Opportunity Information: Apply for RFA 112 12 000001
Apply for RFA 112 12 000001
- 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 "USAID/Azerbaijan Expanding Participation of People with Disabilities" 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 Dec 30, 2011 and posted on Dec 30, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 23, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $600,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $600,000.00 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
USAID/Azerbaijan Expanding Participation of People with Disabilities is a USAID grant opportunity designed to increase the inclusion of people with disabilities (PWDs) in USAID-funded and USAID-supported activities in Azerbaijan, while also strengthening the capacity and effectiveness of disabled persons organizations (DPOs). The program is intended to make USAID initiatives more accessible and participatory for PWDs and to help DPOs play a stronger role in representing their communities, engaging with institutions, and contributing to development outcomes.
The award will be made as a Cooperative Agreement, which typically means USAID expects to be actively involved during implementation through collaboration, technical input, and ongoing coordination rather than operating at arm's length. The opportunity is listed as an earmark and falls under an "Other" funding activity category, with the clarification that proposed work may cover a range of development sectors. Examples of relevant program areas include education, health, government, civil society strengthening, and employment opportunities, suggesting applicants can propose cross-cutting approaches that address disability inclusion across multiple systems rather than limiting the work to a single narrow topic.
The competition uses a two-tier application process. In Tier One, applicants submit a Concept Paper that outlines the proposed approach, goals, and how the applicant would achieve disability-inclusive participation and DPO capacity building. USAID evaluates these concept papers and then decides which organizations will be invited to submit a full application under Tier Two. Only those invited by USAID after concept paper review will move forward to the full application stage, making the concept paper the key initial screening step.
Eligibility is broadly open to U.S. and non-U.S. entities. This includes non-profit organizations and non-governmental organizations, private voluntary organizations, public international organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and other relevant special interest associations. For-profit companies may apply as well if they are willing to forego profits. The listing indicates eligibility is "unrestricted" within those categories, subject to any additional clarifications that may appear in the full announcement.
Funding is expected to support one award, with an estimated total funding amount of $600,000. The anticipated award size ranges from a floor of $300,000 to a ceiling of $600,000, meaning proposed budgets should generally fit within that band. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants should plan for and document non-federal contributions consistent with the full solicitation requirements. The assistance is associated with CFDA 98.001, USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
Key dates provided in the notice include a posted and creation date of December 30, 2011, and an application closing date of January 23, 2012, with the opportunity archived on February 22, 2012. The point of contact listed for access issues or questions is Brian Woody, Agreement Officer, reachable by phone at 99532544162 or by email at bwoody@usaid.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): USAID/Azerbaijan Expanding Participation of People with Disabilities
What is the USAID/Azerbaijan Expanding Participation of People with Disabilities grant opportunity?
This is a USAID grant opportunity focused on increasing the inclusion of people with disabilities (PWDs) in USAID-funded and USAID-supported activities in Azerbaijan, while also strengthening the capacity and effectiveness of disabled persons organizations (DPOs). The intent is to make USAID initiatives more accessible and participatory for PWDs and to support DPOs in representing their communities, engaging with institutions, and contributing to development outcomes.
What are the main objectives of the program?
Based on the notice, the core objectives are: (1) increase the inclusion and participation of people with disabilities in USAID-funded and USAID-supported activities in Azerbaijan, and (2) strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of DPOs so they can play a stronger role in representing their communities and engaging with institutions.
What type of award will USAID make under this opportunity?
USAID expects to make a Cooperative Agreement award. A Cooperative Agreement generally indicates USAID anticipates active involvement during implementation through collaboration, technical input, and ongoing coordination, rather than a more hands-off relationship.
What does it mean that this is a Cooperative Agreement (not a standard grant)?
The notice explains that, under a Cooperative Agreement, USAID expects to be actively involved during implementation. In practice, that typically means ongoing coordination and collaboration with USAID, including potential technical input, rather than implementing entirely independently.
Is this opportunity an earmark?
Yes. The opportunity is listed as an earmark in the provided information.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," with the clarification that proposed work may cover a range of development sectors.
What kinds of program areas or sectors can applicants propose?
The notice indicates the work may span multiple development sectors and gives examples of relevant program areas, including education, health, government, civil society strengthening, and employment opportunities. This suggests applicants may propose cross-cutting approaches that support disability inclusion across multiple systems rather than focusing on only one narrow topic.
How many awards does USAID expect to make?
USAID expects to support one award under this opportunity.
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $600,000.
What is the expected award size range (minimum and maximum)?
The anticipated award size ranges from a floor of $300,000 to a ceiling of $600,000. Proposed budgets should generally fit within this range.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants should plan for and document non-federal contributions consistent with the full solicitation requirements.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly open to both U.S. and non-U.S. entities. The notice includes: non-profit organizations and non-governmental organizations, private voluntary organizations, public international organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and other relevant special interest associations.
Can for-profit organizations apply?
Yes. For-profit companies may apply if they are willing to forego profits.
Is eligibility restricted or unrestricted?
The listing indicates eligibility is "unrestricted" within the categories described, subject to any additional clarifications that may appear in the full announcement.
What is the application process for this competition?
The competition uses a two-tier application process. Tier One requires submission of a Concept Paper. USAID reviews and evaluates concept papers and then invites selected applicants to proceed to Tier Two, which is the full application stage. Only applicants invited by USAID after the concept paper review can submit a full application.
What should be included in the Tier One Concept Paper?
The notice states the Concept Paper should outline the proposed approach and goals, and explain how the applicant would achieve disability-inclusive participation and DPO capacity building.
Can an organization submit a full application without being invited?
No. Only those invited by USAID after the concept paper review will move forward to the full application stage (Tier Two).
Why is the concept paper important in this opportunity?
The concept paper is described as the key initial screening step because USAID uses it to decide which organizations will be invited to submit a full application.
What CFDA number is associated with this assistance?
The assistance is associated with CFDA 98.001, USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas.
What are the key dates for this opportunity?
The notice lists a posted and creation date of December 30, 2011. The application closing date is January 23, 2012. The opportunity was archived on February 22, 2012.
Who is the point of contact for questions or access issues?
The point of contact listed is Brian Woody, Agreement Officer.
How can applicants contact the point of contact?
Brian Woody can be reached by phone at 99532544162 or by email at bwoody@usaid.gov.
Where is the program intended to operate?
The opportunity is specific to Azerbaijan, with the program designed to increase the inclusion of people with disabilities in USAID-funded and USAID-supported activities in Azerbaijan.
What kinds of outcomes is USAID trying to support through this program?
Based on the description, USAID is aiming for outcomes related to greater accessibility and participation of PWDs in USAID initiatives, along with stronger, more effective DPOs that can represent their communities, engage with institutions, and contribute to development outcomes.
Does the notice indicate whether the work must be limited to one sector?
No. The notice suggests the opposite: proposed work may cover a range of development sectors, and examples provided imply cross-cutting approaches are appropriate.
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