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Democratic Elections and Political Process (DEPP) LWA

ID: 7200AA21RFA00022 • Type: Posted
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Description

Democratic Elections and Political Processes (DEPP) LWA will primarily support USAID's goals and objectives under the Governing Justly and Democratically area of the Foreign Assistance Framework, and, more specifically, the Political Competition and Consensus Building program element in the framework. The resulting Leader with Associate Award will also aim to support the sustainable development in partner countries through the development of inclusive and democratic political processes that lead to responsive and effective governance.

Background
The Democratic Elections and Political Processes (DEPP) LWA will primarily support USAID’s goals and objectives under the “Governing Justly and Democratically” area of the Foreign Assistance Framework, and, more specifically, the “Political Competition and Consensus Building” program element in the framework. The resulting Leader with Associate Award will also aim to support the sustainable development in partner countries through the development of inclusive and democratic political processes that lead to responsive and effective governance.

USAID’s overarching goal in the Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance (DRG) sector is to support the establishment and consolidation of inclusive and accountable democracies to advance freedom, dignity, and development. The role of the Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance Center (DRG Center) is to provide USAID and other development practitioners with technical support, intellectual leadership, and implementing mechanisms to strengthen democratic development around the world.

Grant Details
This funding opportunity is authorized under the Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) of 1961. The resulting award will be subject to 2 CFR 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, and USAID’s supplement, 2 CFR 700.

The Leader with Associate Award will aim to support sustainable development in partner countries through the development of inclusive and democratic political processes that lead to responsive and effective governance. The Leader with Associate Award will also encourage more credible and competitive political processes and transitions. It will consist of three elements: Rapid and Flexible Response Programs, Targeted Interventions or Pilot Programs, Technical Leadership.

Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for award, the applicant must provide all information as required in this NOFO and meet eligibility standards in Section C of this NOFO. This funding opportunity is open to all eligible organizations.

Period of Performance
The Leader with Associate Award may be awarded for up to an initial five-year period. Associate Awards may be issued until the Leader Award expires. Associate Awards may be extended for a cumulative term of up to ten years.

Grant Value
The Leader Award Ceiling is $35,000,000. The Associate Award Ceiling is $800,000,000.
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Overview

Agency
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
Category of Funding
Community Development
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
98.001 - USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas
Grant Category
Other
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 6/11/21 U.S. Agency for International Development posted grant opportunity 7200AA21RFA00022 for Democratic Elections and Political Process (DEPP) LWA with funding of $35.0 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 98.001 USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas. It is expected that one grant will be made worth between $1,000 and $35.0 million.

Timing

Posted Date
June 11, 2021, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
July 12, 2021, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Last Updated
June 11, 2021, 2:31 p.m. EDT
Version
1
Archive Date
Aug. 11, 2021

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$35,000,000
Floor
$1,000
Estimated Program Funding
$35,000,000
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
George S Irby Contracting Officer
Contact Email
girby@usaid.gov   Profile
Email Description
Agreement Officer
Contact Phone
(202) 916-2701

Documents

Posted documents for 7200AA21RFA00022

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