Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 114 14 000007
Apply for RFA 114 14 000007
- The Georgia USAID Tbilisi in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Media Initiative (SMI)" 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 Apr 14, 2014 and posted on Apr 1, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 5, 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 $5,100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $5,100,000.00 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).
- USAID entertains applications from qualified U.S. entities, such as private, non profit organizations (or for profit companies willing to forego profits), including private voluntary organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and relevant special interest associations.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Strengthening Media Initiative (SMI) is a USAID/Georgia funding opportunity designed to improve the Georgian public's access to independent, reliable, and balanced information that supports good governance. The core idea behind the program is that a healthier information environment helps citizens make informed decisions, strengthens accountability, and improves the relationship between the public and government institutions. Through this initiative, USAID aims to help develop a more professional media sector that can function as a trusted channel for reporting and communication between citizens and governing structures.
This opportunity was released as a discretionary funding competition under a Cooperative Agreement, meaning the selected recipient would not only implement an agreed program but would also work in close coordination with USAID throughout the life of the award. The funding activity is categorized under "Media," and USAID anticipated making a single award. The estimated total funding amount for the award is $5,100,000, with the award ceiling set at $5,100,000 and the award floor listed as 1 (as stated in the posting). A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants would be expected to contribute some portion of resources (cash or in-kind, depending on the detailed solicitation terms) alongside USAID funding.
Eligibility is aimed at qualified U.S. entities. USAID indicated it would consider applications from private non-profit organizations, or for-profit companies that are willing to forego profits, as well as private voluntary organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and other relevant special interest associations. In practical terms, this frames the competition for experienced organizations that can demonstrate technical credibility in media development, training, strengthening professional standards, and supporting independent journalism ecosystems, typically with strong compliance capacity for U.S. government cooperative agreements.
The solicitation identifiers and key administrative details are as follows: the Funding Opportunity Number is RFA-114-14-000007, and the CFDA number is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas). The opportunity was posted on April 1, 2014, with a closing date of May 5, 2014, and it was later archived on June 4, 2014. The issuing office is USAID/Georgia in Tbilisi.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement at the time, the listed point of contact was Yana Adelberg, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, reachable by phone at 995 32 544 144 or by email at yadelberg@usaid.gov.
Strengthening Media Initiative (SMI) - FAQs
What is the Strengthening Media Initiative (SMI)?
The Strengthening Media Initiative (SMI) is a USAID/Georgia funding opportunity focused on improving the Georgian public's access to independent, reliable, and balanced information that supports good governance.
What is the main goal of the SMI program?
The main goal is to strengthen the information environment in Georgia so citizens can make informed decisions, accountability is improved, and the relationship between the public and government institutions is strengthened.
How does USAID describe the core idea behind this initiative?
USAID frames the program around the idea that a healthier information environment helps citizens make informed decisions, strengthens accountability, and improves how the public and government institutions relate to each other.
What type of funding opportunity is this?
This was released as a discretionary funding competition under a Cooperative Agreement.
What does it mean that this opportunity is a Cooperative Agreement?
It means the selected recipient would implement an agreed program while working in close coordination with USAID throughout the life of the award, rather than operating with minimal USAID involvement.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity is categorized under "Media."
How many awards did USAID anticipate making?
USAID anticipated making a single award.
What is the estimated total funding amount for the award?
The estimated total funding amount is $5,100,000.
What are the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $5,100,000. The award floor is listed as 1 (as stated in the posting).
Is there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, so applicants would be expected to contribute some portion of resources alongside USAID funding (cash and/or in-kind, depending on the detailed solicitation terms).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is aimed at qualified U.S. entities. USAID indicated it would consider applications from private non-profit organizations, or for-profit companies that are willing to forego profits, as well as private voluntary organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and other relevant special interest associations.
Are for-profit companies allowed to apply?
Yes, for-profit companies may be considered if they are willing to forego profits, as described in the opportunity information.
What kinds of organizations does this competition appear to target in practice?
Based on the description, it targets experienced organizations that can demonstrate technical credibility in media development, training, strengthening professional standards, and supporting independent journalism ecosystems, and that typically have strong compliance capacity for U.S. government cooperative agreements.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is RFA-114-14-000007.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 98.001 (USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on April 1, 2014.
What was the application closing date?
The closing date was May 5, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on June 4, 2014.
Which USAID office issued this opportunity?
The issuing office is USAID/Georgia in Tbilisi.
Who was the point of contact for questions about the announcement?
The listed point of contact was Yana Adelberg, Acquisition and Assistance Specialist.
How could applicants contact the point of contact?
Applicants could reach the point of contact by phone at 995 32 544 144 or by email at yadelberg@usaid.gov.
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