PDS-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2025
ID: 359938Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Bangladesh (DOS-BGD)

Award Range

$10K - $25K

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359938
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Bangladesh is offering a funding opportunity titled "PDS-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2025" aimed at promoting U.S. exports and enhancing the business environment for U.S. companies in Bangladesh. This grant seeks to implement programs that foster commercial engagement, improve market access, and raise awareness of U.S. standards and practices, with a focus on export promotion, trade facilitation, and transparent business practices. Eligible applicants include small businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and educational institutions, with a funding range between $10,000 and $24,990 for one award. Interested parties must submit their proposals by August 30, 2025, and can contact the Dhaka Grants Administration Team at dhakagrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    dhakagrants@state.gov
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    PDS.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Public Diplomacy Grants FY2025, aimed at promoting U.S. exports and enhancing the business sphere in Bangladesh. The application deadline is August 30, 2025, with up to $24,990 available for one award. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions. Proposed projects should focus on export promotion, trade facilitation, and advancing transparent business practices, highlighting clear connections to U.S. interests. The funding targets key areas, including raising awareness of U.S. products, fostering better business environments, and supporting Bangladeshi SMEs and trade institutions in adopting American standards. Applications must include comprehensive project proposals detailing problem statements, methodologies, and sustainability plans. Proposals require a detailed budget and a Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Performance Monitoring Plan. Review criteria encompass program feasibility, organizational capacity, project planning, budget appropriateness, M&E quality, and sustainability strategies. All applications must meet stringent submission requirements, including registrations in SAM.gov and possession of a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The NOFO outlines strict funding restrictions and administrative mandates to ensure compliance with federal regulations, allowing transparency and accountability in funded projects.
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