Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 696 11 000003
Apply for RFA 696 11 000003
- The Uganda USAID Kampala in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II (RDCP II)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 15, 2011 and posted on Jul 15, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 15, 2011. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $15,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $15,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- 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.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II (RDCP II) is a USAID-funded initiative designed to reduce poverty in Rwanda by strengthening the dairy market system, with a clear emphasis on expanding the marketing of quality milk. The program is structured around the idea that better milk quality and stronger market linkages can increase household incomes, create jobs along the dairy value chain, and improve nutrition for rural families. In practical terms, the opportunity targets agriculture-sector outcomes by helping milk move more effectively from producers to consumers in ways that raise standards, boost demand, and generate broader economic benefits.
USAID is soliciting applications under a Request for Applications (RFA) for a Cooperative Agreement, meaning the selected recipient should expect substantial engagement from USAID during implementation rather than a hands-off grant. The legal authority for the award comes from the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended. While the award is an assistance instrument and therefore does not allow profit (per 22 CFR 226.81), the agreement can cover reasonable, allocable, and allowable costs connected to delivering the program. The announcement notes that cost eligibility must align with the relevant U.S. government cost principles depending on the type of organization (including 22 CFR 226 and applicable OMB circulars, as well as FAR Part 31 for for-profit entities).
The total anticipated USAID funding is approximately USD 15,000,000 across a five-year period, subject to the availability of funds. USAID expects to make one award, with an award ceiling of USD 15,000,000 and no stated minimum award floor. A key condition is a required cost share: applicants must provide at least 20 percent of the USAID-funded amount, so proposals must clearly explain where the matching resources will come from and how they will be tracked and reported.
Eligibility is broadly open (listed as unrestricted), meaning a wide range of entity types may apply, provided they meet any additional eligibility clarifications included in the full announcement. Organizations that have not previously received USAID funding should be prepared for additional scrutiny: USAID indicates that first-time awardees will undergo a pre-award audit to confirm fiscal responsibility, evaluate financial management controls, and establish an indirect cost rate as needed. USAID also explicitly reserves the right to fund any, all, or none of the applications submitted, which is a standard statement giving the agency flexibility based on application quality, funding availability, and programmatic considerations.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted on July 15, 2011, with an original and current closing date of August 15, 2011, and an archive date of September 14, 2011. The funding opportunity number is RFA 696-11-000003, and the activity category is Agriculture. The listing identifies USAID Kampala (Uganda) as the issuing office while the program focus is Rwanda, and it provides a point of contact for access issues: Geraldine Kyazze, Agreement Officer Specialist, at phone number 252596400, referencing the Rwanda RFA number when inquiring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II (RDCP II)
What is the Rwanda Dairy Competitiveness Program II (RDCP II)?
RDCP II is a USAID-funded initiative designed to reduce poverty in Rwanda by strengthening the dairy market system. A central emphasis is expanding the marketing of quality milk by improving milk quality and strengthening market linkages so milk moves more effectively from producers to consumers.
What is the main goal of RDCP II?
The program aims to reduce poverty by strengthening the dairy market system in Rwanda, with a clear focus on increasing the marketing of quality milk. The underlying approach is that improved quality and stronger linkages can raise household incomes, create jobs across the dairy value chain, and improve nutrition for rural families.
What outcomes is the program expected to support?
Based on the description provided, RDCP II is intended to support agriculture-sector outcomes by raising milk standards, boosting demand for quality milk, and generating broader economic benefits through better-functioning dairy markets.
What type of funding instrument is USAID using for this opportunity?
USAID is soliciting applications under a Request for Applications (RFA) for a Cooperative Agreement. This means the award is an assistance instrument and the selected recipient should expect substantial engagement from USAID during implementation, rather than minimal involvement.
What does "Cooperative Agreement" imply for the recipient?
The opportunity indicates that USAID will have substantial involvement during implementation. Applicants should plan for active collaboration and engagement with USAID as part of program delivery.
What is the legal authority for the award?
The legal authority cited for the award is the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended.
Is profit allowed under this award?
No. The announcement states that the award is an assistance instrument and does not allow profit (per 22 CFR 226.81).
What costs can be covered by the award?
The agreement can cover reasonable, allocable, and allowable costs that are connected to delivering the program, provided those costs align with the relevant U.S. government cost principles applicable to the organization type.
Which cost principles and regulations apply to cost eligibility?
The announcement notes that cost eligibility must align with relevant U.S. government cost principles depending on the applicant organization type, including 22 CFR 226 and applicable OMB circulars, and FAR Part 31 for for-profit entities.
How much funding is available for RDCP II?
The total anticipated USAID funding is approximately USD 15,000,000 across a five-year period, subject to the availability of funds.
How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID expects to make one award.
What is the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The award ceiling is USD 15,000,000.
Is there a minimum award amount (floor)?
No minimum award floor is stated in the information provided.
Is cost share required?
Yes. Applicants must provide at least 20 percent of the USAID-funded amount as cost share.
How should applicants address the cost share requirement in their application?
Proposals must clearly explain where the matching resources will come from and how those resources will be tracked and reported.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning a wide range of entity types may apply, provided they meet any additional eligibility clarifications included in the full announcement.
