Opportunity ID: 335269
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | BFPOL-NOFO-21-002 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Strengthening Rule of Law in Criminal Defense |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | ESF |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Law, Justice and Legal Services |
| Category Explanation: | Political |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.225 — Africa Regional Democracy Fund |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 12, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 12, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants that qualify to receive U.S. grants (such as U.S. not-for-profit/nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) or U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code; foreign not-for-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or foreign based educational institutions, with the ability to develop and successfully implement a project in Country X and meet the Department of State’s reporting requirements. Organizations must also be able to demonstrate current (or pending) country registration in Burkina Faso, if required by the country of project implementation. ○ Applicants must have demonstrated experience implementing similar capacity building programs, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Embassy reserves the right to request additional background information on organizations that do not have previous experience administering similar programs and/or federal grant awards. ○ Applicants must have the ability to produce course materials, deliver training, and conduct evaluations in French and English. Interpretation services for training must be considered. The applicant’s staff should be proficient in English in order to fulfill reporting requirements. ○ Applicants must have existing, or the capacity to develop, active partnerships with stakeholders in order to successfully carry out the proposed program. ○ Organizations may form a consortium and submit a combined proposal. However, one organization should be designated as the lead applicant. ○ Applicants must be able to respond to the NOFO and be able to mobilize in a short period of time. ● Note: Public International Organizations (PIOs) and For-Profit Organizations are excluded from applying to this grant announcement. ● To be eligible for a grant award, in addition to other conditions of this NOFO, organizations must have a commitment to non‐discrimination with respect to beneficiaries and adherence to equal opportunity employment practices. The Department of State is committed to an anti-discrimination policy in all of its programs and activities. The Embassy welcomes applications irrespective of an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other status. ● Applicants are reminded that U.S. Executive Orders and U.S. law prohibits transactions with, and the provision of resources and support to, individuals and organizations associated with terrorism. It is the legal responsibility of the recipient to ensure compliance with these Executive Orders and laws. This provision must be included in any sub‐awards issued under this grant award. ● The Embassy encourages applications from potential new partners. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Burkina Faso |
| Description: |
.The U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to strengthen and promote the rule of law and facilitate a stable criminal justice system in Burkina Faso by bolstering the capacity of existing bar and legal aid associations to provide advocacy, training, and on-going professional development for defense attorneys. Protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms requires effective access to legal services by an independent and fully functioning legal profession that provides due process without fear of harassment or intimidation. Priority Region: N/A
Program Objectives:
Participants and Audiences: Applicants should identify target stakeholders, target participants, specific demographics, and the region(s) in which the project will be implemented. It is particularly important to specify the approximate number of beneficiaries to be directly and indirectly impacted by project activities.
B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION
Length of performance period: 12 months Number of awards anticipated: 1 award (dependent on amounts) Total available funding: $100,000 Type of Funding: FY 2020 Economic Support Funds (ESF) Anticipated program start date: September 15, 2021
This notice is subject to availability of funding.
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months or less. The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State.
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| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
The U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou of the U.S. Department of State
Grantor Phone 0022625495300 Email:Amembouaga@state.gov |
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| Agency Contact Information: | The U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou of the U.S. Department of State Grantor Phone 0022625495300 Email: Amembouaga@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.225 | 335269 | BFPOL-NOFO-21-002 Strengthening Rule of Law in Criminal Defense | PKG00268541 | Aug 12, 2021 | Sep 01, 2021 | View |
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