Opportunity Information: Apply for ILAB NOI 15 02
Apply for ILAB NOI 15 02
- The Bureau of International Labor Affairs in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Project to Promote Ratification and Implementation of the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 17.401 International Labor Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 4, 2015 and posted on May 4, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This is a Notice of Intent (NOI) and not a request for funding applications.. (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 $9,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This Notice of Intent (NOI) is not a request for applications. This announcement is to provide public notice of the Department of Labor s (DOL) intention to fund the following project activities without full and open competition.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Project to Promote Ratification and Implementation of the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor" is a U.S. Department of Labor initiative issued by the Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB). It is published as a Notice of Intent (NOI), meaning it is not an open call for applications and does not invite competitive proposals. Instead, it serves as formal public notice that ILAB intends to make a single Cooperative Agreement award without full and open competition, specifically with the International Labour Organization (ILO), to advance international efforts to prevent and eliminate forced labor.
The central purpose of the project is to strengthen global and national action around the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor. These instruments are designed to reinforce countries' obligations to prevent forced labor, protect victims, and ensure access to justice and remedies. The project described in the notice focuses on accelerating both ratification of the Protocol by additional countries and real-world implementation of the Protocol and accompanying Recommendation through practical, on-the-ground support and policy improvements.
The planned work is organized around three main tracks. First, the project will promote ratification and implementation by providing technical assistance to national governments and other key stakeholders. In practical terms, this can include helping countries review existing laws and policies, drafting or revising legislation and national action plans, improving coordination among ministries and enforcement bodies, and building the institutional capacity needed to carry out forced labor prevention and response measures in line with the 2014 standards.
Second, the project will support interventions at both the global level and within specific countries to move the broader campaign to eradicate forced labor forward. The notice highlights several examples of expected interventions, including identifying and addressing gaps in legislation, conducting awareness-raising campaigns to reduce vulnerability and improve reporting, improving supply chain monitoring to detect and reduce forced labor risks in production and procurement, and delivering training for law enforcement and labor inspection officials so they can identify forced labor indicators and respond effectively. It also calls out strengthening "best practices" related to victim compensation and other remedies, along with research activities such as studies and surveys to improve the evidence base, map prevalence and risk factors, and help governments and partners target resources where they are most needed.
Third, the project will develop and implement direct action measures that are specifically aimed at prevention, victim protection, and remediation. This includes practical steps to stop forced labor before it occurs, improve identification and protection of victims, and ensure that survivors have meaningful access to remediation. A notable emphasis in the notice is on compensation for material and physical harm, signaling an intent to move beyond awareness and compliance activities toward victim-centered outcomes that include financial and restorative remedies where appropriate.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and uses a Cooperative Agreement as the funding instrument, which typically indicates substantial involvement by the federal agency in guiding or collaborating on project execution compared with a standard grant. The CFDA number listed is 17.401 (International Labor Programs). There is no cost sharing or matching requirement noted. The estimated total funding amount is USD 9,000,000, and the award ceiling is also USD 9,000,000, suggesting a single award at that level is anticipated.
The opportunity was posted and created on May 4, 2015, and archived on May 17, 2015. Because it is an NOI rather than a solicitation, the listing does not include an application deadline; the closing date fields explicitly state that it is not a request for funding applications. Eligibility is therefore not presented in the usual competitive sense. Instead, the notice states the intent to fund the described activities without full and open competition, with the ILO identified as the anticipated partner organization.
For further details, the notice points readers to ILAB resources (via an additional information link to ILAB's website). It also provides a point of contact for access issues related to the full announcement: Mr. Dorjan Chaney, Grant Management Specialist, reachable at chaney.dorjan@dol.gov. The legal authority cited for ILAB to award and administer the cooperative agreement is the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Public Law 113-235).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Project to Promote Ratification and Implementation of the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor."
Which U.S. agency is associated with this opportunity?
This is a U.S. Department of Labor initiative issued by the Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB).
Is this an open funding opportunity where organizations can submit applications?
No. It is published as a Notice of Intent (NOI), which is not an open call for applications and does not invite competitive proposals.
What does it mean that this listing is a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
In this context, the NOI serves as formal public notice that ILAB intends to make a single award without full and open competition. It is not a solicitation and is not requesting funding applications.
Who is the intended recipient of the award?
The notice specifies that ILAB intends to make a single Cooperative Agreement award with the International Labour Organization (ILO).
How many awards are anticipated under this notice?
The notice indicates ILAB intends to make a single award, with the award ceiling matching the estimated total funding amount.
What is the main purpose of the project described in the notice?
The central purpose is to strengthen global and national action around the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor, with a focus on accelerating ratification and supporting real-world implementation.
What are the 2014 ILO Protocol and Recommendation on Forced Labor intended to do?
They are designed to reinforce countries' obligations to prevent forced labor, protect victims, and ensure access to justice and remedies.
What are the main tracks of work planned under the project?
The planned work is organized around three tracks: (1) technical assistance to promote ratification and implementation, (2) global and country-level interventions to advance forced labor eradication efforts, and (3) direct action measures aimed at prevention, victim protection, and remediation.
What kinds of technical assistance may be provided to governments and stakeholders?
Examples mentioned include reviewing existing laws and policies, drafting or revising legislation and national action plans, improving coordination among ministries and enforcement bodies, and building institutional capacity to carry out forced labor prevention and response measures aligned with the 2014 standards.
What types of interventions are highlighted to support forced labor eradication efforts?
The notice highlights interventions such as identifying and addressing gaps in legislation, conducting awareness-raising campaigns, improving supply chain monitoring to detect and reduce forced labor risks in production and procurement, and training law enforcement and labor inspection officials to identify forced labor indicators and respond effectively.
Does the project include work related to victim compensation and remedies?
Yes. The notice emphasizes strengthening best practices related to victim compensation and other remedies and includes a focus on ensuring survivors have meaningful access to remediation, including compensation for material and physical harm.
Is research included as part of the expected activities?
Yes. The notice references research activities such as studies and surveys to improve the evidence base, map prevalence and risk factors, and help governments and partners target resources where they are most needed.
What does the notice say about direct action measures?
Direct action measures are intended to support prevention, improve identification and protection of victims, and ensure access to remediation, with a notable emphasis on compensation for material and physical harm.
What type of funding is this categorized as?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The notice specifies a Cooperative Agreement as the funding instrument.
What does a Cooperative Agreement imply about ILAB's role?
The listing notes that a Cooperative Agreement typically indicates substantial involvement by the federal agency in guiding or collaborating on project execution compared with a standard grant.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 17.401 (International Labor Programs).
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is USD 9,000,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is USD 9,000,000.
Is there a cost sharing or matching requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is noted in the information provided.
When was the opportunity posted and when was it archived?
It was posted and created on May 4, 2015, and archived on May 17, 2015.
Is there an application deadline listed?
No. Because this is an NOI rather than a solicitation, the listing does not include an application deadline and explicitly states it is not a request for funding applications.
How is eligibility described in the notice?
Eligibility is not presented in a typical competitive sense. The notice states the intent to fund the described activities without full and open competition and identifies the ILO as the anticipated partner organization.
Where does the notice direct readers for additional information?
The notice points readers to ILAB resources via an additional information link to ILAB's website.
Who is the point of contact listed for access issues related to the full announcement?
The listed point of contact is Mr. Dorjan Chaney, Grant Management Specialist.
What is the email address for the listed point of contact?
The email provided is chaney.dorjan@dol.gov.
What legal authority is cited for ILAB to award and administer this cooperative agreement?
The legal authority cited is the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (Public Law 113-235).
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