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Funding Opportunity Title: FY 2014 Disability Funding

Announcement Type: Annual Program Statement (APS)

APS Number: APS-294-15-000001 

APS Issue Date: January 20, 2015

Deadline for Submission of Questions: January 23, 2015 12:00 pm Jerusalem Local Time

Deadline for Submission of Concept Papers: February 6, 2015 12:00 pm Jerusalem Local Time

Dear Interested Applicants:

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) West Bank and Gaza Mission (WBG) is inviting all interested Implementing Partners to apply for FY14 Disability Funding to:

Increase the participation of people with disabilities in USAID programs/activities; and Strengthen the capacity and services of civil society organizations run by and for people with

disabilities; herein referred to as Disabled People’s Organizations (DPOs).

Up to $5 Million in funding is available to support programs and activities to increase the participation of people with disabilities within the strategies and portfolios of USAID and to strengthen the capacity and services of DPOs.

Program areas could include, but are not limited to: agriculture and food security; democracy, human rights & governance; economic growth and trade; education; environment and global climate change; sports; gender equality and women’s empowerment; health; and science, technology and innovation, among others. Capacity building programs for DPOs may include organizational capacity, advocacy efforts, cross-disability coalition building, coordination, and leadership and training.

All awards (grants or cooperative agreements) under this request for concept papers will be administered through and managed by USAID. Subject to the availability of funds, the total estimated level of funding available for awards under this worldwide request is up to $5,000,000 as follows:

1. Small fund programs: ranging from $20,000 to $300,000 (the total amount of all small fund awards shall not exceed $3.8 million worldwide)

2. Large fund programs: ranging from $300,000 - $600,000 (the total amount of all large fund awards shall not exceed $1.2 million worldwide)

This APS consists of this cover letter and the following:

1. Section A APS objectives 2. Section B Application Guidance 3. Section C Selection Criteria 4. Annex A Fall 2014 – USAID Disability Funding Application

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5. Annex B Mandatory Special Provisions 6. Annex C Mission Order No. 21 7. Attachment A Partner Information Form 8. Attachment B Suggested Notice Language 9. Attachment C Certification 10. Attachment D Mandatory Clause 11. Attachment F Restriction on Facility Names

IMPORTANT: USAID requests that all questions regarding this APS be submitted in writing to Nathan Hilgendorf, via email at nhilgendorf@usaid.gov with a copy to Maya Khouny at mkhouny@usaid.gov no later than January 23, 2015 12:00 Jerusalem Local Time. Answers to all questions will be provided through an amendment to the APS.

Thank you for your interest in working with USAID.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Section A - APS Objectives………………………………………..………………………...4

Section B - Application Guidance.…..……………………………..………………………..7

Section C - Selection Criteria.…………..……………………………………..……………..8

Attachments Annex A - Fall 2014 – USAID Disability Funding Application Annex B - Mandatory Special Provisions Annex C - Mission Order No. 21 Attachment A – Partner Information Form Attachment B – Suggested Notice Language Attachment C – Certification Attachment D – Mandatory Clause Attachment F – Restriction on Facility Names

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SECTION A – APS OBJECTIVES  

A.1 PROGRAM SUMMARY

According to the World Health Organization (2011), approximately 15% of any population has some form of disability, with a higher incidence of disability in countries that are post conflict or affected by natural disasters. The prevalence of disability is expected to rise in coming years due to an ageing global population and an increase in chronic health conditions. Of the estimated 1 billion people throughout the world with a disability, 80% live in less resourced nations.

People with disabilities are more likely to experience poverty. Women and girls with disabilities often experience double-discrimination on account of gender and disability. Due to stigma, discrimination and inaccessibility, people with disabilities are less likely to access basic services such as education, employment and healthcare. The lack of access to vital services and programs contributes to their marginalization and exclusion, with little or no option to escape from poverty.

Societies that are inclusive of their diverse populations are more likely to be democratic, participatory and equitable. They are more likely to meet their development goals. In spite of this, and although disability is a crosscutting development issue, people with disabilities often remain invisible in the global development agenda.

