British Embassy announces Call for Concept Notes for FCO Programmes Funds 20/21

British Embassy announces Call for Concept Notes for FCO Programmes Funds 20/21 – Myanmar

Deadline: 31 March 2020

The British Embassy Yangon (Rangoon) has announced its call for concept notes under FCO programme funds for the financial year April 2020 – March 2021.

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The objective of the FCO programme funds is to support the ongoing transition process and promote a stable, secure and prosperous Myanmar.

In particular, the Embassy is looking for projects under the priorities below that can be carried out in FY 2020/21.

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UK values: Promoting civil and political rights including freedom of expression, freedom of religion and belief, rule of law (including accountability) and positive measures to counter hate speech.
UK soft power: Promoting the UK’s soft power including expertise, language, and education.
Multilateralism: Supporting Myanmar’s participation in the Rules Based International System, including its ability to participate in international organisations and uphold international standards, for example, Anti-Money Laundering.
Others: Preventing illegal wildlife trade, mitigation measures on climate change.
Principles

The projects should reflect the following principles in the delivery of its outcomes:

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Ensure meaningful involvement of youths, women, LGBTIQ, and people with disabilities from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds to deliver inclusive and impactful programming.
Programmes should be designed to reflect gender and conflict sensitivity.
Funding Information

Short-term responses: One-off or small scale activities including workshops or participation in meetings, conferences, and seminars. Maximum fund limit is USD 15,000. Activities should be completed by 15 March 2021.
Short-term projects: Specific projects that can be completed by 15 March 2021. Maximum fund limit for each project is USD 100,000.
Bids Assessment Criteria

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Bids will be assessed against the following criteria:

The strategic fit with the priorities.
The technical feasibility of the project activities and outputs.
Value for money.
The capability of the implementing organisation.
Important Tips

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Please consider the below tips when designing your project.

Only single project bid is accepted from an organisation.
Payments are deliverables-based and thus made after the completion of project activities. Advance payments are not usually possible.
85% of project fund should be spent by 15 December 2020 and full spend by 15 March 2021. Thus activities should be planned ahead accordingly.
The combined total of management fees, overheads and administration costs should not exceed 10% of the overall budget. As this is not allowed in a lumpsum or percentage amount, this should be elaborated when the shortlisted applicant is requested for a full proposal and detailed budget.
Equipment purchases are not allowed.
Multi-year projects will not be considered.
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/myanmar-burma-call-for-concept-notes-for-fco-programmes-funds-fy-2021