Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 176 12 000005
Apply for RFA 176 12 000005
- The Kazakhstan USAID Almaty in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance 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 May 24, 2012 and posted on Apr 4, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2012 By Amendment No. 2 the closing date has been extended to May 31, 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 $8,120,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $8,120,000.00 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 Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance Program (CGP) is a USAID-funded initiative designed to strengthen the working relationship between civil society organizations and the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic so they can jointly deliver public services more effectively. The central idea is to improve the "social compact" between citizens and the state by making government more responsive and accountable while also helping civil society become more credible and sustainable over the long term. In practical terms, the opportunity focuses on building systems and partnerships where government institutions and non-government actors coordinate, share responsibilities, and improve how services reach communities.
The program is structured around three main components. First, it promotes stronger government support for social procurements, meaning it encourages public institutions to contract or fund civil society and other non-state providers to deliver social services, using clearer rules and more reliable mechanisms. Second, it provides capacity-building support so that both civil society groups and relevant government counterparts can improve technical skills, organizational management, and implementation ability, which is necessary if service delivery partnerships are going to be consistent and trusted. Third, it supports civic advocacy and government oversight, aiming to ensure citizens and civic organizations can monitor performance, push for reforms, and hold public bodies accountable in a constructive way, rather than leaving service delivery decisions and results opaque.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, this is a discretionary grant opportunity issued as a cooperative agreement, which typically means USAID expects to remain actively involved in guiding or collaborating during implementation rather than simply providing funds with minimal engagement. The opportunity is categorized under Democracy and Governance. USAID anticipated making one award, with an estimated total funding amount of $8,120,000. The ceiling for the award is also $8,120,000, while the minimum award floor is listed as $1. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants would be expected to contribute resources or secure matching support as defined in the full announcement.
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning the competition is generally open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text. The opportunity was posted on April 4, 2012, created on May 24, 2012, and originally closed on May 18, 2012. Through Amendment No. 2, the closing date was extended to May 31, 2012, and the opportunity was later archived on June 17, 2012. The funding opportunity number is RFA 176 12 000005, and it is associated with CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The issuing USAID office is listed as USAID Kazakhstan in Almaty, and the contact person provided for access issues is Natalia Portnyagina, Acquisition Specialist, at phone number 7272504802.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance Program (CGP)?
The Kyrgyzstan Collaborative Governance Program (CGP) is a USAID-funded initiative intended to strengthen the working relationship between civil society organizations and the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic so they can jointly deliver public services more effectively. The program’s core aim is to improve the “social compact” between citizens and the state by encouraging more responsive and accountable government while supporting civil society credibility and long-term sustainability.
What is the main goal of this grant opportunity?
The main goal is to build systems and partnerships where government institutions and non-government actors coordinate, share responsibilities, and improve how public services reach communities. This includes improving collaboration, strengthening service delivery arrangements, and supporting constructive oversight and advocacy.
What are the three main components of the program?
The opportunity is structured around three components:
- Support for social procurements: Encouraging public institutions to contract or fund civil society and other non-state providers to deliver social services through clearer rules and more reliable mechanisms.
- Capacity building: Strengthening technical skills, organizational management, and implementation capacity for civil society groups and relevant government counterparts.
- Civic advocacy and government oversight: Supporting citizens and civic organizations to monitor performance, advocate for reforms, and hold public bodies accountable in constructive ways.
What does “social procurements” mean in the context of this program?
In this context, “social procurements” refers to government support for contracting or funding civil society organizations and other non-state providers to deliver social services, using clearer procedures and more dependable mechanisms so that service delivery partnerships can be consistent and trusted.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity issued as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that the award is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates that USAID expects to remain actively involved during implementation, providing guidance or collaborating with the recipient, rather than only providing funds with minimal engagement.
What funding category does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is categorized under Democracy and Governance.
How many awards did USAID anticipate making?
USAID anticipated making one award.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $8,120,000.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The award ceiling is listed as $8,120,000.
What is the minimum award amount?
The minimum award floor is listed as $1.
Is cost share or matching required?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, meaning applicants would be expected to contribute resources or secure matching support as defined in the full announcement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning the competition is generally open to any type of entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is RFA 176 12 000005.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is associated with CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 4, 2012.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity record was created on May 24, 2012.
What was the original closing date?
The opportunity originally closed on May 18, 2012.
Was the closing date extended?
Yes. Through Amendment No. 2, the closing date was extended to May 31, 2012.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 17, 2012.
Which USAID office issued this opportunity?
The issuing USAID office is listed as USAID Kazakhstan in Almaty.
Who is the point of contact for access issues?
The contact person provided for access issues is Natalia Portnyagina, Acquisition Specialist.
What contact phone number is provided for access issues?
The phone number provided is 7272504802.
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