Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 13 GR 038 SCA 07312013
Apply for SCAKAB 13 GR 038 SCA 07312013
- The U.S. Mission to Afghanistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Maintenance and Operations Grant for Herat University Media Operations Center (MOC)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501 Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 31, 2013 and posted on Jul 31, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 31, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligibility is open to all U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies with direct experience in building and equipment repair and maintenance, and a proven track record of success implementing projects in Afghanistan. Organizations must demonstrate current country registration license (when applicable), competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Non Afghan organizations or companies (organizations with NO office in Afghanistan) are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Maintenance and Operations Grant for the Herat University Media Operations Center (MOC) is a discretionary grant opportunity issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul under funding opportunity number SCAKAB 13 GR 038 (SCA 07312013). The grant falls under the Public Diplomacy and education/program facilities support category (CFDA 19.501, Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan). Its purpose is straightforward: the U.S. Embassy has already funded and completed the construction and outfitting of a Media Operations Center at Herat University, and this award is intended to keep that facility running effectively through day-to-day operations and ongoing maintenance for a period of up to 24 months.
The MOC itself is described as a modern training and production facility intended to strengthen Herat Universitys capacity to develop and distribute print, radio, and television content. The center is meant to improve students ability to create and broadcast their own material, including community-focused information products, and to expand both faculty and student skills in using contemporary media production technologies. Since the building and equipment have already been delivered and installed, the emphasis of this funding opportunity is on sustaining the centers functionality and ensuring it continues to operate smoothly, rather than on construction or initial procurement.
Funding is expected to support a single award, with an estimated total available amount of $200,000. The award ceiling is $200,000 and the award floor is $100,000, and there is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed. The opportunity was posted on July 31, 2013, with an application deadline of August 31, 2013, and it was later archived on September 30, 2013.
Eligibility is open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies, but applicants must have direct experience with building and equipment repair and maintenance and must show a proven record of successfully implementing projects in Afghanistan. Applicants are also expected to demonstrate that they have appropriate in-country registration or licensing when applicable, that they have the programmatic capacity to perform the work, and that they can meet required reporting obligations. A key condition applies to organizations that do not already have an office in Afghanistan: non-Afghan entities without an in-country presence are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company in order to be eligible.
The issuing agency is listed as the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan, with the PAS Grants Manager, Pedro Palugyai, identified as the contact for access issues related to the full announcement and for inquiries and submissions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the Maintenance and Operations Grant for the Herat University Media Operations Center (MOC).
Who is issuing this grant?
The grant is a discretionary funding opportunity issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, listed under the U.S. Mission to Afghanistan.
What is the funding opportunity number and identifier?
The funding opportunity number is SCAKAB 13 GR 038, and it is also referenced as SCA 07312013.
What program category does this grant fall under?
It falls under Public Diplomacy and education/program facilities support, under CFDA 19.501 (Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan).
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to keep the Herat University Media Operations Center (MOC) running effectively through day-to-day operations and ongoing maintenance for up to 24 months.
What is the Media Operations Center (MOC) at Herat University?
The MOC is described as a modern training and production facility intended to strengthen Herat University's capacity to develop and distribute print, radio, and television content, and to improve faculty and student skills with contemporary media production technologies.
Is this grant for construction or buying new equipment?
No. The U.S. Embassy has already funded and completed the construction and outfitting of the MOC, and the building and equipment have already been delivered and installed. This opportunity emphasizes sustaining functionality through operations and maintenance rather than construction or initial procurement.
How long can the grant support the MOC?
The award is intended to support operations and maintenance for a period of up to 24 months.
How many awards are expected?
Funding is expected to support a single award.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total available funding amount is $200,000.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The award floor is $100,000 and the award ceiling is $200,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is open to U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies, subject to the stated experience and partnering requirements.
What experience must applicants have?
Applicants must have direct experience with building and equipment repair and maintenance, and must demonstrate a proven record of successfully implementing projects in Afghanistan.
Are there in-country registration or licensing expectations?
Yes. Applicants are expected to demonstrate that they have appropriate in-country registration or licensing when applicable.
Do applicants need to demonstrate capacity and reporting ability?
Yes. Applicants are expected to show they have the programmatic capacity to perform the work and that they can meet required reporting obligations.
Can a non-Afghan organization apply if it does not have an office in Afghanistan?
Only if it partners with an Afghan organization or company. Non-Afghan entities without an in-country presence are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company to be eligible.
What is the primary focus of activities supported by this grant?
The focus is on day-to-day operations and ongoing maintenance to ensure the MOC continues to operate smoothly and remains functional.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on July 31, 2013.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was August 31, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on September 30, 2013.
Who is the contact person for questions or access issues?
The PAS Grants Manager, Pedro Palugyai, is identified as the contact for access issues related to the full announcement and for inquiries and submissions.
What types of media does the MOC support?
The MOC is intended to support development and distribution of print, radio, and television content.
What outcomes is the MOC intended to improve?
The center is meant to improve students' ability to create and broadcast their own material (including community-focused information products) and to expand faculty and student skills in modern media production technologies.
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