USAID’s Disability Policy states that USAID will not discriminate against people with disabilities and will work to ensure the inclusion and active participation of people with disabilities in USAID-funded programs and activities. To this end, USAID has mainstreamed disability in several of its key policies and sector strategies, such as the Education Strategy (2011), Gender Equality and Female Empowerment Policy (2012) and Strategy on Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (2013).

The USAID Disability Policy also calls out to partners to lead a collaborative effort to end discrimination against and promote equal opportunity for people with disabilities. In response, several USAID missions have addressed disability in their Country Development Cooperation Strategies.

In July 2009, the US signed the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities affirming its commitment to the human rights of people with disabilities around the world. To date, most of the countries in which USAID operates have also signed and ratified the Convention signaling a global movement towards the full realization of the rights of people with disabilities and their role in the international development community.

For more information about USAID and Disability Inclusive Development, visit: http://www.usaid.gov/what-we-do/democracy-human-rights-and-governance/protecting-human-rights/disability

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A.2 PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The Center of Excellence on Democracy, Human Rights and Governance (DRG), within the Bureau of Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Assistance (DCHA) of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is inviting all interested Implementing Partners to apply for FY14 Disability Funding to:

Increase the participation of people with disabilities in USAID programs/activities

Strengthen the capacity and services of civil society organizations run by and for people with disabilities; herein referred to as Disabled People’s Organizations (DPOs).

Up to $5 Million in funding is available worldwide to support programs and activities to increase the participation of people with disabilities within the strategies and portfolios of USAID and to strengthen the capacity and services of DPOs. USAID/West Bank and Gaza is hereby seeking Concept Papers from organizations desiring to address these objectives in the West Bank and Gaza.

All awards (grants or cooperative agreements) under this request for concept papers will be administered through and managed by USAID/West Bank and Gaza.

A.3 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

USAID seeks applications for projects that integrate people with disabilities in USAID programs/activities and strengthen the capacity and services of Disabled People’s Organizations (DPOs).

Project areas could include, but are not limited to:

- Agriculture and food security - Health - Democracy, human rights & governance - Economic growth and trade - Education - Environment and global climate change - Sports - Gender equality and women’s empowerment - Science, technology and innovation

Capacity building programs for DPOs may include organizational capacity, advocacy efforts, cross-disability coalition building, coordination, and leadership and training.

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Proposed projects should complement the strategic and development objectives of USAID and be guided by the values and provisions set forth by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Interested organizations are encouraged to engage in dialogue with USAID/West Bank Gaza Mission to learn of mission priorities. In addition, organizations may also access copies of Mission Country Development Cooperation Strategies, which outline strategic development objectives, via the www.usaid.gov and mission websites.

Projects that address targeted needs of people with disabilities may be considered. Projects that highlight the needs of marginalized groups, such as women and girls, individuals who are deaf, deaf-blind and those with developmental or psychosocial disabilities, and members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) communities are encouraged. All programs, regardless of implementing partner, must verify significant involvement of people with disabilities, especially women with disabilities in the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project.

The following activities and programs will not be considered for funding:

- Programs with a significant budget for infrastructure or construction activities - Programs focused on the provision of assistive devices or physical rehabilitation - Programs supporting institutionalization of or institutions for children or adults with disabilities - Employment programs promoting sheltered workshops or income generating activities that

perpetuate negative stereotypes of people with disabilities and that do not provide for meaningful employment

- Programs with a primary focus on awareness raising

In addition, due to the availability of significant funding through PEPFAR, the DCHA/DRG disability funding may not be used to support HIV/AIDS-related activities.

A.4 ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

Applications should be from qualified U.S. or non-U.S. entities, such as private, non-profit organizations (or for-profit companies willing to forego profits), including private voluntary organizations, universities, research organizations, professional associations, and relevant special interest associations. Local Disabled People’s Organizations (DPOs) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mainstream (non-DPO) organizations applying for funds must include in their application letter(s) of signed support from local DPOs they wish to partner with for the purpose of the project.

Partners new to USAID may submit applications. However, resultant award to these organizations may be significantly delayed if USAID must undertake necessary pre-award reviews of these organizations. Organizations should take this into account and plan their implementation dates and activities accordingly.

