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U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Ecuador

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE

U.S. EMBASSY AND CONSULATE IN ECUADOR, PUBLIC DIPLOMACY SECTION

Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

Funding Opportunity Title: FY2024 Countering Irregular Migration

Funding Opportunity Number: PD EC Federal Awards – NOFO 2024-004

Deadline for Applications: July 15, 2024

Assistance Listing Number: 19.040

Total Amount Available: up to $60,000.00

Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $15,000.00 to a maximum of $30,000.00.

A.- PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The U.S. Mission to Ecuador through the Public Diplomacy Section (PDS), announces an open competition for organizations and individuals to submit proposals to implement projects with innovative approaches to counter irregular migration in Ecuador.

Program Objectives

Proposals may be focused on, but not limited to:

1. Raising Public Awareness through Information Campaigns

2. Strengthening Security Cooperation

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3. Promoting Economic Growth

4. Fostering Community Development

5. Enhancing Soft Skills Development �. Encouraging Innovative Solutions

7. Innovative Approaches to Migration Challenges �. Promoting Collaborative Efforts

Proposals must address one or more of the above objectives. Proposals that do not address the theme as outlined in the program objectives will be deemed ineligible. All project activities must take place outside of the United States and its territories.

Please be aware that projects funded through this grant must include a “U.S. component.” A “U.S.

component” generally refers to a characteristic of a project or program that re�ects or involves some aspect of the United States. This could include a variety of factors such as:

American Values and Culture: Programs that promote understanding of American values, culture, and policies. This can include cultural exchange programs, educational initiatives, and projects that highlight American history, arts, or societal norms.

Involvement of U.S. Citizens or Organizations: Projects that involve American citizens or institutions, such as universities, non-pro�ts, or private companies. This could mean collaboration with American experts, guest speakers, or volunteers.

Promotion of U.S. Foreign Policy Objectives: Initiatives that align with and support the U.S. foreign policy goals. For example, projects that encourage democratic governance, human rights, economic development, or international security can be seen as having a U.S. component.

Exchange Programs: Projects that facilitate exchange programs between the U.S. and Ecuador, allowing for the mutual sharing of knowledge, culture, and experiences.

Educational Programs: Programs that support the teaching of the English language or American studies abroad, including English language training, American literature, history, and government.

In grant applications, clearly de�ning the U.S. component of the proposed project is crucial as it helps to justify the relevance of the grant within the scope of the State Department’s mission and objectives.

Applicants are required to explain how their project will promote understanding of the United States, foster relationships between the United States and Ecuador, or otherwise re�ect U.S. interests.

Participants and Audiences:

Program participants should be ages 15 or older.

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B.- FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION

Length of performance period: up to 15 months. Proposed programs should be completed by December 2025 or sooner.

Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $15,000.00 to a maximum of $30,000.00.

Type of Funding: FY24 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Closing date for applications: July 15, 2024 Anticipated program start date: To be considered for FY2024, all programs must start before September 30, 2024.

This notice is subject to availability of funding.

C.- ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

Eligible Applicants

Not-for-pro�t organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations.

For-pro�t organizations are not eligible.

Individuals.

Public and private educational institutions.

Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions.

Cost Sharing or Matching

Cost sharing is not required. However, if provided, detail whether it is through in-cash or in-kind contributions and the estimated dollar amounts.

Other Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Unique Entity Identi�er (UEI) number issued via www.SAM.gov as well as a valid registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.5 for more information. Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM.gov.

D.- APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION

Address to Request Application Package

Application forms are available at

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Migration NOFO-2024-Proposal-Form.docx Download

Migration NOFO-2024-Budget-Form.xlsx Download

Content and Form of Application Submission

Ensure proposals clearly address the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.

All documents must be in English and budgets in U.S. dollars.

The following documents and information are required:

1.- Mandatory application forms

SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations) Download or SF-424-I (Application for Federal Assistance -individuals) Download SF424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs) Download SF424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs) Download (note: the SF-424B is only required for individuals and for organizations not registered in SAM.gov).

2.- Summary Page: Applicant name, organization, proposal date, program title, period, and purpose.

3.- Proposal: The proposal should contain su�cient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items in the below proposal form.

2024 Countering Irregular Migration Proposal Form

About your Project: Please provide information on the title of your project, the requested budget total, and the primary location of the project. Projects need to take place outside of the U.S. or its territories.

Problem Statement: A short narrative which outlines the proposed project, including challenge/s to be addressed, project objectives, and anticipated impact.

