USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform
ID: 331900Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

USAID-VIETNAM (USAID-VIE)

Award Range

$0 - $14M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/331900
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Vietnam is inviting applications for the "USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform," aimed at modernizing Vietnam's higher education system. This initiative seeks to implement reforms that enhance governance, curriculum relevance, and institutional research capacity in three major universities: Vietnam National University-Hanoi, Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City, and the University of Danang. Eligible applicants, including non-profit and for-profit organizations, are encouraged to provide a minimum of 10% cost share, with total funding anticipated to reach up to $14.2 million over a five-year period. Interested parties should submit their proposals by April 8, 2021, at 09:00 am Hanoi Time, and can contact Huyen T Dang at hdang@usaid.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    hdang@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    72044021RFA00003_USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform_FINAL.pdf
    72044021RFA00003_USAID.pdf
    The USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform aims to enhance Vietnam's higher education system, addressing major challenges such as governance, curriculum relevance, and institutional research capacity. The program invites applications for a Cooperative Agreement to implement reforms that promote autonomy, sustainability, and academic quality in three major universities: Vietnam National University-Hanoi, Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City, and the University of Danang. Eligible applicants include non-profit and for-profit organizations, encouraged to provide a minimum of 10% cost share. USAID anticipates a total funding of up to $14.2 million over a five-year period, with one award expected. The applicant’s proposal must reflect an understanding of Vietnam’s educational landscape, emphasize partnerships, and contribute to enhancing gender equality and local capacity development. Responsive applications will articulate a feasible technical solution aligned with the objectives of increased institutional autonomy, improved academic quality, and enhanced research capacity. There will be a co-creation process with USAID to finalize the implementation approach, emphasizing collaboration and strategic partnerships with the private sector. This initiative represents USAID’s commitment to fostering a robust education framework aligned with global standards while adapting to reform needs and workforce demands in Vietnam.
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