[U.S. Mission to Paraguay](https://py.usembassy.gov/)

August 6, 2025 (Full application)

$5,919,000–$6,000,000 total for one award; up to 54 months duration

Funding to expand rural internet connectivity, strengthen secure ICT access, and advance digital literacy in Paraguay.

Only one application per organization; U.S. and Paraguay-based NGOs, IHEs, and PIOs eligible; no cost sharing required.

--- ## Description This U.S. Department of State opportunity will fund a single organization to expand secure digital connectivity in Paraguay, focusing on rural internet access, institutional capacity building for secure ICT delivery, and digital literacy. The program will support the procurement, installation, and servicing of trusted vendor internet access points at up to 3,600 sites across Paraguay, in partnership with national authorities. It will also deliver digital literacy training and technical assistance to rural communities, aiming to promote safe and effective use of digital tools and raise awareness about data privacy and cybersecurity. The award is a cooperative agreement, requiring close collaboration with the Paraguayan Ministry of Information and Communications Technology (MITIC), the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL), and the U.S. Embassy Asuncion. The selected partner must enter a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Paraguay and will need to seek prior approval for significant project changes. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Application Deadline:** August 6, 2025, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (Washington, D.C.) - **Estimated Project Start Date:** September 30, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Total Available:** $6,000,000 (award ceiling); minimum award $5,919,000 - **Number of Awards:** 1 - **Project Duration:** Up to 54 months - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** - U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (excluding individuals and for-profit entities) - Overseas-based NGOs (including those with equivalent status under Paraguayan or other law, with a presence in Paraguay) - Institutions of higher education - Public International Organizations (PIOs) - NGOs based in Paraguay are strongly encouraged to apply - **Ineligible:** Individuals and for-profit organizations - **Other Requirements:** - All applicants and subrecipients must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active registration in [SAM.gov](https://sam.gov/) - Organizations on the Excluded Parties List in SAM.gov are not eligible --- ## Application Process - **Submission Portal:** Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360226) or [MyGrants](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=0296de891b66e2502405ea85624bcb80&view=Default) - **Required Components:** - SF-424, SF-424A, and SF-424B forms - Executive summary and proposal narrative (in English, Word format) - Detailed line-item budget and budget narrative (Excel and Word) - Project Monitoring and Evaluation Plan (see templates in NOFO attachments) - Key personnel bios, project timeline, and other attachments (max 9 pages) - **Formatting:** Single-spaced, 12-point Calibri font, 1-inch margins, U.S. letter size - **SAM.gov Registration:** Allow 4–8 weeks; start early. All applicants must have an active registration at submission. --- ## Additional Information - **Program Activities Must Include:** - Procurement and deployment of internet access points at up to 3,600 rural sites - Development of an institutionalization plan for sustainability and handover - Digital literacy training for at least 50 rural communities, reaching at least 100,000 individuals via public campaigns - Collaboration with MITIC, CONATEL, and local stakeholders - **Allowable Costs:** Laptops/tablets for training, transportation, per diems, rural logistics, training materials, etc. - **Unallowable Costs:** Spectrum licensing/leasing, construction/renovation, profit generation, entertainment, alcohol - **Reporting:** Quarterly programmatic and financial reports required - **Subrecipients:** Must also have UEI and SAM.gov registration --- ## External Links - [Full Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360226) - [Opportunity Details & Application on MyGrants](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=0296de891b66e2502405ea85624bcb80&view=Default) - [NOFO Document](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/07.30.2025.%20NOFO_FINAL_Paraguay_Advancing%20Secure%20Digital%20Connectivity%20(1).docx) - [Proposal Submission Instructions](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/20250522_Attachment%20A%20NOFO%20Proposal%20Submission%20Instructions.docx) - [Budget Template](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/Budget%20Template%20FY25%20with%20MTDC%20Final%20(2).xlsx) - [FAQs on Eligibility, Budget, and Technical Requirements](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/NOFO%20FAQs%20Consolidated-Paraguay%20NOFO.pdf) - [SAM.gov Registration FAQs](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/20250522_NOFO%20Template%20Attachment%20E-UEI%20and%20SAM.gov%20FAQs%20updated%20013124%20(1).docx) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Contact Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | AsuncionEmbassyGrants@state.gov | | Grants.gov Support | 1-800-518-4726 (U.S.) / support@grants.gov | | MyGrants Support | 1-888-313-4567 (ILMS Help Desk) | ---

Advancing Secure Digital Connectivity in Paraguay

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