and the funding activity category is also listed as "Other," with an explanatory note that the purpose is improving political competition and government accountability.
Which USAID office issued this opportunity, and where is it located?
The issuing office is USAID Cambodia in Phnom Penh.
Who is the point of contact for access issues, and how can they be reached?
The listed point of contact for access issues with the announcement is Sokunn Mealea Prak, Acquisition Specialist. The phone number provided is 85523728344.
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