The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is proactively seeking input through a Request for Information (RFI) to shape a forthcoming New Energy Activity in Central Asia. Announced on November 8, 2023, under the funding opportunity number 72011524RFI00001, this initiative reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to fostering regional electricity interconnection and promoting sustainable energy solutions across the diverse landscapes of Central Asia. Stakeholders are invited to contribute their expertise and suggestions by December 12, 2023, as USAID aims to catalyze investment and enhance energy efficiency and market transparency in the energy sectors of the region.
As part of its strategic engagement in Central Asia, USAID/Central Asia is laying the groundwork for transformative projects that support green energy incorporation and sectoral reform. The RFI presents a unique platform for individuals, organizations, and industry experts to influence the design of USAID’s assistance programs. The agency encourages a broad range of entities to participate in this crucial information-gathering phase, which will inform the development of energy policies geared towards economic growth and sustainability in Central Asian countries.
Opportunity ID: 350912
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 72011524RFI00001 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Request for Information (RFI) on USAID New Energy Activity in Central Asia |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Request for Information (RFI) |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| CFDA Number(s): | 98.001 — USAID Foreign Assistance for Programs Overseas |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 08, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 08, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 11, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 0 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Kazakhstan USAID-Almaty |
| Description: | The United States Agency for International Development, Central Asia (USAID/Central Asia) is in the process of gathering information to inform anticipated project design in support of the U.S. Government’s efforts to increase regional electricity interconnection, promote and incorporate green energy, catalyze investment in energy efficiency, and increase transparency in energy markets throughout Central Asia.
This Request for Information (RFI) offers the opportunity for interested individuals and organizations to provide recommendations on how USAID should structure its assistance to the Central Asian countries to reform and modernize their energy sectors. |
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| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Jannat Koksalova
Senior Acquisition and Assistance Specialist |
RFI USAID New Energy Activity