USAID will not accept applications from individuals. All applicants must be legally recognized organizational entities under applicable law. PIOs are not eligible to apply for funding under this program.

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SECTION B – APPLICATION GUIDANCE

B.1 APPLICATION GUIDANCE

Interested and qualified organizations must apply for this funding directly through USAID/West Bank and Gaza to assess interest and ability to participate in this funding opportunity

B.1.a Submission Deadlines Prospective applicants should submit Concept Papers (the attached Fall 2014 – USAID Disability Funding Application) to USAID/West Bank and Gaza no later than February 06, 2015 at 12:00pm Jerusalem local time to the Nathan Hilgendorf, via email at nhilgendorf@usaid.gov with a copy to Maya Khouny at mkhouny@usaid.gov. Applications must be submitted to USAID/West Bank and Gaza only. DCHA/DRG will NOT accept applications submitted directly by organizations. Applicants are required to request a receipt confirmation to ensure that the application was received. Applicants must also complete the attached forms and include a separate detailed description of how compliance with USAID/WBG Mission Order 21 on Anti-Terrorism Procedures (See Attachment C) will be actively monitored and evaluated.

B.1.b Review Process USAID/West Bank and Gaza will conduct the first review based on its established procedures. Selected applications will be forwarded to DCHA/DRG Washington for further review. After the DCHA/DRG review, if applicants are identified for possible funding, full applications will be requested.

B.1.c Application Format

Applicants must utilize the required Concept Papers format (Fall 2014- USAID Disability Funding Application) provided in Annex A - Required Concept Papers below. Be sure to complete all information requested on the form. The page limit stated with the application form must be respected. The cover page, annexes to the budget and letters of cooperation (optional) between the Applicant and other partners are not subject to the page limit. A full application format will be requested after pre-selection.

B.1.d Additional Forms

Applicants should submit with their application package Attachments A (Partner Information), B (Suggested Notice Language), and C (Certification).

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SECTION C – SELECTION CRITERIA

C.1 EVALUATION CRITERIA

Concept Papers will be reviewed and evaluated by USAID/West Bank and Gaza and (if applicable) by DCHA/DRG. Each Concept Paper will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the evaluation criteria below:

I. Applicant Information (20 points) To receive a full score the organization will have:

a. Extensive involvement in disability inclusion or be a DPO. b. Previous experience in project management or managing activities related to those proposed

in the concept paper. c. A clear understanding of the disability landscape and situation of people with disabilities in

the country/region of programming. d. A clear mission, set of objectives and orientation that is in line with proposed activities.

II. Project description (60 points) To receive a full score the project must:

a. Show a clear link between the described need and the proposed activities. b. Describe the impact of the proposed project on existing USAID programs, activities or

strategies. c. Define who will benefit from the project (children, youth, adults; people with disabilities or

not; government institutions, families, local community, schools, etc.; disaggregated by sex and type of disability if possible).

d. Provide an activity schedule that is well defined and realistic. e. Describe measurable indicators (beyond the three required indicators) that will be used to

show the project impact and success.

III. Integration of People with Disabilities (20 points) To receive a full score the organization will:

a. Show evidence of linkages with existing disability programs or organizations in the country where activities are being proposed.

b. Illustrate how people with disabilities have been/will be involved in the design, implementation and evaluation of the program.

c. Ensure that women and girls with disabilities will participate in and benefit from activities.

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C.2 CONCEPT PAPER REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Reporting on the program is required; please see section 9 in attached application form. Recipients are required at the very least to report on the following indicators in each progress report:

Number of People Served; disaggregated by sex/disability (as appropriate) Number of People Trained; disaggregated by sex/disability (as appropriate) Number of Organizations Strengthened; disaggregated by DPO/non-DPO

Though not required, Recipients are encouraged to submit photographs, success stories and/or other media as part of their progress reports.

