This federally directed grant, authorized by the U.S. Congress, provides crucial assistance to the USO. The grant’s primary purpose is to enable the USO to deliver essential morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and comprehensive services to U.S. troops. Specifically, it supports the provision of vital amenities in combat zones, including free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation facilities. Beyond direct troop support, this funding also extends to a variety of service member family events, reinforcing community and connection. Furthermore, a significant aspect of this grant is dedicated to supporting wounded warriors, aiding their recovery and well-being. This congressional allocation underscores a commitment to the welfare of military personnel and their families.
Opportunity ID: 242053
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ0034-13-1-0003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | USO GRANT |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.599 — Congressionally Directed Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 09, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 23, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $18,300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Congressionally drected assistance in support of the United Services Organization (USO) under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Defense |
| Description: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance in support of the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
CHRISSANDRA SMITH
CONTRACT SPECIALIST Phone 703-545-3574 Email:CHRISSANDRA.SMITH.CIV@MAIL.MIL |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Changes to this notice are: update phone number to 3574; add brief description of the purpose of this Grant in support of the USO. | Sep 10, 2013 | |
| Purpose of this change is to update the contact phone number to 703.545.3574 | Sep 10, 2013 | |
| This Grant is hereby Congressionally earmarked for United Service Organization. | Sep 10, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ0034-13-1-0003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | USO GRANT |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.599 — Congressionally Directed Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 09, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 20, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 23, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $18,300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Congressionally drected assistance in support of the United Services Organization (USO) under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Defense |
| Description: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance in support of the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
CHRISSANDRA SMITH
CONTRACT SPECIALIST Phone 703-545-3574 Email:CHRISSANDRA.SMITH.CIV@MAIL.MIL |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ0034-13-1-0003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | USO GRANT |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.599 — Congressionally Directed Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 23, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $18,300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Congressionally drected assistance to USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Defense |
| Description: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
CHRISSANDRA SMITH
CONTRACT SPECIALIST Phone 703-545-3575 Email:CHRISSANDRA.SMITH.CIV@MAIL.MIL |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HQ0034-13-1-0003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | USO GRANT |
| Opportunity Category: | Earmark |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Income Security and Social Services |
| Category Explanation: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.599 — Congressionally Directed Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 10, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 23, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 23, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $18,300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $18,300,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Congressionally drected assistance to USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of Defense |
| Description: | This Grant is a Congressionally directed assistance to the USO under the authority of Section 8077 of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113-6). The USO provides morale-boosting programs, entertainment, and services, to include providing free Internet and e-mail access, electronics, personal care events, and recreation services to troops in combat zones; a variety of service member family events; and to support wounded warriors. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
CHRISSANDRA SMITH
CONTRACT SPECIALIST Phone 703-545-3575 Email:CHRISSANDRA.SMITH.CIV@MAIL.MIL |
Related Documents
Folder 242053 Full Announcement-1 -> uso grant description.pdf
Folder 242053 Other Supporting Documents-Letter of Intent and Instructions 1 -> signed uso letter of intent sept 2013.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | CHRISSANDRA SMITH CONTRACT SPECIALIST Phone 703-545-3574 Email: CHRISSANDRA.SMITH.CIV@MAIL.MIL |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.599 | PKG00184870 | Sep 06, 2013 | Sep 20, 2013 | View | ||
| PKG00185230 | Sep 20, 2013 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
242053 SF424_Mandatory-1.1.pdf
Package 2
Mandatory forms
242053 SF424_Mandatory-1.1.pdf
242053 Project-1.0.pdf
242053 Budget-1.1.pdf
242053 SF424A-1.0.pdf
242053 Attachments-1.0.pdf
242053 Mandatory_SF424B-1.1.pdf
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