Opportunity Information: Apply for USAID BANGLADESH 388 09 005 RFA
Apply for USAID BANGLADESH 388 09 005 RFA
- The Bangladesh USAID Dhaka 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 Democratic Institutions and Practices (PRODIP)" 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 Aug 17, 2009 and posted on Aug 17, 2009.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Oct 5, 2009. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $23,500,000.00 in funding.
- 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 Promoting Democratic Institutions and Practices (PRODIP) opportunity was a USAID Bangladesh request for applications (RFA) to fund a five-year program focused on strengthening democratic governance in Bangladesh. It was issued by the U.S. Agency for International Development mission in Dhaka as a Cooperative Agreement, which generally signals a grant-style award where USAID expects substantial involvement during implementation (for example, collaboration on work planning, monitoring, and key technical decisions) rather than a hands-off relationship.
The core purpose of PRODIP was to reinforce democratic institutions and practices by concentrating on two closely linked areas. First, it aimed to strengthen the Bangladesh Parliament so it could function more effectively as a central democratic institution. Second, it sought to enhance the role of civil society in political governance, reflecting an emphasis on a broader ecosystem of participation, oversight, and public engagement around governance processes. The overarching objective, tying these pieces together, was to help ensure Parliament operates as an effective, open, and accountable body, meaning more capable performance, greater transparency and accessibility, and stronger mechanisms for responsibility to the public and democratic norms.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, the opportunity fell under the Democratic Governance category and was listed under CFDA 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The award amount was sizable, with an anticipated funding range between $20,000,000 (floor) and $23,500,000 (ceiling) for the full period of performance. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement, reducing the need for applicants to bring non-federal funds to the table as a condition of eligibility. Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning applications were open to a wide range of entity types, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications contained in the full announcement.
Key dates show this was a time-bound competition in 2009. The opportunity was posted and created on August 17, 2009, with an application deadline (original and current closing date) of October 5, 2009. The listing was later archived on November 4, 2009. The funding opportunity number was USAID BANGLADESH 388 09 005 RFA, and the title was Promoting Democratic Institutions and Practices (PRODIP), which would be the identifying references applicants would use when preparing and submitting materials or making inquiries.
For questions or issues accessing the complete announcement, the designated USAID contact was M. Sirajam Munir, an Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, reachable by phone at 8855500 or by email at smunir@usaid.gov.
FAQs: Promoting Democratic Institutions and Practices (PRODIP) - USAID Bangladesh
What is the PRODIP funding opportunity?
PRODIP (Promoting Democratic Institutions and Practices) was a USAID Bangladesh Request for Applications (RFA) to support a five-year program focused on strengthening democratic governance in Bangladesh.
Which government entity issued this opportunity?
The opportunity was issued by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), specifically the USAID mission in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
What type of award was PRODIP?
PRODIP was planned as a Cooperative Agreement. This generally indicates a grant-style award where USAID expects substantial involvement during implementation (such as collaboration on work planning, monitoring, and key technical decisions), rather than a fully hands-off relationship.
What was the overall purpose of PRODIP?
The core purpose was to reinforce democratic institutions and practices in Bangladesh by focusing on strengthening the Bangladesh Parliament and enhancing the role of civil society in political governance.
What were the main program focus areas?
The opportunity emphasized two closely linked areas:
- Strengthening the Bangladesh Parliament so it can function more effectively as a central democratic institution.
- Enhancing the role of civil society in political governance to support participation, oversight, and public engagement around governance processes.
What was the overarching objective of the program?
The overarching objective was to help ensure Parliament operates as an effective, open, and accountable body, including improved performance, greater transparency and accessibility, and stronger mechanisms for responsibility to the public and democratic norms.
What funding category did this opportunity fall under?
It was listed under the Democratic Governance category.
What is the CFDA number associated with PRODIP?
The listing referenced CFDA 98.001, described as USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
How much funding was anticipated for PRODIP?
The anticipated total funding range for the full period of performance was between $20,000,000 (floor) and $23,500,000 (ceiling).
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity stated there was no cost sharing or matching requirement.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was listed as unrestricted, meaning applications were open to a wide range of entity types, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications in the full announcement.
How long was the program expected to run?
The program was described as a five-year program.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted (and created) on August 17, 2009.
What was the application deadline?
The application deadline (original and current closing date) was October 5, 2009.
Was the opportunity later archived?
Yes. The listing was archived on November 4, 2009.
What is the funding opportunity number for PRODIP?
The funding opportunity number was USAID BANGLADESH 388 09 005 RFA.
What is the official title applicants should reference?
The official title was Promoting Democratic Institutions and Practices (PRODIP).
Who was the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The designated USAID contact was M. Sirajam Munir, an Acquisition and Assistance Specialist.
How could applicants contact the USAID point of contact?
Applicants could reach M. Sirajam Munir by phone at 8855500 or by email at smunir@usaid.gov.
Where was the issuing mission located?
The issuing USAID mission was in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
What does "substantial involvement" mean in this context?
Based on the description provided, USAID expected to be actively involved during implementation, such as collaborating on work planning, monitoring, and key technical decisions, which is characteristic of a Cooperative Agreement.
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