Project Goals and Objectives: The goal/s of the proposed project need to describe what the project is intended to achieve and include the objectives which support the goal/s. Objectives should be speci�c, measurable, and realistically achievable in a set time frame.

Project Methods, Design, and Timeline: A description of how the project is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal/s. This should include a description of the project’s direct and indirect bene�ciaries as well as a plan on how to continue the program beyond the grant period, 6/11/24, 9:21 AM Notice of Funding Opportunity: Countering Irregular Migration - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Ecuador https://ec.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-fy2024-countering-irregular-migration/ 4/12 https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/Migration-NOFO-2024-Proposal-Form.docx https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/Migration-NOFO-2024-Budget-Form-1.xlsx https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/SF424_Organization_3_0_-V3.0_valid-thru-02-28-2026_UNLOCKED-2.pdf https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/SF424_Individual_2_0-V2.0-1-1.pdf https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/SF424A-V1.0-1-1.pdf https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/Mandatory_Organization-only_SF424B-V1.1_valid-thru-02-28-2025-1.pdf https://ec.usembassy.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/Mandatory_Organization-only_SF424B-V1.1_valid-thru-02-28-2025-1.pdf or the availability of other resources, if applicable. The proposed timeline for the project activities should include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events. Applicants may also submit proposed workshop or training agendas and materials.

Project Timeline: A timeline of your project activities.

Bene�ciaries: An estimated number of direct and indirect bene�ciaries of your proposed project.

Local Project Partners: A list of partners who will support the proposed project, if applicable.

Communication Plan: The communication plan should include a communication and outreach strategy for promoting the proposed project. It may include social media, websites, print news, or other forms of media intended to use to share information about the project to bene�ciaries and the public.

Project Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: The Monitoring and Evaluation component of the proposal should outline in detail how the proposal’s activities will advance the program’s goals and objectives.

This should include any outcomes showing a change in knowledge, awareness, and attitudes;

improved quality of services; increased capacity at a school, group; etc. Proposals should also include how the grantee will measure the impact of planned activities.

Bene�ciary Protection Plan (Required) – a description of the organization’s standards of conduct policy, training protocols, and reporting mechanisms to prevent discrimination, harassment, and abuse of bene�ciaries of the program, especially if the bene�ciaries include minors or other particularly vulnerable groups.

Branding Requirements: As a condition of receipt of a federal award, all materials produced pursuant to the award, including training materials, materials for recipients or materials to communicate or promote with foreign audiences a program, event, project, or some other activity under an agreement, including but not limited to invitations to events, press materials, and backdrops, podium signs, etc.

must be marked appropriately with the standard, rectangular U.S. �ag in a size and prominence equal to (or greater than) any other logo or identity. Note: Exceptions to the branding requirement are allowable under certain conditions. If an applicant is noti�ed that their award has been chosen for funding, the Grants O�cer will determine, in consultation with the applicant, if an exception is applicable. Please explain how branding requirements will be implemented in the proposed project.

4.- Budget Form with Budget Narrative: After �lling out the SF-424A Budget (above), use a separate �le to describe each of the budget expenses in detail. See section H. Other Information: Guidelines for Budget Submissions below for further information.

5.- Attachments:

O�cial permission letters, if required for program activities 1-page CV or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program

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Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, your latest NICRA should be included as a PDF �le.

Unique Entity Identi�er and System for Award Management (SAM.gov) if applying as an organization. Not required if applying as an individual.

6.- Required Registrations:

All organizations, whether based in the United States or in another country, must have a Unique Entity Identi�er (UEI) and an active registration with the SAM.gov. A UEI is one of the data elements mandated by Public Law 109-282, the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), for all Federal awards.

Note: As of April 2022, a DUNS number is no longer required for federal assistance applications.

The 2 CFR 200 requires that sub-grantees obtain a UEI number. Please note the UEI for sub-grantees is not required at the time of application but will be required before an award is processed and/or directed to a sub-grantee.

Note: The process of obtaining or renewing a SAM.gov registration may take anywhere from 4-8 weeks.

Please begin your registration as early as possible.

Organizations based in the United States or that pay employees within the United States will need an Employer Identi�cation Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and a UEI number prior to registering in SAM.gov.

Organizations based outside of the United States and that do not pay employees within the United States do not need an EIN from the IRS but do need a UEI number prior to registering in SAM.gov.

