The document outlines Amendment No. 01 to the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Bridging Education Solutions for Transformation (BEST) Activity, issued by USAID/Cambodia. It announces an extension of the application deadline from August 6, 2024, to August 13, 2024, while addressing inquiries from prospective applicants regarding eligibility and submission requirements. Significant changes include the revision of evaluation criteria related to Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) approaches, as well as the introduction of specific geographic data submission requirements for implementation locations and beneficiaries. Applicants are reminded that eligibility is restricted to local organizations, though international NGOs can participate as consortium members. Additional clarifications include the non-requirement of a SAM registration at application submission but necessitating compliance before award, and the proper use of funds for project alignment without construction authorization under current USAID guidelines. The amendment concludes with comprehensive answers to various applicant questions, covering operational details and funding expectations amounting up to $3 million, which includes considerations for an Opportunity Module fund. This document is essential for guiding applicants in preparing their proposals in accordance with the updated requirements and timelines.