1. Cover Letter Amendment 1-USAID Inclusive Political Outreach-ADDENDUM-001-72036725APS00001.pdf

This is an amendment letter (Amendment Number 01) to USAID's Inclusive Political Outreach Addendum (ADDENDUM-001-72036725APS00001), dated December 11, 2024, which makes administrative changes and provides answers to questions from prospective applicants.

The amendment, issued by USAID Nepal, pertains to a grant opportunity focused on increasing participation of marginalized groups in Nepal's political processes. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement with an anticipated award value of up to $5 million over five years. While the amendment makes administrative changes (highlighted in yellow in the original document), it explicitly states that it does not obligate USAID to make an award or commit to paying application preparation costs. The amendment maintains all other terms and conditions from the original addendum, and USAID reserves the right to reject any applications if deemed in the best interest of the U.S. Government.