Attachments:

Annex A – Fall 2014 – USAID Disability Funding Application Annex B – Mandatory Special Provisions Annex C – Mission Order No. 21 Attachment A – Partner Information Form Attachment B – Suggested Notice Language Attachment C – Certification Attachment D – Mandatory Clause Attachment F – Restriction on Facility Names  

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ANNEX A – Fall 2014 – USAID DISABILITY FUNDING APPLICATION

EXPANDING PARTICIPATION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITES

Please provide information in the space given. Please type your responses (minimum 11 point font). Handwritten applications will not be accepted. All answers must be written in English. If partnering with a local DPO, a letter of cooperation from that local DPO must be attached to this application.

Name of Organization__________________________________________________

Type of Organization: Local □ or International □

DPO □ or non-DPO □

Mailing Address: _______________________________________________

Country: _____________________________________________________________

Contact Person: _______________________________________________________

Position/Title: ________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________ Fax: ____________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________________

Project Title:

_______________________________________________________________________

Amount of funding requested (in US Dollars): _____________________________

Project duration (total months): _______

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Proposed start date: _________________ End date: ______________

The proposed project activities address which of the following areas? (Tick all that apply):

_______ Increase participation of people with disabilities in USAID activities

_______ Strengthen the capacity and services of disabled people’s organizations

1. Please provide a brief description of your organization, including background and experience in the disability sector. (Please limit your response to ½ page.)

2. Please provide a brief summary of the proposed project. This must include what this project seeks to achieve, specific objectives, DELIVERABLES, location and expected number of beneficiaries. (Please limit your response to 2 pages)

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3. Please justify the NEED for this project. Justification should address overall need for this project and need for each of the main activities/deliverables. (Please limit your response to 1 page)

4. Please explain how the proposed project will further the goals and objectives of the USAID mission/bureau and the provisions set forth in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. (Please limit your response to ½ page)

5. Please list main activities with target dates for completion for the duration of the proposed project. Please provide summary information using the sample table below. Beneath the table please provide details of the implementation of EACH activity. (Please limit your response to 1 ½ pages)

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6. How many staff will be directly involved in and/or funded by this project? Please list their role, qualifications and experience. Please note the roles of individuals with disabilities in the project. (Please limit your response to ½ page)

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7. Does your organization plan to collaborate with other organizations, government agencies, etc. in achieving this project’s objectives? If so, please explain HOW. If partnering with a local DPO, a letter of cooperation from that local DPO must be attached to this application. (Please limit your response to ¼ page)

8. Please provide your detailed budget summarized under the following budget line items. Below this budget, and as notes to the budget, provide a detailed breakdown of this summary per line item. Please indicate exchange rate used. (Please limit your response to 2 pages; annex acceptable.) Description Budget (USD)Direct labor (e.g. salaries, wages etc) - - Travel and Per diem - - Equipment and supplies - Program Activities - Other Direct Costs (e.g. rent, utilities, communication etc)

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Notes to the budget:

9. Please describe the monitoring and evaluation plan for the project (including program indicators, frequency, and method. The M&E plan should include measurement of the qualitative and quantitative outcomes of the project as well as a final report/analysis of lessons learned. (Please limit your response to 1 page)

End of Application

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ANNEX B - MANDATORY SPECIAL PROVISIONS I. SUBCONTRACTING WITH GOVERNMENT OR QUASI-GOVERNMENT ENTITIES

No subcontracting with any government or quasi-government entity shall be conducted under this Agreement unless a specific waiver is approved for this purpose. II. CAPITAL ASSISTANCE (611e REQUIREMENTS) Prior to committing any USAID funds for capital assistance projects proposed under this Agreement, including mechanical items and other equipment that will be purchased for use by local partners, the Recipient will provide USAID with sufficient information to determine that Palestinian counterpart institutions and communities have the capacity to maintain and utilize the assistance effectively. Upon review and analysis of information provided, USAID West Bank and Gaza will advise the Recipient when and if all AID regulations for proceeding with capital assistance have been met. III. PROHIBITION AGAINST SUPPORT FOR TERRORISM

(a) The Contractor/Recipient is reminded that U.S. Executive Orders and U.S. law prohibit transactions with, and the provision of resources and support to, individuals and organizations associated with terrorism. It is the legal responsibility of the Contractor/Recipient to ensure compliance with these Executive Orders and laws.

