This document pertains to the USAID Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. 72044022RFA00002, focused on addressing plastic pollution in Vietnam. The file includes a Q&A section that clarifies various application requirements and procedures for prospective applicants. Key highlights include the confirmation of a funding amount of $21.4 million, with a mandatory allocation of at least 30% of the recipient's budget to local entities involved in collective action initiatives. Changes were made in response to applicants' requests, such as extending the submission deadline by two weeks to assist local organizations. The document emphasizes cost-sharing requirements for project sustainability and clarifies the necessity for applicants to identify their Chief of Party while allowing discretion for other key personnel designations. Furthermore, it outlines expectations for geographic analysis to occur during project implementation and specifies that an Executive Summary must not exceed three pages. The guidance aims to enhance project collaborations while ensuring compliance with USAID policies. Overall, the NOFO aims to promote efficient coordination between local partners and stakeholders in the fight against plastic pollution in Vietnam.

Amendment No. 01 to NOFO No. 72044022RFA00002, issued by USAID on April 15, 2022, concerns the Vietnam Action Against Plastic Pollution initiative. The amendment primarily aims to extend the application submission deadline from May 5, 2022, to May 12, 2022, allowing more time for potential applicants. Additionally, it provides responses to questions raised during the inquiry period, detailed in Attachment 1. The original NOFO details remain unchanged and in effect. This amendment facilitates broader participation in the program by offering clarification and an extended submission window, reinforcing USAID's commitment to addressing plastic pollution in Vietnam.