Marine Biodiversity Conservation Activity – Western Indian Ocean
ID: 346801Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/346801
Timeline
    Description

    The Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking feedback and identifying potential organizations for a Marine Biodiversity Conservation Activity focused on the Western Indian Ocean. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights on a draft concept that addresses biodiversity goals and threats, such as climate change and unsustainable fishing practices, with the objective of enhancing marine ecosystem recovery and resilience. The anticipated funding for this initiative ranges from $5 to $20 million over a five-year implementation period, and interested parties are encouraged to submit their organizational overviews and comments by contacting Petrina Williams at pwilliams@usaid.gov or +254 20 363 2000. This RFI is non-binding and serves to inform future solicitations, with no applications due at this time.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Petrina Williams Contracting and Agreements Officer
    +254 20 363 2000
    pwilliams@usaid.gov
    Files
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    RFI___72061523RFI00023 - Conserving the Western Indian Ocean.pdf
    RFI___72061523RFI00023.pdf
    The Request for Information (RFI) No. 72061523RFI00023, issued by USAID/Kenya and East Africa on March 14, 2023, seeks feedback and identifies potential organizations for a Marine Biodiversity Conservation Activity focused on the Western Indian Ocean. The initiative aims to enhance marine ecosystem recovery and resilience, targeting funding between $5 and $20 million over five years. It invites input on a draft concept that outlines biodiversity goals and threats, including climate change and unsustainable fishing practices. The document emphasizes the importance of regional cooperation, effective governance, and community involvement in conservation efforts. It aims to establish a marine protected area network, improve fisheries management, and reduce industrial threats like illegal fishing practices. Respondents are instructed to submit a brief organizational overview, comments on the draft, and specific feedback on proposed strategies, with the understanding that responses are non-binding and will inform future solicitations. Overall, this RFI represents a proactive initiative to address marine biodiversity challenges while engaging stakeholders for collaborative action.
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