Organizations based outside of the United States should follow the below instructions:

Step 1: Proceed to SAM.gov to obtain a UEI and complete the SAM.gov registration process. SAM.gov registration must be renewed annually.

Exemptions

An exemption from the UEI and sam.gov registration requirements may be permitted on a case-by-case basis if:

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An applicant’s identity must be protected due to potential endangerment of their mission, their organization’s status, their employees, or individuals being served by the applicant.

For an applicant, if the Federal awarding agency makes a determination that there are exigent circumstances that prohibit the applicant from receiving a unique entity identi�er and completing SAM registration prior to receiving a Federal award. In these instances, Federal awarding agencies must require the recipient to obtain a unique entity identi�er and complete SAM registration within 30 days of the Federal award date.

Organizations requesting exemption from UEI or SAM.gov requirements must email the point of contact listed in the NOFO at least two weeks prior to the deadline in the NOFO providing a justi�cation of their request. Approval for a SAM.gov exemption must come from the warranted Grants O�cer before the application can be deemed eligible for review.

7.- Funding Restrictions: The FY2024 Countering Irregular Migration funding opportunity does not support the following activities or costs, and the selection committee will deem applications involving any of these activities or costs ineligible:

Any airfare to/from the United States and its territories Activities that take place in the United States and its territories Staff salaries, o�ce space, and overhead/operational expenses Large items of durable equipment or construction programs Alcohol, excessive meals, refreshments, or entertainment Academic or scienti�c research Charitable or development activities Provision of direct social services to a population Individual scholarships Social travel/visits Gifts or prizes Duplication of existing programs Institutional development of an organization Venture capital, for-pro�t endeavors, or charging a fee for participation in project.

Support for speci�c religious activities Fund-raising campaigns Support or opposition of partisan political activity or lobbying for speci�c legislation.

E.- APPLICATION REVIEW INFORMATION

A review committee will evaluate all eligible applications based on the following criteria:

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Quality and Feasibility of the Program Idea (20 points): The program idea is well developed, with detail about how program activities will be carried out. The proposal includes a reasonable implementation timeline. Does the proposed project directly impact or addresses irregular migration? Proposed project ideas must be public diplomacy in nature (i.e. not development or military).

Organizational Capacity and Record on Previous Grants (20 points): The organization has expertise in its stated �eld and has the internal controls in place to manage federal funds. This includes a �nancial management system and a bank account.

Program Planning/Ability to Achieve Objectives (15 points): Goals and objectives are clearly stated, and program approach is likely to provide maximum impact in achieving the proposed results. Are the objectives realistically achievable?

Budget and Budget Narrative (10 points): The budget and narrative justi�cation are su�ciently detailed. Costs are reasonable in relation to the proposed activities and anticipated results. The budget is realistic, accounting for all necessary expenses to achieve proposed activities. The results and proposed outcomes justify the total cost of the project. Budget items are reasonable, allowable, and allocable.

Communication, Media, and Outreach Plan (10 points): The project should include a clear plan and timeline for how and when the team will share information about the project. It is important to ensure that the U.S. Embassy gets recognition throughout the process if circumstances permit.

Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (15 points): Applicant demonstrates it is able to measure program success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the proposal. The program includes output and outcome indicators and shows how and when those will be measured.

Sustainability (10 points): Have the applicants considered how the project will continue to have positive impact after the end of the project.

Disclaimer: This notice is subject to availability of funding. The United States Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador does not guarantee availability of funding by receiving applications under this announcement.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

F.- FEDERAL AWARD ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION

1. Federal Award Notices

The grant award or cooperative agreement will be written, signed, awarded, and administered by the Grants O�cer. The assistance award agreement is the authorizing document and it will be provided to the recipient for review and signature by email. The recipient may only start incurring program expenses

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If a proposal is selected for funding, the Department of State has no obligation to provide any additional future funding. Renewal of an award to increase funding or extend the period of performance is at the discretion of the Department of State.

Issuance of this NOFO does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the U.S. government, nor does it commit the U.S. government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of proposals. Further, the U.S. government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.

Payment Method: The Recipient must request payment under this award by completing form SF-270— Request for Advance or Reimbursement and submitting the form to the Grants O�cer. Unless otherwise stipulated, the Recipient may request payments on a reimbursement or advance basis.

2.- Administrative and National Policy Requirements

Before submitting an application, applicants should review all the terms and conditions and required certi�cations which will apply to this award, to ensure that they will be able to comply.

