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NOFO CARSI PANAMAFY25 - Templates for documents.pdf

Posted: Jan. 14, 2025 • Type: .pdf • Size: 0.31MB

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This notice of funding opportunity (nofo) is issued by the u.s. department of state, focusing on the initiative "strengthening government through civil society engagement in panama."

It outlines the requirements and guidelines for applicants seeking federal assistance to enhance civil society engagement in panama. Key sections include conflict of interest disclosures, applicant vetting processes, and compliance with marking and evaluation policies. Applicants must adhere to the state department's marking policy and evaluation policy, which emphasize transparency and accountability in project implementation.

The nofo specifies that monitoring site visits will be conducted at least once during the award's lifetime to assess project implementation, financial management, and programmatic progress.

Additionally, applicants are required to submit detailed proposals that include a problem statement, planned activities, indicators for measuring success, and a monitoring and evaluation (m&e) plan. The m&e plan should incorporate specific objectives that are measurable and time-bound (smart), as well as baseline data and performance indicators to track progress effectively.

Furthermore, all proposals must be submitted in English and budgeted in u.s. dollars. The department of state reserves the right to make awards based solely on initial applications without further negotiation, underscoring the importance of presenting comprehensive and competitive proposals from the outset.

Lastly, there is no obligation for future funding beyond the awarded amount, with any renewal or extension subject to discretion based on funding availability.

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