The US Department of State is offering the MEDIA-M grant in Moldova to support the development of an independent and professional media landscape. The grant aims to provide citizens access to diverse perspectives and build a resilient media sector that is less susceptible to political and financial influences. The deadline for applications is November 14, 2016.
Opportunity ID: 289042
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-117-16-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Full and Open Competition for Qualified U.S. Organizations |
| 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: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 21, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2016 10:00 AM Chisinau time |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2016 10:00 AM Chisinau time |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Floor: | $6,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | While for-profit firms may participate, pursuant to 22 CFR 226.81, it is USAID policy not to award profit under assistance instruments such as cooperative agreements. However, all reasonable, allocable, and allowable expenses, both direct and indirect, which are related to the grant program and are in accordance with applicable cost standards (22 CFR 226, OMB Circular A-122 for non-profit organization, OMB Circular A-21 for universities, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 for-profit organizations). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Armenia USAID-Yerevan |
| Description: | MEDIA-M: Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) is a five-year activity (MEDIA-M or Activity hereafter) that aims to promote the development of an independent, professional media that gives citizens access to a variety of perspectives, and to create a media sector that is more resilient to political and financial pressures. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Armen Yeghiazarian
Grantor Phone 37410464700 Email:ayeghiazarian@usaid.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment #1 to the RFA was posted to respond to the requests for clarification | Oct 21, 2016 | |
| Oct 21, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-117-16-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Full and Open Competition for Qualified U.S. Organizations |
| 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: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 22, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 21, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2016 10:00 AM Chisinau time |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2016 10:00 AM Chisinau time |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Floor: | $6,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | While for-profit firms may participate, pursuant to 22 CFR 226.81, it is USAID policy not to award profit under assistance instruments such as cooperative agreements. However, all reasonable, allocable, and allowable expenses, both direct and indirect, which are related to the grant program and are in accordance with applicable cost standards (22 CFR 226, OMB Circular A-122 for non-profit organization, OMB Circular A-21 for universities, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 for-profit organizations). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Armenia USAID-Yerevan |
| Description: | MEDIA-M: Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) is a five-year activity (MEDIA-M or Activity hereafter) that aims to promote the development of an independent, professional media that gives citizens access to a variety of perspectives, and to create a media sector that is more resilient to political and financial pressures. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Armen Yeghiazarian
Grantor Phone 37410464700 Email:ayeghiazarian@usaid.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RFA-117-16-000004 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Full and Open Competition for Qualified U.S. Organizations |
| 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: | Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 5 |
| Assistance Listings: | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 21, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2016 10:00 AM Chisinau time |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $6,350,000 |
| Award Floor: | $6,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | While for-profit firms may participate, pursuant to 22 CFR 226.81, it is USAID policy not to award profit under assistance instruments such as cooperative agreements. However, all reasonable, allocable, and allowable expenses, both direct and indirect, which are related to the grant program and are in accordance with applicable cost standards (22 CFR 226, OMB Circular A-122 for non-profit organization, OMB Circular A-21 for universities, and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 for-profit organizations). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Armenia USAID-Yerevan |
| Description: | MEDIA-M: Media Enabling Democracy, Inclusion and Accountability in Moldova (MEDIA-M) is a five-year activity (MEDIA-M or Activity hereafter) that aims to promote the development of an independent, professional media that gives citizens access to a variety of perspectives, and to create a media sector that is more resilient to political and financial pressures. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Armen Yeghiazarian
Grantor Phone 37410464700 Email:ayeghiazarian@usaid.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 289042 Full Announcement-RFA-117-16-000004 -> RFA-117-16-000004.pdf
Folder 289042 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment 1 -> Amendment 1.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Armen Yeghiazarian Grantor Phone 37410464700 Email: ayeghiazarian@usaid.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98.001 | PKG00228119 | Sep 22, 2016 | Nov 14, 2016 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
289042 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
289042 SF424B-1.1.pdf
289042 SF424A-1.0.pdf
Optional forms
289042 FaithBased_SurveyOnEEO-1.2.pdf
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