These include:

2 CFR 25 – UNIVERSAL IDENTIFIER AND SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT

2 CFR 170 – REPORTING SUBAWARD AND EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION INFORMATION

2 CFR 175 – AWARD TERM FOR TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS

2 CFR 182 – GOVERNMENTWIDE REQUIREMENTS FOR DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (FINANCIAL

ASSISTANCE)

2 CFR 183 – NEVER CONTRACT WITH THE ENEMY

2 CFR 600 – DEPARTMENT OF STATE REQUIREMENTS

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS

In accordance with the O�ce of Management and Budget’s guidance located at 2 CFR part 200, all applicable Federal laws, and relevant Executive guidance, the Department of State will review and consider applications for funding, as applicable to speci�c programs, pursuant to this notice of funding opportunity in accordance with the following: NOTE:

Guidance for Grants and Agreements in Title 2 of the Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR), as updated in the Federal Register’s 85 FR 49506 on August 13, 2020, particularly on:

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Selecting recipients most likely to be successful in delivering results based on the program objectives through an objective process of evaluating Federal award applications (2 CFR part 200.205), Prohibiting the purchase of certain telecommunication and video surveillance services or equipment in alignment with section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act of 2019 (Pub. L. No. 115—

232) (2 CFR part 200.216), Promoting the freedom of speech and religious liberty in alignment with Promoting Free Speech and Religious Liberty (E.O. 13798) and Improving Free Inquiry, Transparency, and Accountability at Colleges and Universities (E.O. 13864) (§§ 200.300, 200.303, 200.339, and 200.341), Providing a preference, to the extent permitted by law, to maximize use of goods, products, and materials produced in the United States (2 CFR part 200.322), and Terminating agreements in whole or in part to the greatest extent authorized by law, if an award no longer effectuates the program goals or agency priorities (2 CFR part 200.340).

3.- Reporting

Reporting Requirements: Recipients will be required to submit �nancial reports and program reports. The award document will specify how often these reports must be submitted.

G.- FEDERAL AWARDING AGENCY CONTACTS

For questions about the grant application process, please contact: Contacto Cultural:

contactocultural@state.gov

Please submit your proposal form and budget form to contactocultural@state.gov with the following naming convention for the titles of the documents and the email subject:

Email Subject: MigrationNOFO24_Project Title_Name of the lead/organization_Application

For example: MigrationNOFO24_ProjectMigration_So�aTapia_Application

Attach the below Documents:

Example Proposal Form: MigrationNOFO2024_ProjectMigration_So�aTapia_Proposal Form. docx Budget form: MigrationNOFO2024_ProjectMigration_So�aTapia_Budget.xlxs

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Please note that the enclosed documents should be provided in Word and Excel formats rather than in

PDF.

H.- OTHER INFORMATION

Guidelines for Budget Justi�cation

Personnel and Fringe Bene�ts: Describe the wages, salaries, and bene�ts of temporary or permanent staff who will be working directly for the applicant on the program, and the percentage of their time that will be spent on the program.

Travel: Estimate the costs of travel and per diem for this program, for program staff, consultants or speakers, and participants/bene�ciaries. If the program involves international travel, include a brief statement of justi�cation for that travel.

Equipment: Describe any machinery, furniture, or other personal property that is required for the program, which has a useful life of more than one year (or a life longer than the duration of the program), and costs at least $5,000 per unit.

Supplies: List and describe all the items and materials, including any computer devices, that are needed for the program. If an item costs more than $5,000 per unit, then put it in the budget under Equipment.

Contractual: Describe goods and services that the applicant plans to acquire through a contract with a vendor. Also describe any sub-awards to non-pro�t partners that will help carry out the program activities.

Other Direct Costs: Describe other costs directly associated with the program, which do not �t in the other categories. For example, shipping costs for materials and equipment or applicable taxes. All “Other” or “Miscellaneous” expenses must be itemized and explained.

Indirect Costs: These are costs that cannot be linked directly to the program activities, such as overhead costs needed to help keep the organization operating. If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, attach a copy of your latest NICRA. Organizations that have never had a NICRA may request indirect costs of 10% of modi�ed total direct costs as de�ned in

2 CFR 200.68.

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This is the o�cial website of the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.

“Cost Sharing” refers to contributions from the organization or other entities other than the U.S. Embassy.

It also includes in-kind contributions such as volunteers’ time and donated venues. Alcoholic Beverages:

Please note that award funds cannot be used for alcoholic beverages.

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