The Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul invites organizations to establish a research center at Kabul Polytechnic University (KPU). This initiative aims to enhance academic scholarship, research partnerships, and student research opportunities by collaborating with a U.S. university. The program includes training staff, developing research curriculum, and expanding research capabilities at KPU. With many faculty members returning from studies abroad, the research center will support their academic endeavors and encourage partnerships with private sector communities. This grant seeks to enrich university education in Afghanistan and foster connections with regional universities.
Opportunity ID: 314679
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAKAB-19-CA-010-SCA-04082019 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Establishment of a Research Center at Kabul Polytechnic University |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 08, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 08, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 07, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 07, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 07, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $400,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $400,000 |
| Award Floor: | $350,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility is open to non-profit, accredited U.S. public and private universities, offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with experience working with universities in the Middle East, South and Central Asia, or Southeast Asia. For-profit entities are not eligible to be the prime recipient of an award under this NOFO. When sub-awarding/contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. Per Section D of the Announcement (see Related Documents tab), applicants must submit proof of their non-profit status with their proposal (e.g., proof of 501(c)(3) status, Afghan NGO license, etc.). Applications that do not include proof of non-profit status will not be considered for an award. Individuals are not eligible for an award under this NOFO. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: |
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan is pleased to announce an open competition for eligible organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to establish a research center at Kabul Polytechnic University (KPU).
PAS Kabul, in partnership with KPU, seeks to establish a collaborative relationship with a U.S. university to coach, mentor, and facilitate the formation of a research center at KPU. This American partner would support KPU’s effort by training administrative staff, assisting in the creation of a research curriculum, orienting KPU faculty to research projects, expanding the scope of research at KPU, and forming links with other universities in Afghanistan and the region.
University education in Afghanistan suffered greatly under Taliban rule, with many senior faculty leaving the country. Now, faculty members who have recently earned masters and doctoral degrees abroad are returning from their studies. Suitable research facilities will enable them to continue their academic scholarship, develop research partnerships with private sector community and corporate interests, and provide a platform for student research as they develop their own higher degree offerings.
KPU, founded by the Afghan government in 1963, offers undergraduate degrees in eight faculties of engineering sciences:
Geology and Mines
Electromechanics, Computer Engineering and Informatics
Water Resources and Environmental Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Chemical Technology
Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
Information Technology.
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| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Izaak Martin, Grants Management Officer, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Email:KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
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Related Documents
Folder 314679 Full Announcement-Application Instructions -> NOFO KPU Research Center FY19.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Izaak Martin, Grants Management Officer, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan Email: KabulPASProposals@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.501 | 19-CA-010-SCA-04082019 | KPU Research Center | PKG00249815 | Apr 08, 2019 | Jun 07, 2019 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
314679 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
314679 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
314679 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
314679 SF424A-1.0.pdf
314679 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
314679 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
314679 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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