USAID Sahel Regional Resilience Activity-Leader with Associates
ID: 354810Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Senegal USAID-Dakar (USAID-SEN)

Award Range

$200M - $200M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Regional Development

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354810

Additional Information

https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/jsf/opportunity/manageOpportunity.faces?oppId=354810#
Timeline
    Description

    The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is inviting applications for the "Sahel Regional Resilience Activity-Leader with Associates" grant, aimed at enhancing resilience in the Sahel region, including countries such as Burkina Faso, Chad, and Mauritania. The program seeks qualified entities to implement initiatives focused on food security, income generation, water management, climate adaptation, and institutional capacity building, particularly involving women and youth. With a total funding amount of up to $200 million, the initial Leader Award is anticipated to be up to $35 million, while future Associate Awards may reach up to $75 million. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by August 16, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Aminata Diallo at amdiallo@usaid.gov. Detailed application guidelines and requirements are available in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) document.

    Point(s) of Contact
    amdiallo@usaid.gov
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    72068524RFA00013.pdf
    The USAID Sahel Regional Resilience Activity Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) seeks applications to implement resilience programs across the Sahel region, with a budget of up to $200 million. The initiative invites qualified entities to apply for a Leader with Associate Award (LWA), with the initial award anticipated at $35 million. Key objectives include enhancing food security, income generation, water management, climate adaptation, and strengthening institutional capacities, particularly by involving women and youth. The application process includes submission of both a Technical and Business (Cost) Application, outlining a detailed management, staffing, and localization strategy. Eligible applicants can engage in collaborations with local organizations, and while cost-sharing is not mandated for the Leader award, it can be included in Associate Awards. The evaluation criteria weigh the technical approach most heavily, followed by CLA methods, management efficacy, and localization commitment. Notably, USAID emphasizes adaptive management, learning from performance data, and engaging diverse local partners in program implementation. The anticipated timeline for the project spans five years, starting in November 2024, pending appropriation of funds. The complete application must meet strict formatting and submission guidelines, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
    NOFO 72068524RFA00013_Sahel Resilience Activity.pdf
    USAID.pdf
    The USAID Sahel Regional Resilience Activity Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) outlines a funding opportunity intended to strengthen regional resilience in countries including Burkina Faso, Chad, Mauritania, and others. This document includes a Q&A section addressing submitted inquiries regarding program details, application requirements, and funding structures. Key updates include an extension of the application submission deadline to August 16, 2024, and clarification about allowable costs, reporting cycles, and the distinction between Leader Awards and Associate Awards. USAID confirms that proposals can include more than one application but emphasizes adherence to formatting guidelines and requirements, such as font sizes and submission page limits. The document delineates responsibilities regarding technical and management approaches within applications, particularly stressing the need for a Theory of Change and collaborative planning during the inception period. Importantly, it notes that any rehabilitative construction activities permitted under the Leader Award should not impact structural integrity. Throughout, the emphasis is on localized partnerships, adaptive management, and detailed performance reporting to align with USAID’s overall objectives for resilience in the Sahel region.
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