(b) One of the applicable orders is Executive Order 13224, dated September 24, 2001. The

website of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the Department of Treasury contains the text of that order and a list of the individuals and entities designated thereunder. It also contains lists of individuals and entities designated under other anti-terrorism statutes, regulations and Executive Orders. See http://www.treasury.gov/offices/enforcement/ofac/sdn/.

(c) USAID reserves the right to review, and either approve or reject, the following

subawards if proposed under this contract/agreement: (i) any contract or subcontract in excess of $25,000 with a non-U.S. organization or individual; and (ii) any grant or subgrant to a non-U.S. organization or individual, regardless of the dollar value. Furthermore, the written consent of USAID is required before certain other forms of assistance may be provided to a non-U.S. organization or individual. These include in-kind assistance such as renovation of an NGO’s facilities, repair or replacement of a company’s equipment, and certain training activities. The details of these requirements are described in notices issued by USAID/West Bank & Gaza from time to time. No approval (or failure to disapprove) by USAID shall relieve the Contractor/Recipient of its legal obligation to comply with applicable Executive Orders and laws.

(d) USAID reserves the right to rescind approval for a subaward in the event that USAID

subsequently becomes aware of information indicating that the subaward is contrary to

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U.S. law or policy prohibiting support for terrorism. In such cases, USAID’s Contracting Officer will provide written instructions to the Contractor/Recipient to terminate the subaward.

(e) USAID reserves the right to terminate this contract/agreement if USAID determines

that the Contractor/Recipient is involved in or advocates terrorist activity or has failed to comply with any of the requirements of this provision.

(f) This provision, including this paragraph (f), shall be included in all contracts,

subcontracts, grants and subgrants issued under this contract/agreement. Upon request, the Contractor/Recipient shall promptly provide to USAID’s Contracting/Agreement Officer a copy of the pages from each subaward that contain this provision

(g) The Contractor/Recipient agrees to promptly notify USAID’s Contracting Officer

Representative (COR)/Agreement Officer Representative (AOR) in the event of any change in the identity of its “key individuals” or in the identity of “key individuals” of any recipient of a subaward described in paragraph (c). For purposes of this requirement, “key individuals” means (i) principal officers of the organization’s governing body (e.g., chairman, vice chairman, treasurer and secretary of the board of directors or board of trustees); (ii) the principal officer and deputy principal officer of the organization (e.g., executive director, deputy director, president, vice president); (iii) the program manager or chief of party for the USAID-financed program; and (iv) any other person with significant responsibilities for administration of USAID-financed activities or resources. Note that this definition differs from the definition of “key personnel” under contracts and cooperative agreements.

(h) Before awarding any grant or similar instrument providing [cash or in-kind assistance

under this contract][cash assistance under this agreement], the Contractor/Recipient shall (1) obtain from the proposed subawardee the certification required under USAID’s Acquisition and Assistance Policy Determination 04-14 (AAPD 04-14), “Certification Regarding Terrorist Financing Implementation E.O. 13224 (Revision 2),” and (2) provide a copy of the certification to USAID’s Agreement/Contracting Officer.

IV. PROHIBITION AGAINST CASH ASSISTANCE TO THE PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY U.S. legislation provides that none of the funding under this Award may be “obligated or expended with respect to providing funds to the Palestinian Authority.” In accordance with that prohibition, the Recipient shall not provide any cash to the Palestinian Authority; to any ministry, agency or instrumentality of the Palestinian Authority; to any municipality or other local government unit; or to any full-time or part-time employee or official of any of the foregoing entities. This restriction applies to payments of any kind, including salaries, stipends, fees, honoraria, per diem, and so forth. This restriction does not prohibit the provision of in-kind assistance, such as technical assistance, training, equipment, supplies, or the construction of public works to the extent it is not otherwise prohibited by U.S. law or the terms of this Agreement.

