Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0007128
The grant opportunity titled "Addressing Pandemic Propaganda and Disinformation in AF" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0007128) is a U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Global Public Affairs funding announcement aimed at supporting work that counters or mitigates pandemic-related propaganda and disinformation in AF (as referenced in the title). It is offered as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement, which generally means the government expects to have substantial involvement during the life of the project (for example, through coordination, approvals, or collaborative oversight), rather than simply issuing a hands-off grant.
The program is run as a single-stage competitive process. Applicants are expected to submit a complete, full proposal upfront that addresses all stated program objectives, rather than submitting an initial concept note and advancing through multiple rounds. After submission, proposals are reviewed by a merit review panel and scored competitively. The evaluation focuses primarily on two things: first, how well the proposed project aligns with the program objectives laid out in the Notice of Funding Opportunity, and second, the applicant's demonstrated capacity to deliver timely results on those objectives. In practical terms, this implies reviewers will be looking for a clear, well-structured plan, credible methods, realistic timelines, and evidence the applicant can execute the work effectively based on past performance, staffing, partnerships, or organizational capabilities.
This opportunity falls under the "Science and Technology and other Research and Development" activity category and is listed under CFDA (now commonly referred to as Assistance Listing) number 19.040. Eligibility is limited to for-profit organizations other than small businesses, meaning the competition is specifically targeted at larger or otherwise non-small for-profit entities. The announcement lists an award ceiling of $1,250,000, indicating the maximum amount available per award under this opportunity. It also states an expected number of awards of 50, suggesting the agency anticipated making multiple awards rather than funding only one or a few projects, though actual awards would still depend on proposal quality, alignment, and available funds.
Key dates included in the listing show the opportunity was created on June 22, 2020, with an original closing date of July 22, 2020, giving applicants roughly one month to prepare and submit full applications. The full details, requirements, and the complete Notice of Funding Opportunity were made available through the SAMS Domestic platform, which requires applicants to create an account to access the documentation and submission instructions.Apply for SFOP0007128
- The Department of State, Bureau of Global Public Affairs in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Addressing Pandemic Propaganda and Disinformation in AF" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 22, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 22, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,250,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 50 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Addressing Pandemic Propaganda and Disinformation in AF."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0007128.
Which U.S. government agency is offering this funding?
This funding announcement is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Global Public Affairs.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program is intended to support work that counters or mitigates pandemic-related propaganda and disinformation in AF (as referenced in the opportunity title).
What type of award is this?
This is a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean for applicants?
A cooperative agreement generally means the government expects substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination, approvals, or collaborative oversight), rather than providing a fully hands-off grant.
Is this a competitive opportunity?
Yes. It is run as a single-stage competitive process, and proposals are reviewed and scored by a merit review panel.
Is there a concept note stage, or do applicants submit a full proposal right away?
Applicants are expected to submit a complete, full proposal upfront. This is described as a single-stage process rather than a multi-round process that begins with a concept note.
How will applications be evaluated?
The evaluation focuses primarily on (1) how well the proposed project aligns with the program objectives described in the Notice of Funding Opportunity and (2) the applicant's demonstrated capacity to deliver timely results on those objectives.
What kinds of proposal qualities are reviewers likely to look for based on the evaluation criteria described?
Based on the description provided, reviewers will likely look for a clear and well-structured plan, credible methods, realistic timelines, and evidence that the applicant can execute effectively (such as past performance, staffing, partnerships, or organizational capabilities).
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is "Science and Technology and other Research and Development."
What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number?
The listing references CFDA (now commonly called the Assistance Listing) number 19.040.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to for-profit organizations other than small businesses. In other words, this opportunity is targeted to for-profit entities that are not classified as small businesses.
What is the maximum funding amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $1,250,000, which indicates the maximum amount available per award under this opportunity.
How many awards does the agency expect to make?
The listing states an expected number of awards of 50. This suggests the agency anticipated making multiple awards, although actual awards would still depend on proposal quality, alignment with objectives, and available funds.
When was this opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on June 22, 2020.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date listed is July 22, 2020.
How much time did applicants have to apply based on the dates provided?
Based on the creation date (June 22, 2020) and the original closing date (July 22, 2020), applicants had roughly one month to prepare and submit a full application.
Where are the full details and required documents available?
The full details, requirements, and the complete Notice of Funding Opportunity were made available through the SAMS Domestic platform.
Do applicants need an account to access the full announcement materials?
Yes. The SAMS Domestic platform requires applicants to create an account to access the documentation and submission instructions.
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