Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 14 CA 007 SCA 05282014
Apply for SCAKAB 14 CA 007 SCA 05282014
- 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 "Outfitting and Management of Computer Labs at Public University Womens Dormitories in Afghanistan" 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 May 28, 2014 and posted on May 28, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 9, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $600,000.00 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 Afghan non profit, Non Government Organizations with direct experience in procuring and operating Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems and equipment working successfully in Kabul, Herat, and Mazar e Sharif managing budgets and human resources working in Afghanistan, especially with vendors, suppliers, contractors, etc. working with Afghan government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Higher Education and Afghan public universities, in ICT education projects developing and implementing ICT education programs. Organizations must demonstrate a proven track record of success implementing projects in Afghanistan. Organizations must demonstrate current country registration license, competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Organizations may partner with other entities, but only one organization can be the prime recipient of the award. When partnering with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal.
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Opportunity Summary:
This grant opportunity, titled "Outfitting and Management of Computer Labs at Public University Womens Dormitories in Afghanistan," was issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul under Funding Opportunity Number SCAKAB 14 CA 007 (SCA 05282014). It is a discretionary public diplomacy program funded through CFDA 19.501 (Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan) and will be implemented through a cooperative agreement, meaning the funder is likely to remain engaged during implementation rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant.
The core purpose of the award is to select one qualified Afghan non-profit, non-governmental organization to furnish, operate, and maintain computer laboratories located specifically in womens dormitories at three major public universities: Herat University, Balkh University (in Mazar-e Sharif), and Kabul University. The project is not limited to purchasing equipment; it explicitly covers end-to-end establishment and ongoing management of the labs. That includes procurement and installation of ICT hardware and related materials, the necessary furnishings to make the labs functional, and the continuing operational requirements to keep the labs running for students over the project period.
Funding for the program is substantial, with an estimated total of USD 600,000. The award is expected to be made to a single recipient, with proposals anticipated to fall within a range defined by an award floor of USD 400,000 and an award ceiling of USD 600,000. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, which reduces the financial burden on applicants and signals that the U.S. Mission intended the selected organization to be able to deliver the full scope using grant funds as the primary funding source.
The scope of costs that may be covered is broad and explicitly includes all logistical costs, materials, hardware, furnishings, personnel, and operating expenses. In practical terms, this language indicates the applicant is expected to plan for both setup and sustainability: sourcing and transporting equipment, equipping physical space, staffing for lab supervision and technical support, providing routine maintenance and repairs, and handling the recurring costs needed to keep the labs functional. Because the activity is framed as outfitting plus management, proposals would reasonably be expected to include operational plans such as usage policies, staffing schedules, maintenance protocols, budgeting for consumables and replacement parts, and reporting systems to document results and performance.
Eligibility is limited to registered Afghan non-profit NGOs with demonstrated, relevant capacity and a proven track record delivering projects in Afghanistan. The opportunity emphasizes direct experience in procuring and operating ICT systems and equipment, and it specifically calls for successful operational experience in Kabul, Herat, and Mazar-e Sharif. Beyond technical capability, applicants must show they can manage budgets and human resources effectively, work with Afghan vendors and contractors, and coordinate with Afghan government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Higher Education and public universities, in ICT education projects. The notice also highlights experience developing and implementing ICT education programs, suggesting that the funder valued not only the physical labs but also the educational usefulness and structured programming that could occur in those spaces.
Applicants are required to demonstrate that they have a current country registration license, solid programmatic ability, and the capacity to meet reporting requirements, which is typical for U.S. government-funded assistance and usually implies regular financial and program reporting, documentation of deliverables, and compliance with award conditions. Partnerships are allowed, but only one organization can serve as the prime recipient. If partnering, the proposal must clearly define each partner's roles and responsibilities, reinforcing that PAS wanted clear accountability and a single entity responsible for performance under the cooperative agreement.
The timeline in the announcement shows it was posted and created on May 28, 2014, with an original and current closing date of July 9, 2014, and an archive date of August 8, 2014. The point of contact listed for access issues is Deborah B. Smith, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Kabul, indicating that inquiries and submissions were managed through PAS grant administration channels.
Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a combined infrastructure-and-operations project intended to expand womens access to ICT resources inside university dormitory environments, delivered through a single Afghan NGO capable of procurement, technical management, staffing, and coordination with public universities and the Ministry of Higher Education across three major Afghan cities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Outfitting and Management of Computer Labs at Public University Womens Dormitories in Afghanistan."
Who issued this funding opportunity?
It was issued by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SCAKAB 14 CA 007 (SCA 05282014).
What CFDA program is this funded through?
This is funded through CFDA 19.501, described as Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan.
What type of award is expected (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The program will be implemented through a cooperative agreement, which typically means the funder is likely to remain engaged during implementation rather than providing a fully hands-off grant.
What is the main purpose of the award?
The purpose is to select one qualified Afghan non-profit, non-governmental organization to furnish, operate, and maintain computer laboratories in womens dormitories at three major public universities in Afghanistan.
Which universities and locations are included in the project?
The labs are to be located in womens dormitories at:
- Herat University (Herat)
- Balkh University (Mazar-e Sharif)
- Kabul University (Kabul)
Is this opportunity limited to purchasing computer equipment?
No. The scope explicitly includes end-to-end establishment and ongoing management of the labs, not just procurement. It covers furnishing, operating, and maintaining the labs over the project period.
What types of costs are allowed under this opportunity?
The allowable cost scope is broad and explicitly includes logistical costs, materials, ICT hardware, related materials, furnishings, personnel, and operating expenses needed to set up and keep the labs running.
Does the opportunity include installation and setup, or only procurement?
It includes procurement and installation of ICT hardware and related materials, along with the necessary furnishings to make the labs functional.
Is ongoing maintenance and lab operation part of the required scope?
Yes. The project specifically includes continuing operational requirements, including operating and maintaining the labs for students throughout the project period.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding is USD 600,000.
What is the expected award range (floor and ceiling)?
Proposals are anticipated to fall within an award floor of USD 400,000 and an award ceiling of USD 600,000.
How many awards does the funder expect to make?
The award is expected to be made to a single recipient.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to registered Afghan non-profit NGOs with demonstrated relevant capacity and a proven track record delivering projects in Afghanistan.
What experience is emphasized for applicants?
The opportunity emphasizes direct experience in procuring and operating ICT systems and equipment, along with successful operational experience in Kabul, Herat, and Mazar-e Sharif.
Are applicants expected to coordinate with Afghan government institutions?
Yes. The notice highlights the ability to coordinate with Afghan government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Higher Education and public universities, in ICT education projects.
Does the opportunity value ICT education programming in addition to physical labs?
Yes. It highlights experience developing and implementing ICT education programs, suggesting the funder valued educational usefulness and structured programming enabled by the labs.
What organizational capabilities are applicants expected to demonstrate?
Applicants are expected to demonstrate capacity to manage budgets and human resources effectively, work with Afghan vendors and contractors, procure and operate ICT equipment, and meet reporting requirements.
Are reporting requirements mentioned?
Yes. Applicants must show the capacity to meet reporting requirements typical of U.S. government-funded assistance, including program and financial reporting and documentation of deliverables.
Is a current registration license required?
Yes. Applicants are required to demonstrate they have a current country registration license.
Are partnerships or consortium applications allowed?
Partnerships are allowed, but only one organization can serve as the prime recipient.
If partnering, what must the proposal include?
If partners are involved, the proposal must clearly define each partner's roles and responsibilities, with a single prime organization responsible for performance under the cooperative agreement.
When was the opportunity posted?
The announcement was posted/created on May 28, 2014.
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date listed is July 9, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed is August 8, 2014.
Who is the point of contact for access issues?
The point of contact listed for access issues is Deborah B. Smith, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Kabul.
What kind of project outcomes is this opportunity trying to support?
Based on the description, the project is intended to expand womens access to ICT resources within university dormitory environments by ensuring labs are properly outfitted and consistently managed across three major public universities.
What should a strong proposal reasonably plan for, given the stated scope?
Because the activity combines outfitting and management, a strong proposal would reasonably include plans for sourcing and transporting equipment, furnishing spaces, staffing for supervision and technical support, routine maintenance and repairs, and recurring operational costs to keep the labs functional, along with systems to document results and performance.
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