Opportunity Information: Apply for DRL 08 IRAQ DEMOCRACY RFP
Apply for DRL 08 IRAQ DEMOCRACY RFP
- 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 "FY08 DF Iraq Democracy and Governance RFP" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 8, 2008 and posted on Aug 8, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 22, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $25,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Organizations submitting proposals should meet the following criteria Be a non profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3). Applicants must submit proof of non profit status, or proof that they are seeking non profit status, in the application at the time of submission. Have demonstrated experience administering successful projects, preferably in or regarding Iraq, other countries of the Middle East, or similarly challenging program environments. 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. Have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with in country organization(s). Organizations may form consortia and submit a combined statement of interest. However, one organization should be designated as the lead applicant. DRL will not consider proposals that reflect any type of support, for any member, affiliate, or representative of a designated terrorist organization, whether or not elected members of government.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY08 DF Iraq Democracy and Governance RFP (Funding Opportunity Number DRL 08 IRAQ DEMOCRACY RFP) was a U.S. Department of State grant competition run by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) using Fiscal Year 2008 Democracy Fund resources. It was framed around the United States Strategy for Democracy and Governance in Iraq, 2007-2010, which DRL submitted to Congress in July 2007. The grant opportunity sought proposals that would tackle the strategy's critical democracy and governance challenges in Iraq through practical programs focused on democracy, rule of law, and governance. The central outcome the State Department wanted supported was a political and civic environment in which Iraqi citizens, civil society organizations, and democratic institutions can work together to reduce violence and establish a sustainable system of governance that is accountable and responsive to the public.
This was an earmark-category opportunity and the funding instrument was a grant. DRL set a large funding range, with an award floor of $1,000,000 and an award ceiling of $25,000,000, signaling interest in substantial, scalable initiatives rather than small pilot projects, although DRL noted it could limit funding for less-proven applicants on a pilot basis. Cost sharing or matching funds were not required, which generally lowers barriers to participation for qualified nonprofit implementers. The opportunity was posted on August 8, 2008, and closed on August 22, 2008, with an archive date of September 21, 2008, reflecting a short application window typical of some time-sensitive foreign assistance competitions.
Eligibility was primarily aimed at nonprofit organizations that meet the requirements of 26 USC 501(c)(3). Applicants were required to submit proof of nonprofit status, or documentation showing they were seeking nonprofit status, at the time of application. Beyond legal status, DRL emphasized the need for demonstrated experience administering successful projects in difficult environments, preferably in Iraq, or at least in the Middle East or similarly challenging conflict and post-conflict contexts. DRL reserved the right to request additional background from organizations without prior federal grant experience and indicated those applicants could receive limited, pilot-style awards. Applicants also needed to have existing partnerships, or the capacity to build active partnerships, with in-country organizations, reflecting a strong preference for locally grounded implementation and credible on-the-ground relationships.
The announcement allowed consortium applications, letting multiple organizations submit together under a combined statement of interest, as long as one entity served as the lead applicant. It also included a firm restriction excluding proposals that would provide any type of support to any member, affiliate, or representative of a designated terrorist organization, whether or not that person held elected office, underscoring compliance expectations tied to U.S. law and policy.
For applicants or interested parties who could not access the full announcement electronically, the listed point of contact was Sun Cho, Program Coordinator, reachable by phone at 202-261-8029.
FAQs: FY08 DF Iraq Democracy and Governance RFP (DRL 08 IRAQ DEMOCRACY RFP)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the "FY08 DF Iraq Democracy and Governance RFP" and it uses the Funding Opportunity Number "DRL 08 IRAQ DEMOCRACY RFP."
Which U.S. government office ran this competition?
This was a U.S. Department of State grant competition run by the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL).
What funding source supported the awards?
The competition used Fiscal Year 2008 Democracy Fund resources.
What was the strategy framework behind the RFP?
The RFP was framed around the United States Strategy for Democracy and Governance in Iraq, 2007-2010, which DRL submitted to Congress in July 2007.
What was the overall purpose of the grant opportunity?
The opportunity sought proposals to address critical democracy and governance challenges in Iraq through practical programs focused on democracy, rule of law, and governance.
What central outcome was the State Department seeking to support?
The desired outcome was a political and civic environment where Iraqi citizens, civil society organizations, and democratic institutions can work together to reduce violence and establish a sustainable system of governance that is accountable and responsive to the public.
What type of funding instrument was used?
The funding instrument for this opportunity was a grant.
Was this an earmark-category opportunity?
Yes. The announcement described it as an earmark-category opportunity.
What was the award size range?
DRL set an award floor of $1,000,000 and an award ceiling of $25,000,000.
Did the funding range suggest a preference for certain project types or scales?
Yes. The large range signaled interest in substantial, scalable initiatives rather than small pilot projects, while still noting DRL could limit funding for less-proven applicants on a pilot basis.
Were cost sharing or matching funds required?
No. Cost sharing or matching funds were not required.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on August 8, 2008.
What was the application deadline?
The opportunity closed on August 22, 2008.
What was the archive date?
The archive date was September 21, 2008.
How long was the application window?
Based on the posted and closing dates, applicants had a short application window (August 8, 2008 to August 22, 2008).
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was primarily aimed at nonprofit organizations that meet the requirements of 26 USC 501(c)(3).
What documentation of nonprofit status was required?
Applicants were required to submit proof of nonprofit status, or documentation showing they were seeking nonprofit status, at the time of application.
What kind of prior experience did DRL emphasize for applicants?
DRL emphasized demonstrated experience administering successful projects in difficult environments, preferably in Iraq, or at least in the Middle East or similarly challenging conflict and post-conflict contexts.
Could organizations without prior federal grant experience apply?
Yes, but DRL reserved the right to request additional background from organizations without prior federal grant experience and indicated those applicants could receive limited, pilot-style awards.
Were local partnerships in Iraq important for this opportunity?
Yes. Applicants needed to have existing partnerships, or the capacity to build active partnerships, with in-country organizations. This reflected a strong preference for locally grounded implementation and credible on-the-ground relationships.
Were consortium applications allowed?
Yes. The announcement allowed consortium applications in which multiple organizations could submit together under a combined statement of interest.
If applying as a consortium, does one organization need to lead?
Yes. Consortium applications were allowed as long as one entity served as the lead applicant.
Were there restrictions related to designated terrorist organizations?
Yes. The announcement excluded proposals that would provide any type of support to any member, affiliate, or representative of a designated terrorist organization, whether or not that person held elected office.
Why was that restriction highlighted?
The restriction underscored compliance expectations tied to U.S. law and policy.
Who was the point of contact for people who could not access the full announcement electronically?
The listed point of contact was Sun Cho, Program Coordinator.
How could the point of contact be reached?
Sun Cho could be reached by phone at 202-261-8029.
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