This USAID Uganda Cooperative Agreement Grant seeks applications to fund initiatives that leverage eco-tourism to mitigate biodiversity threats and foster economic growth in Uganda. With an approximate $10 million allocation over four years, this program’s primary goal is biodiversity conservation through developing Uganda’s nature-based tourism industry. It aims to enhance visitor experiences and promote responsible stewardship of natural resources vital for the country’s economic development. The grant emphasizes involving frontline communities in managing and protecting these resources, ensuring they benefit from Uganda’s rich natural heritage. This initiative will contribute to sustainable economic growth while safeguarding valuable ecosystems.
Opportunity ID: 142253
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 03, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 12, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The purpose of this modification is to change the deadline from March 20, 2012 Eastern Standard Time (EST) to March 20, 2012 Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). All other terms and conditions of this RFA remain in full force and effect. | Mar 12, 2012 | |
| The purpose of this modification is to amend the RFA and post questions and answers | Mar 12, 2012 | |
| The purpose of this modification is to amend the RFA and add questions and answers. | Feb 24, 2012 | |
| The purpose of this modification is to attach questions and answers in response to RFA-617-12-000004. | Feb 24, 2012 | |
| The purpose of this modification is to attach questions and answers in reponse to RFA-617-12-000004. | Feb 24, 2012 | |
| The purpose of this modification is to post amendment No.1 Questions and answers to RFA-617-12-000004 and USAID STAR Final Report. | Feb 24, 2012 | |
| Feb 24, 2012 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 03, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 12, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 12, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result.The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-617-12-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Tourism for Biodiversity and Economic Growth |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Environment Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 24, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 20, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 19, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
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” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Uganda USAID-Kampala |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Uganda is seeking applications to fund one or more organizations through a Cooperative Agreement for a four-year USAID/Uganda economic growth program in Uganda. Subject to the availability of funds, USAID intends to provide approximately $10 million in total USAID funding to be allocated over the four-year period. USAID reserves the right to fund any or none of the applications submitted and expects one award as a result of this solicitation; however, more than one award may result. The activity aims to use eco-tourism to reduce threats to biodiversity. Biodiversity conservation is the primary goal of USAID/Ugandas environment program activities. The program will help develop Ugandas nature-based tourism industry to deliver an improved experience for visitors and improved stewardship of the natural resources necessary to sustain Ugandas economic development. Tourism revenues resulting from the enjoyment of biological diversity, often located in the worlds less-developed regions, are a significant source of income and employment for local communities. It is important to involve frontline communities and ensure that they learn to manage and protect natural resources, and share in the potential economic benefits of Ugandas natural resources. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
SARAH ACIO
A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email:sacio@usaid.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 142253 Full Announcement-1 -> ecotourism rfa ao rev.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment No 1 to RFA-617-12-000004 1 -> amendment no 1 to rfa- 617-12-000004.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment No 1 to RFA-617-12-000004 2 -> usaid-star final report – email version.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-BUDGET TEMPLATE 1 -> attachment e – rfa-617-12-000004.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-IEE 1 -> attachment f uganda_eg_so7_ blanket iee_ 091808 approved.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-REPS, CERTS, ASSURANCES 1 -> attachment d required representations and certifications.pdf
Folder 142253 Other Supporting Documents-RESPONSES TO PRESOLICITATION ANNOUNCEMENT 1 -> response to presolicitation questions for rfa rev.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | SARAH ACIO A&A SPECIALIST Phone:+256414306001 Email: sacio@usaid.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00095911 | Feb 03, 2012 | Mar 20, 2012 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
142253 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
142253 SF424D-1.1.pdf
142253 SF424C-1.0.pdf
142253 SF424B-1.1.pdf
142253 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
142253 FaithBased_SurveyOnEEO-1.2.pdf
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