The document outlines a funding opportunity from USAID for the Community Health Project in Burkina Faso, aimed at local organizations. Scheduled for release on August 22, 2024, it invites proposals to implement technical services over five years, with a potential funding cap of $50 million. Eligibility is restricted to local entities to bolster partnerships and capacity-building within Burkina Faso. Key dates include a Q&A deadline on September 6, 2024, an information session on September 12, 2024, and the application closing on October 25, 2024.
To apply, organizations must follow specified submission processes, including providing detailed technical and financial applications. The document also emphasizes the need for strong local partnerships and highlights the importance of understanding gender impacts within health services. Successful candidates will be expected to adhere to stringent reporting and compliance protocols. Overall, this initiative reflects USAID’s strategic focus on enhancing local capacities in health service delivery while addressing community-specific health challenges.
The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) issued by USAID for the Burkina Faso Community Health Activity outlines the agency's intention to award a cooperative agreement to local organizations for a five-year community health initiative with a budget of up to $50 million. The eligibility criteria are restricted to local organizations that have not received direct USAID awards, aiming to enhance local capacity and involvement. The application process requires a technical and business submission split, with an emphasis on a comprehensive technical approach addressing key health issues such as maternal and child health, nutrition, and malaria. A mandatory in-person post-solicitation meeting is scheduled, and questions should be submitted by the stated deadlines. The document also emphasizes compliance with USAID's administrative requirements, outlines the review process focusing on the technical approach, key personnel qualifications, and organizational capacity, and requires applicants to detail management strategies, staffing plans, and past performance. Additionally, specific guidelines regarding branding, cost-sharing, and submission formats are provided to streamline the application process. The NOFO signifies USAID's commitment to strengthening health systems through enhanced local participation and partnership in Burkina Faso.
The document outlines the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NFO) for the USAID Burkina Faso Community Health Activity's post-solicitation conference. Scheduled for September 12, 2024, the conference will take place at Hotel 22etSIX in Ouagadougou, with both in-person and remote attendance options available. In-person participants should arrive at 8:00 AM with a photo ID, and beforehand, they can submit questions via email. Remote attendees can join through Google Meet or by telephone. The conference will be conducted in French. Registration for attendance is required via email to a designated USAID contact. This event serves as a key informational session for stakeholders related to community health initiatives in Burkina Faso, emphasizing the importance of participation in federal grant processes and government RFPs. Overall, it highlights the USAID's efforts to engage stakeholders in enhancing health services in the region.