The United States Agency for International Development in Vietnam (USAID/Vietnam) is seeking applications from qualified entities to implement the "USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform" activity that aims to modernize the selected universities to support their desire to become world-class institutions.
Objectives
This activity will have three mutually reinforcing objectives:
- More sustainable and autonomous VNUs
- Improved academic quality
- Improved research and innovation capacity
Funding Information
- USAID intends to provide up to $14,200,000 in total USAID funding.
Eligibility Criteria
- Organizations eligible to apply under this NOFO includes non-profit or for-profit non-governmental organizations, inclusive of, foundations, colleges and universities, private businesses and associations and excludes public international organizations and governmental organizations.
- While for-profit firms may participate, pursuant to 2 CFR 200.400(g), it is USAID policy not to award profit to prime recipients and sub-recipients under assistance instruments.
- Each applicant must be found to be a responsible entity before receiving an award. The Agreement Officer (AO) may determine that a pre-award survey is required in accordance with ADS 303.3.9.1 to determine whether the applicant has the necessary organization, experience, accounting and operational controls, and technical skills – or ability to obtain them – in order to achieve the objectives of the program and comply with established U.S. Government standards, laws, and regulations.
- Applicants who do not currently meet all USAID requirements for systems and controls may still be eligible under special award considerations and should not be discouraged from applying.
- USAID welcomes applications from organizations that have not previously received financial assistance from USAID. The prime recipient is encouraged to promote involvement of “underutilized” partners and local organizations in the implementation of this activity.
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