Mali Addendum to Locally Led Development APS
ID: 355268Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Mali USAID -Bamako (USAID-MAL)

Award Range

$250K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355268

Additional Information

7200AA24APS00006
Timeline
    Description

    USAID/Mali is inviting local organizations to submit concept papers for the Mali Addendum to the Locally Led Development Annual Program Statement (APS), aimed at supporting development objectives in various sectors including Peace, Democracy and Governance, Agriculture and Economic Growth, Health, and Education and Youth. Eligible applicants must be locally established entities with majority Malian ownership and must not have received more than $5 million in direct USAID funding over the past five years. This initiative emphasizes the importance of locally-driven solutions to address pressing challenges in Mali, such as governance issues and socio-economic instability. Interested parties must submit their concept papers by August 16, 2024, with funding amounts ranging from $250,000 to $1,500,000 for projects lasting 2 to 3 years. For further inquiries, applicants can contact USAID at mali.oaa@usaid.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    mali.oaa@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    ENG_Mali
    ENG_Mali.pdf
    USAID/Mali has issued a call for concept papers from local entities to support its development objectives within the framework of the Locally Led Development Annual Program Statement (APS). The submission deadline is August 16, 2024, and concepts should focus on sectors such as Peace, Democracy and Governance; Agricultural and Economic Growth; Education and Youth; and Health. USAID prioritizes scalable, locally-driven solutions that empower communities and enhance existing capacities. To qualify, applicants must be local organizations with a majority Malian ownership and have received no more than $5 million in direct USAID funding over the past five years. Concepts must address how decision-making power will be shifted to local actors and demonstrate organizational capacity and feasibility. The submission process requires a succinct three-page concept paper, which includes key information such as contact details, funding amounts requested, and a narrative describing the proposed technical approach and expected outcomes. Selected applicants will enter a co-creation phase with USAID to refine their proposals, emphasizing collaboration to ensure sustainable development in Mali. This initiative aims to foster local ownership and improve outcomes in a context marked by governance challenges and socio-economic issues.
    Final.pdf
    USAID/Mali has issued an addendum inviting local organizations to submit concepts supporting its development goals in Mali, particularly in Peace, Democracy and Governance, Agriculture and Economic Growth, Health, and Education and Youth. Submissions are due by August 16, 2024, and should detail innovative processes for implementing solutions tailored to local contexts. USAID emphasizes the need for collaboration with local partners and aims to co-create grants ranging from $250,000 and upwards over 2 to 3 years, with possible renewal extending to 5 years. The content of the announcement outlines the challenges Mali faces, including political instability and poverty, and reflects USAID’s commitment to improving local governance and resilience. Eligible applicants must be locally established entities without prior direct funding exceeding $5 million from USAID in the last five fiscal years. Concept submissions should demonstrate a clear understanding of local priorities and potential impacts. USAID prioritizes sustainable solutions through capacity-building, participatory governance, and resource mobilization. The call aims to enhance local problem-solving capacities and foster long-term autonomy from foreign assistance while inviting a wide range of innovative partnerships to address pressing development issues in Mali.
    FR_Mali
    FR_Mali.pdf
    USAID/Mali issued an addendum for submissions targeting local development concepts that align with their overarching development goals. This call invites local organizations to propose concepts by August 16, 2024, focusing on sectors such as Peace, Democracy and Governance, Agriculture and Economic Growth, Health, and Education and Youth. Organizations must be primarily local, legally constituted in Mali, and not have received over $5 million from USAID in the past five years. The document encourages innovative solutions that empower local stakeholders, enhance capacity, and address pressing challenges like poverty, corruption, and governance issues within Mali. Proposed concepts should not be fully developed projects but should outline a process for identifying and implementing locally-driven solutions. Criteria for evaluation include local capacity, impact feasibility, and sustainability. Submissions require structured documents that detail the proposed approach, demonstrating how solutions prioritize community input and needs. The selection process involves verifying eligibility, followed by a technical assessment and a co-creation phase to further refine and implement viable proposals. This initiative highlights USAID's commitment to fostering local leadership in Mali's development, ensuring responses are tailored to the specific challenges faced by communities.
    FR.pdf
    The document is a modification notice for the USAID Mali Request for Proposals (RFP) 72068824APS00002, issued on July 31, 2024. This modification clarifies that the call is specifically for the submission of project design applications to support USAID’s development objectives in Mali, rather than a full project proposal. It provides instructions for preparing and submitting the project design applications as per the original RFP, which is attached to the modification. Aside from this clarification, all other terms outlined in the original solicitation remain unchanged. The purpose of this modification is to ensure potential partners are correctly informed about the submission process and requirements, facilitating a clear understanding of the expectations for project design submissions aimed at fostering local development in Mali.
    Mali
    Mali.pdf
    The document discusses the Localization Industry Day held on April 18, 2024, by USAID, addressing queries from local NGOs and businesses regarding the upcoming calls for proposals (RFPs) and funding opportunities. Key topics include eligibility criteria for applicants, the nature of financing, and the process for proposal submission. Participants raised questions about the required documentation, potential funding limits, and the conditions for consortium submissions. USAID responded that there are no rigid funding caps, and organizations can submit proposals for multiple project components. The discussions highlight a commitment to enhancing support for local entities and ensuring transparent communication with potential applicants, although the presentations from the event will not be shared externally. The insights gathered point towards a structured approach for aiding local organizations while encouraging diverse project proposals across critical sectors such as health, education, governance, and agriculture. Overall, the session reflects USAID's proactive stance in refining its interactions with local NGOs and streamlining the grant application processes to promote effective and sustainable development initiatives.
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