The Global Telecommunications Department is offering this grant to provide crucial capacity building trainings in telecommunications and emerging technologies. This initiative is designed to significantly expand and increase global Internet access, fostering broader connectivity worldwide. A core purpose of this grant is also to promote the adoption of progressive policies and regulatory frameworks that encourage an open, interoperable, and reliable Internet environment. Furthermore, the funding aims to substantially enhance cybersecurity capabilities across various regions, empowering communities with the essential skills and infrastructure needed for a secure and interconnected digital future.
Opportunity ID: 333723
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SFOP0008129 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Global Telecommunications and Emerging Technology Training |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | To provide capacity building trainings in the field of telecommunications and emerging technology. To expand and increase Internet access; promote the adoption of policies and regulatory positions that foster and encourage open, interoperable, reliable Internet; and enhance cybersecurity capabilities. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 6 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.700 — General Department of State Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | May 21, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 21, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $3,106,476 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,106,476 |
| Award Floor: | $3,106,476 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Public International Organizations (PIOs) |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs |
| Description: | To provide capacity building trainings in the field of telecommunications and emerging technology. To expand and increase Internet access; promote the adoption of policies and regulatory positions that foster and encourage open, interoperable, reliable Internet; and enhance cybersecurity capabilities. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to Opportunity in SAMS Domestic |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Helena Saele and Richard Holliday
Email:- |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
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Related Documents
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> PSIs May 2021.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> NOFO FINAL FINAL 5 19.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Q’s and A’s June 8.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Q and A’s June 23.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Q’s and A’s June 7.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Budget Guidelines.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Q and A May 26.pdf
Folder 333723 Full Announcement-Notice of Funding Opportunity -> Budget Template_2021.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Helena Saele and Richard Holliday |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.700 | PKG00267317 | May 21, 2021 | Jul 12, 2021 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
333723 SF424_3_0-3.0.pdf
333723 SF424A-1.0.pdf
333723 SF424B-1.1.pdf
333723 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
333723 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
333723 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
333723 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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