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This provision shall be included in all contracts, subcontracts, grants and subgrants or any other instruments or awards issued under this Agreement. The Recipient shall promptly provide to USAID’s Agreement Officer a copy of the pages from each subaward that contains this provision. V. RESTRICTION ON FACILITY NAMES

(a) No assistance shall be provided under this contract/agreement for any school, community

center or other facility that is named after any person or group of persons that has advocated, sponsored or committed acts of terrorism. This includes any facility that has “shuhada” or “shaheed” (“martyr” or “martyrs”) in its name, unless an exception is approved by the USAID Mission Director. In any case where assistance is proposed for a facility that is named after, or is planned to be named after, a person or group of persons, the Contractor/Recipient shall provide to USAID’s Contracting Officer Representative (COR)/Agreement Officer Representative (AOR) written information about the person(s) or group and shall not proceed with the assistance unless or until the COR/AOR has provided written approval therefore. This restriction applies to all forms of cash or in-kind assistance, including construction services, equipment, supplies, technical assistance, and training.

(b) In case of any failure to comply with this restriction, USAID may disallow any or all costs

incurred by the Contractor/Recipient with respect to the facility and, if necessary, issue a bill for collection for the amount owed. This is in addition to any other remedies that may be available to USAID for such noncompliance.

(c) This provision, including this paragraph (c), shall be included in all contracts, subcontracts,

grants and subgrants issued under this contract/agreement. Upon request, the Contractor/Recipient shall promptly provide to USAID’s Contracting/Agreement Officer a copy of the pages from each subaward that contains this provision.

VI. VALUE ADDED TAX AND CUSTOMS DUTIES

Pursuant to agreements with the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the Government of Israel (GOI), all imports and expenditures under this award by the Recipient and by non-local subgrantees and subcontractors (as defined below) will be exempt from Value-Added Tax (VAT) and customs duties imposed by the PA and from customs duties imposed by the GOI. Therefore, in accordance with paragraph 51 of OMB Circular No. A-122, Attachment E, such VAT and customs duties shall not constitute allowable costs under this award. No exemptions from VAT imposed by the GOI are available through USAID. Therefore, Israeli VAT is an allowable cost under this award, except for VAT from which exemptions are available to the Grantee/Recipient directly. The Recipient and any non-local subgrantees or subcontractors shall make reasonable efforts to avoid Palestinian VAT at the point of sale by obtaining 0% VAT exemption. USAID will assist the Recipient to obtain zero percent (0%) VAT status from the PA. The

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Recipient shall use this exemption to avoid paying any PA VAT to local subcontractors and vendors by obtaining approval from the PA VAT Department for suppliers to issue 0% VAT invoices. In cases where Israeli and Palestinian VAT cannot be avoided, the Recipient shall obtain original VAT receipts from the vendors. Receipts must be submitted to USAID’s Financial Management Office on a monthly basis to enable USAID to process refund claims with VAT authorities. The Recipient is responsible for ensuring that subgrantees or subcontractors comply with this requirement. All VAT claims for the subgrantees and subcontractors shall be submitted to USAID through Recipient. (Please refer to VAT Guidance dated April 2,2003 issued to USAID WBG Contractors and Grantees attached as Attachment F). Receipts for subgrantees and subcontractors must be addressed to the project name /Recipient to enable USAID to claim refunds.

Recipients that already have exemption mechanisms in place with the GOI and/or the PA should continue to follow those procedures. Any refund of taxes received directly by the Recipients which were allowed as award costs, should be credited either as a cost reduction or cash refund, as appropriate, to USAID. "Non-local subgrantees and subcontractors" means subgrantees and subcontractors that are present in the West Bank or Gaza solely for the purpose of performing work financed by USAID or other tax-exempt foreign donors.”

