Opportunity Information: Apply for STATE BISHKEK PAS 18 0002
The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek is soliciting proposals for an "English for Young Professionals" program in the Kyrgyz Republic, designed to strengthen English language skills among early-career professionals while also improving their ability to find and use reputable international news and information sources. The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan) as a discretionary award under a cooperative agreement, meaning the Embassy is likely to stay actively involved during implementation rather than simply issuing a grant and stepping back.
The core goal is practical, career-relevant English instruction that helps participants function more effectively in professional settings and in an information environment where media literacy and access to credible sources matter. Beyond language learning, the program is expected to introduce participants to U.S. programs, policies, and perspectives. Proposals may also include professional development components such as networking, public speaking, debate, and structured discussion of current events, but these elements are intended to support and reinforce English learning rather than replace it. A key expectation is that applicants tailor the program toward professions and disciplines that align with and complement broader U.S. government programming and objectives in Kyrgyzstan and the region, while also supporting wider U.S. priorities tied to leadership, security, and prosperity.
In terms of scale and geography, the Embassy indicates a preference for one or more larger awards that cover all provinces of the Kyrgyz Republic, but it is also open to well-justified proposals that focus on smaller geographic areas. The total expected funding for the opportunity is stated as approximately $200,000 to $400,000, with an award ceiling of $200,000 and an anticipated two awards, suggesting the funding may be split among multiple implementers or phases depending on proposal quality and program design.
Applicants have flexibility in how instruction is delivered. The Embassy will consider traditional group classes, one-on-one instruction, online or electronic-media-based teaching, and the use of social or traditional media, as well as blended models that combine multiple approaches. Regardless of format, proposals are expected to clearly explain how participants will be selected and to provide concrete detail on delivery methods, instructional approach, and course materials, indicating that reviewers will prioritize realistic implementation planning and strong curriculum design rather than broad concepts alone.
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations both with and without U.S. 501(c)(3) status. The opportunity is identified as Funding Opportunity Number STATE BISHKEK PAS 18 0002 under CFDA 19.900, and it was originally posted May 31, 2018 with an original closing date of July 31, 2018.Apply for STATE BISHKEK PAS 18 0002
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "English for Young Professionals - Kyrgyz Republic" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.900.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 31, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2018. (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 $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the "English for Young Professionals" program?
It is a proposed U.S. Embassy Bishkek-supported program in the Kyrgyz Republic focused on strengthening practical, career-relevant English skills among early-career professionals. The program is also intended to improve participants' ability to find and use reputable international news and information sources, supporting stronger media literacy alongside language learning.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan (U.S. Embassy in Bishkek).
What type of award is this?
This is a discretionary award under a cooperative agreement. That generally means the Embassy is likely to remain actively involved during implementation rather than awarding funding and stepping back.
What are the main program goals?
The main goals are (1) practical English instruction that helps young professionals function more effectively in professional settings, and (2) improved ability to locate, evaluate, and use reputable international news and information sources in an environment where credibility and media literacy matter.
Is the program only about English language instruction?
The core emphasis is English instruction, but proposals are also expected to incorporate content that strengthens participants' ability to use reputable news and information sources. In addition, the program is expected to introduce participants to U.S. programs, policies, and perspectives.
Can proposals include professional development activities (like networking or public speaking)?
Yes. Proposals may include professional development components such as networking, public speaking, debate, and structured discussion of current events. However, these elements are intended to support and reinforce English learning rather than replace it.
Are applicants expected to target particular professions or disciplines?
Yes. A key expectation is that applicants tailor the program toward professions and disciplines that align with and complement broader U.S. government programming and objectives in Kyrgyzstan and the region, and that also support wider U.S. priorities tied to leadership, security, and prosperity.
Where should the program operate geographically?
The Embassy indicates a preference for one or more larger awards that cover all provinces of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the same time, it is open to well-justified proposals that focus on smaller geographic areas.
How much funding is expected to be available?
The total expected funding for the opportunity is approximately $200,000 to $400,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $200,000.
How many awards does the Embassy anticipate making?
The opportunity anticipates two awards.
Does the stated funding range mean one organization will receive $400,000?
Not necessarily. The information provided indicates total expected funding of approximately $200,000 to $400,000, an award ceiling of $200,000, and an anticipated two awards. This suggests funding may be split among multiple implementers and/or depend on proposal quality and program design.
What delivery formats are allowed for English instruction?
Applicants have flexibility. The Embassy will consider traditional group classes, one-on-one instruction, online or electronic-media-based teaching, use of social or traditional media, and blended models that combine multiple approaches.
What should proposals include about participant selection?
Proposals are expected to clearly explain how participants will be selected.
What level of detail is expected in the implementation plan?
Proposals are expected to provide concrete detail on delivery methods, instructional approach, and course materials. This indicates reviewers will prioritize realistic implementation planning and strong curriculum design rather than broad concepts alone.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations both with and without U.S. 501(c)(3) status.
Do nonprofits need to have U.S. 501(c)(3) status to apply?
No. The eligibility description states that nonprofit organizations both with and without U.S. 501(c)(3) status are eligible.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is STATE BISHKEK PAS 18 0002.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is identified under CFDA 19.900.
When was the opportunity originally posted and what was the original closing date?
It was originally posted on May 31, 2018, and the original closing date was July 31, 2018.
Is the Embassy expected to be involved during program delivery?
Yes. Because it is a cooperative agreement, the Embassy is likely to stay actively involved during implementation rather than simply issuing a grant and stepping back.
Is the program expected to address access to credible information sources?
Yes. Alongside English language development, the program is designed to improve participants' ability to find and use reputable international news and information sources.
Can a proposal focus on a smaller area rather than the entire country?
Yes, the Embassy is open to well-justified proposals that focus on smaller geographic areas, even though it expresses a preference for coverage across all provinces.
What broader themes should proposals support?
Proposals are expected to align with and complement broader U.S. government programming and objectives in Kyrgyzstan and the region, while also supporting wider U.S. priorities tied to leadership, security, and prosperity.
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