USAID-Kiev inviting NGOs to promote Accountability and Democratic Development in Ukraine

Deadline: 30-Apr-21

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Regional Contracting Office in Kyiv, Ukraine is seeking applications from qualified U.S. or Non-U.S. non-profit or for-profit Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and other qualified non-USG organizations for funding of an activity entitled “RADA the Next Generation (RANG) Activity.”

Goal: To advance the “next generation” of reforms that will enable the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (VRU) to become a modern, effective institution that promotes accountability and democratic development in Ukraine.

Objectives

Objective 1: Greater participation by constituents in legislative processes, including better and more frequent engagement between MPs and their constituents, specifically individuals, civil society, and business associations
Objective 2: VRU analytical and oversight capacity strengthened and enhanced to ensure an endto-end legislative process
Objective 3: VRU performs its constitutionally designated functions more effectively and efficiently through the utilization of technological and innovative solutions.

Funding Information

Subject to funding availability, USAID anticipates awarding one (1) Cooperative Agreement with a total estimated amount up to $10,000,000 over a 5-year period. The actual funding amount is subject to availability of funds.
The estimated start date will be on or about June 30, 2021. The anticipated period of performance will be five (5) years from the effective date of the award.

Eligibility Criteria

USAID encourages applications from potential new partners. USAID will not accept applications from individuals.
To be eligible for award of a Cooperative Agreement, 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. Non-discrimination includes equal treatment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender, and political affiliation.
The following types of entities are eligible to apply for funding under this NOFO:
- U.S. and Non-U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  - U.S. and Non-U.S. Non-Profit Organizations: U.S. and non-U.S. private non-profit organizations may apply for funding under this NOFO.
  - U.S. and Non-U.S. For-Profit Organizations: U.S. and non-U.S. private for-profit organizations may apply for funding under this NOFO. Potential for-profit applicants should note that, in accordance with 2 CFR 200.400(g), profit, which is any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs, is not an allowable cost for recipients of USAID assistance awards, and cannot be part of the project budget.
  - U.S. and Non-U.S. Colleges and Universities: U.S. and non-U.S. colleges and universities may apply for funding under this NOFO. USAID generally treats colleges and universities as NGOs, rather than governmental organizations; hence, both public and private colleges and universities are eligible, except public colleges and universities in countries that are ineligible for assistance under the FAA or related appropriations acts. Please note, however, that this NOFO is focused on people-to-people programming that addresses divisions within a community and is not intended to fund academic research.
- Public International Organizations (PIOs)