Can organizations that have never received USAID funding apply?
Yes, eligibility is broadly open. However, the announcement indicates that first-time USAID awardees should expect additional scrutiny during the pre-award process.
What additional requirements may apply to first-time USAID awardees?
USAID indicates that organizations that have not previously received USAID funding will undergo a pre-award audit to confirm fiscal responsibility, evaluate financial management controls, and establish an indirect cost rate as needed.
Does USAID guarantee it will fund an application if it meets the requirements?
No. USAID explicitly reserves the right to fund any, all, or none of the applications submitted. This provides USAID flexibility based on application quality, funding availability, and programmatic considerations.
What is the funding opportunity number for this RFA?
The funding opportunity number is RFA 696-11-000003.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is Agriculture.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on July 15, 2011.
What is the application closing date?
The original and current closing date is August 15, 2011.
When is the archive date?
The archive date is September 14, 2011.
Which USAID office issued this opportunity?
The listing identifies USAID Kampala (Uganda) as the issuing office.
Is the program focused on Rwanda even though the issuing office is USAID Kampala?
Yes. The program focus is Rwanda, while the issuing office listed for the opportunity is USAID Kampala (Uganda).
Who is the point of contact for access issues related to this opportunity?
The point of contact listed for access issues is Geraldine Kyazze, Agreement Officer Specialist.
How can applicants contact the point of contact, and what should they reference?
Applicants can call 252596400 and should reference the Rwanda RFA number when inquiring.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Agriculture
Next opportunity: Assabet River Wild and Scenic River Conservation
Previous opportunity: Belle Eldridge Monitoring in Montana
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for RFA 696 11 000003
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (RFA 696 11 000003) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Cooperative Agreement Notice Apply for NRCS KS 20 10 0001 Funding Number: NRCS KS 20 10 0001 Agency: Kansas State Office Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $70,000 |
| 2011 National Organic Certification Cost Share Program Apply for AMS NOP 11 0072 Funding Number: AMS NOP 11 0072 Agency: Agricultural Marketing Service Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $1,050,000 |
| 2011 Agricultural Marketing Assistance Organic Certification Cost Share Program Apply for AMS NOP 11 0071 Funding Number: AMS NOP 11 0071 Agency: Agricultural Marketing Service Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $450,000 |
| Rural Value Chains Project Apply for RFA 520 11 000003 Funding Number: RFA 520 11 000003 Agency: Guatemala USAID Guatemala City Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $40,000,000 |
| Small Socially Disadvantaged Producer Grant Apply for RDBCP 11 04 SSDPG Funding Number: RDBCP 11 04 SSDPG Agency: Business and Cooperative Programs Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Innovation Fund for Ethiopian Agriculture (I Apply for APS 663 11 000002 Funding Number: APS 663 11 000002 Agency: Ethiopia USAID Addis Ababa Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Beginning Farmer Rancher Development Program Apply for USDA NIFA BFR 003541 Funding Number: USDA NIFA BFR 003541 Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Pastoralists Resiliency Improvement and Market Expansion Apply for ETHIOPIA PRIME Funding Number: ETHIOPIA PRIME Agency: Ethiopia USAID Addis Ababa Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $32,000,000 |
| Innovations in Gender Equality (IGE) to Promote Household Food Security Apply for APS OAA 11 000003 Funding Number: APS OAA 11 000003 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| Assets and Market Access Collaborative Research Support Program Apply for RFA OAA 12 000001 Funding Number: RFA OAA 12 000001 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $25,000,000 |
| Slide Ranch Apply for DOI NPS NOI E8142120522 Funding Number: DOI NPS NOI E8142120522 Agency: National Park Service Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| GDA APS Addendum for BFS CLIMATE RESILIENT CEREALS Apply for APS 567 12 00001 Funding Number: APS 567 12 00001 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $5,000,000 |
| Oklahoma State CIG 2012 Apply for USDA NRCS OK 12 01 Funding Number: USDA NRCS OK 12 01 Agency: USDA NRCS Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| NEW JERSEY CONSERVATION INNOVATION GRANT (CIG) Apply for USDA NRCS NJ 12 001 Funding Number: USDA NRCS NJ 12 001 Agency: New Jersey State Office Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| Alaska Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) Apply for USDA NRCS AK 12 001 Funding Number: USDA NRCS AK 12 001 Agency: Natural Resources Conservation Service Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| 2011 05 PATCH Apply for 2011 05 PATCH Funding Number: 2011 05 PATCH Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Agricultural Commercialization Innovation Activity Apply for RFA OAA 12 000003 Funding Number: RFA OAA 12 000003 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $74,000,000 |
| Conservation Innovation Grants Apply for USDA NRCS MI CIG 12 001 Funding Number: USDA NRCS MI CIG 12 001 Agency: Natural Resources Conservation Service Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program Apply for USDA NIFA TCRGP 003648 Funding Number: USDA NIFA TCRGP 003648 Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| USAID s Agro Inputs Project in Bangladesh Apply for RFA 388 12 000004 Funding Number: RFA 388 12 000004 Agency: Bangladesh USAID Dhaka Category: Agriculture Funding Amount: $15,000,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "RFA 696 11 000003", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.