VII. REPORTING OF FOREIGN TAXES

(a) The awardee must annually submit one report by April 6 of the next year. The reporting period will cover from October 1 to September 30. (b) Contents of Report. The reports must be in the format provided in attachment E and contain: (i) Recipient name. (ii) Contact name with phone, fax and email. (iii) Award number(s); separate report needs to be provided for each award. (iv) Amount of foreign taxes assessed by the Palestinian Authority on commodity purchase transactions valued at $500 or more financed with U.S. foreign assistance funds under this agreement during the prior U.S. fiscal year. (v) Only foreign taxes assessed by the foreign government in the country receiving U.S. assistance are to be reported. Foreign taxes by a third party foreign government are not to be reported. For example, if an assistance program for the Palestinian Authority involves the purchase of commodities in Israel using foreign assistance funds, any taxes imposed by Israel would not be reported. (vi) Any reimbursements on the taxes reported in (iv) received by the recipient through March 31. Any refund from the Palestinian Authority that is received directly by the awardee should be reflected. For refunds processed by USAID, we will fill in the VAT refunded amount. If a VAT refund receipt was provided to USAID for refund processing the awardee will need to provide the month under which the claim was submitted to USAID and the serial number of the invoice as included in the claim.

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(vii) Reports are required even if the recipient did not pay any taxes during the report period. (viii) Cumulative reports may be provided if the recipient is implementing more than one program in a foreign country.

(c) Definitions. For purposes of this clause: (i) “Agreement” includes USAID direct and country contracts, grants,

cooperative agreements and interagency agreements. (ii) “Commodity” means any material, article, supply, goods, or equipment. (iii) “Foreign government” includes only a Palestinian Authority entity. (iv) “Foreign taxes” means value-added taxes and custom duties assessed by a

foreign government on a commodity. It does not include foreign sales taxes.

(d) Where. Submit the reports by either of the following means: E-mail attachment (preferred): 579vat@usaid.gov or fax to 972-3-511-4888, attention Issa Hanna. (e) Subagreements. The awardee must include this reporting requirement in all applicable subcontracts, subgrants and other subagreements. (f) For further information see http://www.state.gov/m/rm/c10443.htm .

VIII. PROHIBITION ON ASSISTANCE TO THE PALESTINIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION a) U.S. legislation provides that none of USAID’s funding “may be used to provide

equipment, technical support, consulting services, or any other form of assistance to the Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation.” In accordance with this prohibition, the Grantee shall not provide any assistance to the Palestinian Broadcasting Corporation.

b) This provision, including this paragraph (b), shall be included in all contracts,

subcontracts, grants and subgrants issued under this grant. IX. USAID/WEST BANK AND GAZA MISSION NOTICES

The Recipient will comply and adhere to all USAID West Bank and Gaza notices to Contractors and Grantees. The notices are posted on the USAID/West Bank Gaza website under Partners resources and can be found at the following link: http://www.usaid.gov/wbg/PartnersResources.html. X. USAID/WEST BANK AND GAZA MISSION PARTNER CONTRACTED AUDIT

PROGRAM (PCA)

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Since Fiscal Year 2003, the U.S. Congress has mandated in its annual appropriations laws that the USAID shall ensure that all contractors and grantees, and significant sub-contractors and sub-grantees, under the West Bank and Gaza Program be subject to Federal or non-Federal audits at least annually. Recipients and significant sub-awardees under any resultant award from this APS will be required to adhere to the above requirement and therefore are subject to audit under the WBG Partner Contracted Audit (PCA) program at least annually. USAID/WBG is responsible for managing the Mission’s PCA program. Partners shall follow the guidance provided in the “USAID/WBG Partner Contracted Audit Guidelines” which are posted on the Mission’s web-site at the following address http://www.usaid.gov/wbg/audit.html. Partners will be required to contract one of the independent audit firms that have been approved by the Regional Inspector General/Cairo to fulfill the annual audit requirements under their awards. All prime recipients as well and sub-awardees must maintain complete records and proper documentation pertaining to their awards for auditing purposes. XI. USAID/WEST BANK AND GAZA MISSION ORDER NO. 21 The Contractor must comply with the Mission’s updated anti-terrorism policies and procedures as stated under the revised Mission Order No. 21 (Mission Notice No. 2007-WBG-26) and any amendments thereafter. The Mission Order No. 21 can be accessed through the following URL: http://transition.usaid.gov/wbg/misc/2007-WBG-26.pdf.

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ANNEX C - MISSION ORDER NO. 21

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