Request for Information (RFI) for USAID/India Coastal and Marine Conservation Activity (CMCA)
ID: 351093Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

India USAID-New Delhi (USAID-INA)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Earmark

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351093
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Dec 22, 2023 12:00 AM
  3. 3
    Posted Nov 22, 2023 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Not available
Description

The India USAID-New Delhi agency has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the USAID/India Coastal and Marine Conservation Activity (CMCA). This RFI aims to gather comments and suggestions to incorporate new and innovative solutions into a solicitation or Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for addressing coastal and marine biodiversity and ecosystem conservation in India. The purpose is to consult with various stakeholders, including public institutions, development partners, non-governmental organizations, private sector actors, industry associations, think tanks, and academia, engaged in the conservation of India's coastal and marine biodiversity. The goal is to protect important seascapes and ensure sustainable management of these resources for livelihood purposes. For more details, refer to Attachment 1 in the RFI. The estimated synopsis close date for this opportunity is December 22, 2023.

Point(s) of Contact
Dev Kant Sharma Grantor
911124198456
desharma@usaid.gov
Files
Title
Posted
Amend# 1 - India Coastal and Marine Conservation Activity RFI.pdf
4/10/2024
RFI Question and Answers.pdf
4/10/2024
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