Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 306 13 00000X
Apply for RFA 306 13 00000X
- The Afghanistan USAID Kabul in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Promoting Afghan Civic Engagement (PACE)" 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 22, 2013 and posted on May 22, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This a Draft RFA being posted to solicite comments from interested parties.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $70,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $70,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- This is a full and open competition and all interested and qualified U.S Non Governmental Organizations and Non U.S Non Governemtal Organizations that are either non profit or for profit are encouraged to apply. USAID encourages applications from potential new partners.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Promoting Afghan Civic Engagement (PACE) opportunity is a USAID Kabul funding program designed to strengthen Afghan civil society and media so they can play a more active and effective role in public life. The core aim is to help Afghan citizens and citizen-focused organizations influence public policy, keep watch over government performance and accountability, and advocate for political reform. In practical terms, this kind of program typically supports activities that expand civic participation, improve the ability of civil society groups to organize and communicate, and enhance independent or community-oriented media engagement so public concerns and evidence about government performance can be raised and discussed.
PACE is offered as a discretionary funding opportunity under a Cooperative Agreement, which generally means the U.S. Government expects to stay substantially involved during implementation compared with a standard grant. The total estimated funding is $70,000,000, with an award ceiling of $70,000,000 and an award floor of $5,000,000. USAID anticipates making up to 10 awards, indicating the agency may fund multiple implementers or consortia to cover different regions, themes, or complementary strategies while pursuing the overall objective of stronger civic engagement and oversight.
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas) and includes a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants should plan to contribute a portion of project costs through cash, in-kind support, or other allowable forms of match as specified in the full announcement. Eligibility is described as full and open competition: both U.S. and non-U.S. non-governmental organizations are eligible, whether nonprofit or for-profit, as long as they are qualified. USAID also signals that it welcomes applications from potential new partners, which can be important for organizations that have not previously held USAID awards but can demonstrate capacity and a credible approach.
The notice posted on May 22, 2013 is explicitly labeled as a draft Request for Applications (RFA) intended to solicit comments from interested parties rather than serve as a final application deadline. The listing shows the same language for the original and current closing dates, emphasizing that the agency is in a feedback-gathering stage, and it lists an archive date of June 30, 2013. For access issues or questions about the announcement, the contact provided is Sarah Acio, Senior Assistance Specialist (SAcio@state.gov, phone 93 (0) 702626204).
Promoting Afghan Civic Engagement (PACE) - FAQs
What is the Promoting Afghan Civic Engagement (PACE) opportunity?
PACE is a USAID Kabul funding program intended to strengthen Afghan civil society and media so they can participate more actively and effectively in public life.
What is the main goal of PACE?
The core aim is to help Afghan citizens and citizen-focused organizations influence public policy, monitor government performance and accountability, and advocate for political reform.
What kinds of activities does PACE typically support?
Based on the description provided, PACE typically supports activities that expand civic participation, improve the ability of civil society groups to organize and communicate, and strengthen independent or community-oriented media engagement so public concerns and evidence about government performance can be raised and discussed.
What type of funding mechanism is PACE using?
PACE is offered as a discretionary funding opportunity under a Cooperative Agreement.
What does it mean that PACE is a Cooperative Agreement?
A Cooperative Agreement generally means the U.S. Government expects to be substantially involved during implementation compared with a standard grant.
How much total funding is available under PACE?
The total estimated funding is $70,000,000.
What is the award ceiling for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is $70,000,000.
What is the minimum (award floor) amount for an individual award?
The award floor is $5,000,000.
How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID anticipates making up to 10 awards.
Why might USAID make multiple awards under PACE?
The information indicates USAID may fund multiple implementers or consortia to cover different regions, themes, or complementary strategies while pursuing the overall objective of stronger civic engagement and oversight.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost sharing or matching requirement.
What does the cost sharing or matching requirement imply for applicants?
Applicants should plan to contribute a portion of project costs through cash, in-kind support, or other allowable forms of match as specified in the full announcement.
Who is eligible to apply for PACE?
Eligibility is described as full and open competition. Both U.S. and non-U.S. non-governmental organizations are eligible, whether nonprofit or for-profit, as long as they are qualified.
Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The opportunity states that both nonprofit and for-profit non-governmental organizations may be eligible if they are qualified.
Are non-U.S. organizations eligible to apply?
Yes. The opportunity states that both U.S. and non-U.S. non-governmental organizations are eligible if they are qualified.
Does USAID welcome applications from new partners?
Yes. USAID signals that it welcomes applications from potential new partners, including organizations that have not previously held USAID awards but can demonstrate capacity and a credible approach.
Is the posted notice a final Request for Applications (RFA)?
No. The notice posted on May 22, 2013 is explicitly labeled as a draft RFA intended to solicit comments from interested parties rather than serve as a final application deadline.
What is the purpose of issuing a draft RFA?
Based on the information provided, the draft RFA is intended to gather feedback and comments from interested parties.
What are the listed closing dates for this opportunity?
The listing shows the same language for the original and current closing dates, emphasizing that the agency is in a feedback-gathering stage rather than operating under a final application deadline.
What is the archive date listed for the opportunity?
The archive date is June 30, 2013.
Who is the point of contact for access issues or questions?
The contact provided is Sarah Acio, Senior Assistance Specialist.
What email address is listed for the opportunity contact?
The email address provided is SAcio@state.gov.
What phone number is listed for the opportunity contact?
The phone number provided is 93 (0) 702626204.
Which USAID office is associated with PACE in the description?
The opportunity is described as a USAID Kabul funding program.
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