Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 621 12 000002
Apply for RFA 621 12 000002
- The Tanzania USAID Dar es Salaam in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Citizens Engaging in Government Oversight" 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 Sep 5, 2012 and posted on Aug 3, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 26, 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 $9,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This RFA is open to local organizations only. To be considered a local organization, an entity must Be organized under the laws of the recipient country Have its principal place of business in the recipient country Be majority owned by individuals who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the recipient country or be managed by a governing body, the majority of whom are citizens or lawful permanent residents of a recipient country and Not be controlled by a foreign entity or by an individual or individuals who are not citizens or permanent residents of the recipient country. The term controlled by means a majority ownership or beneficiary interest as defined above, or the power, either directly or indirectly, whether exercised or exercisable, to control the election, appointment, or tenure of the organization s managers or a majority of the organization s governing body by any means, e.g., ownership, contract, or operation of law. Foreign entity means an organization that fails to meet any part of the local organization definition. Government controlled and government owned organizations in which the recipient government owns a majority interest or in which the majority of a governing body are government employees, are included in the above definition of local organization.
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Opportunity Summary:
The USAID/Tanzania grant opportunity titled Citizens Engaging in Government Oversight (Funding Opportunity Number RFA 621 12 000002) is a discretionary grant program focused on democracy and governance. It is designed to strengthen the role of civil society in helping citizens engage more effectively in governance and in overseeing how public resources are used. In practical terms, the call is aimed at supporting activities that increase public participation, improve transparency and accountability, and expand citizen oversight of government decision-making and spending, with civil society organizations serving as the main drivers of those efforts.
USAID/Tanzania expects to make around five awards under this opportunity, with an estimated total funding amount of USD 9,000,000. Individual awards are anticipated to fall between USD 1,000,000 (the award floor) and USD 2,000,000 (the award ceiling). The funding instrument is a grant, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Eligibility is limited to local organizations only, using a specific USAID definition of what counts as "local." To qualify, an organization must be legally organized under the laws of the recipient country (Tanzania), have its principal place of business in Tanzania, and be majority owned by Tanzanian citizens or lawful permanent residents, or governed by a board or governing body where the majority are Tanzanian citizens or lawful permanent residents. The organization must also not be controlled by a foreign entity or by individuals who are not Tanzanian citizens or permanent residents. The notice explains that "control" can be direct or indirect and can occur through ownership, contracts, or other legal arrangements that determine who appoints leadership or governs the organization. Interestingly, the eligibility language also indicates that government-controlled and government-owned organizations may still fall under the "local organization" definition so long as they meet the criteria described, including being based in-country and governed/owned by Tanzanian nationals or permanent residents.
The opportunity was posted on August 3, 2012, with an original closing date of August 31, 2012, later extended to a current closing date of September 26, 2012. The archive date is October 26, 2012. The CFDA number listed is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas), which is the standard catalog reference for many USAID-funded assistance programs abroad.
For applicants who cannot access the full announcement electronically, the contact listed is Samuel Kiranga, Acquisition Specialist, reachable by phone at 2668503, associated with USAID in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this USAID/Tanzania grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Citizens Engaging in Government Oversight (Funding Opportunity Number RFA 621 12 000002).
What type of program is this (and what is it focused on)?
This is a discretionary grant program under USAID/Tanzania focused on democracy and governance, specifically strengthening civil society's role in helping citizens engage in governance and oversee how public resources are used.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to strengthen the role of civil society in enabling citizens to engage more effectively in governance and to expand citizen oversight of government decision-making and spending, with an emphasis on transparency, accountability, and public participation.
What types of activities does USAID/Tanzania want to support under this call?
The call is aimed at supporting activities that:
- Increase public participation in governance
- Improve transparency and accountability
- Expand citizen oversight of government decision-making and spending
Civil society organizations are expected to be the primary drivers of these efforts.
How many awards does USAID/Tanzania expect to make?
USAID/Tanzania expects to make approximately five awards under this opportunity.
What is the estimated total funding amount for this opportunity?
The estimated total funding amount is USD 9,000,000.
What is the expected funding range for individual awards?
Individual awards are anticipated to be between USD 1,000,000 (award floor) and USD 2,000,000 (award ceiling).
What is the funding instrument?
The funding instrument is a grant.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute their own funds as a condition of receiving an award.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to local organizations only, using a specific USAID definition of "local."
What does USAID mean by a "local organization" for this opportunity?
To qualify as a local organization (per the notice), an organization must:
- Be legally organized under the laws of the recipient country (Tanzania)
- Have its principal place of business in Tanzania
- Be majority owned by Tanzanian citizens or lawful permanent residents, or be governed by a board/governing body where the majority are Tanzanian citizens or lawful permanent residents
- Not be controlled by a foreign entity or by individuals who are not Tanzanian citizens or permanent residents
What does "not controlled by a foreign entity" mean in this opportunity?
The notice explains that "control" can be direct or indirect and can occur through ownership, contracts, or other legal arrangements that determine who appoints leadership or governs the organization.
Can a government-owned or government-controlled organization qualify as "local" under this definition?
Yes. The eligibility language indicates that government-controlled and government-owned organizations may still fall under the "local organization" definition, as long as they meet the stated criteria (including being based in Tanzania and being owned/governed by Tanzanian nationals or lawful permanent residents, and not being controlled by a foreign entity).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on August 3, 2012.
What was the original closing date and what is the current closing date?
The original closing date was August 31, 2012. The closing date was later extended, and the current closing date is September 26, 2012.
What is the archive date for this opportunity?
The archive date is October 26, 2012.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 98.001, which is labeled as USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
Who can be contacted if an applicant cannot access the full announcement electronically?
Applicants who cannot access the full announcement electronically may contact Samuel Kiranga, Acquisition Specialist, USAID (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania).
What contact phone number is provided for the listed point of contact?
The phone number provided is 2668503.
Where is USAID associated with this opportunity located?
The contact information provided associates USAID with Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
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