USAID Nepal Localization Annual Program Statement
ID: 357215Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Nepal USAID-Kathmandu (USAID-NEP)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357215
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is issuing the Nepal Localization Annual Program Statement (APS) to empower local organizations in advancing Nepal's development goals across various sectors, including democracy, governance, health, economic growth, education, natural resource management, and disaster risk reduction. This APS aims to shift power to local actors, enhance local capacity, and promote locally-led development, aligning with USAID/Nepal's Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS). Eligible applicants include local entities such as civic groups, NGOs, cooperatives, and faith-based organizations, while direct support to government entities is not envisioned. Interested applicants must respond to specific addenda published throughout the year rather than submitting unsolicited proposals, and they can direct inquiries to Pramila Dongol at pdongol@usaid.gov. The APS is forecasted for fiscal year 2025, with no cost-sharing requirements, and the archive date for this opportunity is November 18, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Pramila Dongol Acquisition and Assistance Specialist
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    pdongol@usaid.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has issued the Nepal Localization Annual Program Statement (APS) to empower local organizations in their development efforts. This APS aims to shift power to local actors, enhance local capacity, and promote locally-led development, aligned with USAID/Nepal's Country Development Cooperation Strategy (CDCS). Interested applicants must respond to specific addenda published throughout the year rather than submitting unsolicited proposals. Activities funded under this APS should advance one or more CDCS objectives, such as improving democratic governance, fostering inclusive economic growth, enhancing health and education systems, and promoting sustainable natural resource management. Eligible applicants include local entities such as NGOs, cooperatives, and civic organizations, while direct support to government entities is not envisioned. The document outlines the federal award information, requirements for submitting concepts, and the need for a co-creation process where USAID collaborates closely with selected applicants. The overall aim is to ensure a sustainable impact through locally relevant approaches, leveraging local resources, and fostering partnerships to address community priorities effectively.
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