Opportunity Information: Apply for RFI 522 17 00002
The Tertiary Violence Prevention Activity notice is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by USAID/Honduras (USAID-Tegucigalpa), not a funding solicitation. In practical terms, USAID is using this RFI to gather market research and technical input from organizations and individuals about how a future activity might be designed and implemented. It is explicitly not a Request for Proposals (RFP) or a Request for Applications (RFA), and it does not commit the U.S. Government to release a future solicitation, make an award, or reimburse anyone for the cost of preparing a response. USAID also makes clear that responding does not provide any competitive advantage in any later competition, and that any information submitted may be used by USAID without restriction, so proprietary or sensitive material should not be included.
The focus of the potential activity is tertiary violence prevention in Honduras, specifically aimed at reducing recidivism among targeted groups of the highest-risk juveniles. "Tertiary" prevention generally refers to interventions aimed at people who are already deeply affected by violence or involved in the justice system, with the goal of preventing reoffending and helping them transition away from violent behavior. USAID references an attached Statement of Objectives (SOO) as the basis for what the program would try to achieve, and the RFI is intended to test the feasibility of those objectives and identify credible approaches, tools, and implementers that could deliver results in the Honduran context.
USAID is asking for input in four main areas. First, it wants general comments on the overall program description, including whether the stated objectives are realistic and achievable in Honduras, and whether there is sufficient capacity on the ground to implement the types of services envisioned. Second, it requests information on which organizations worldwide currently provide similar services, particularly those with experience working with youth affected by conflict (including ex-combatants) and/or urban violence. Third, it asks for suggestions on effective interventions and diagnostic tools used within juvenile justice systems, which could include evidence-based rehabilitation models, risk and needs assessment instruments, case management approaches, psychosocial and behavioral interventions, family-based services, education and workforce reintegration supports, and other mechanisms that have shown measurable effects on recidivism reduction. Fourth, respondents are invited to offer any other recommendations that could strengthen USAID's approach, which leaves room for comments on coordination with Honduran institutions, safeguarding and ethical considerations, monitoring and evaluation, sustainability, and how to tailor services to high-risk juvenile populations.
Administrative details in the posting identify the opportunity as discretionary and categorized under "Other" for both instrument type and activity category, with CFDA number 98.001. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning USAID is open to hearing from any interested parties for the purposes of information gathering. The funding opportunity number is RFI 522 17 00002, the notice was created on January 25, 2017, and the original closing date for submissions was February 9, 2017. While an "ExpectedAwards: 1" field appears in the source data, the RFI language itself emphasizes that this is only a request for input and should not be interpreted as an indication that an award will follow.
Responses were to be submitted by email to the USAID/Honduras Contracting Officer, Vann D. Rolfson, at oaahonduras@usaid.gov, with the RFI number included in the email subject line. The notice also states that questions about the RFI will not be answered, reinforcing that USAID is collecting voluntary feedback rather than running an interactive solicitation process. USAID notes that future competitive opportunities, if they occur, would be posted on beta.SAM.gov (formerly fedbizopps) or grants.gov, and it is the responsibility of prospective offerors/applicants to monitor those sites for any subsequent announcements.Apply for RFI 522 17 00002
- The Honduras USAID-Tegucigalpa in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Tertiary Violence Prevention Activity" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2017-01-25.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2017-02-09. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Tertiary Violence Prevention Activity notice?
It is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by USAID/Honduras (USAID-Tegucigalpa) to collect market research and technical input on how a potential future activity in Honduras might be designed and implemented.
Is this a funding opportunity or a solicitation for proposals?
No. The notice is explicitly not a Request for Proposals (RFP) or a Request for Applications (RFA). It is an information-gathering request only.
Does responding to this RFI mean USAID will issue a future solicitation?
No. USAID states that the RFI does not commit the U.S. Government to release a future solicitation or make an award.
Does the RFI guarantee any award or funding?
No. The RFI does not guarantee funding, an award, or any follow-on procurement or assistance action.
Will USAID reimburse costs incurred to prepare and submit a response?
No. USAID indicates it will not reimburse anyone for the cost of preparing a response to this RFI.
Does submitting a response provide an advantage in a later competition?
No. USAID states that responding to the RFI does not provide any competitive advantage in any subsequent competition.
Can USAID use the information submitted in responses?
Yes. USAID notes that any information submitted may be used by USAID without restriction.
Should proprietary or sensitive information be included in an RFI response?
No. Because USAID may use submitted information without restriction, the notice warns respondents not to include proprietary or sensitive material.
What does "tertiary violence prevention" mean in this context?
In this notice, tertiary prevention refers to interventions aimed at people already deeply affected by violence or involved in the justice system, with the goal of preventing reoffending and supporting transition away from violent behavior.
What is the main program focus described in the RFI?
The potential activity focuses on tertiary violence prevention in Honduras, specifically targeting reduction of recidivism among targeted groups of the highest-risk juveniles.
What is USAID trying to learn through this RFI?
USAID is seeking feedback to test the feasibility of the referenced objectives and to identify credible approaches, tools, and potential implementers capable of delivering results in the Honduran context.
Is there a guiding document for what the activity might try to achieve?
Yes. USAID references an attached Statement of Objectives (SOO) as the basis for what the potential program would aim to achieve, and asks respondents to comment on feasibility and implementation considerations.
What types of feedback is USAID requesting?
USAID requests input in four areas: (1) comments on the overall program description and feasibility in Honduras; (2) identification of organizations worldwide that provide similar services; (3) suggestions on effective interventions and diagnostic tools used within juvenile justice systems; and (4) any other recommendations to strengthen USAID's approach.
What kinds of general comments does USAID want about the program description?
USAID asks whether the stated objectives appear realistic and achievable in Honduras and whether there is sufficient capacity on the ground to implement the types of services envisioned.
What organizations is USAID interested in hearing about?
USAID is interested in learning which organizations worldwide provide similar services, especially those experienced with youth affected by conflict (including ex-combatants) and/or urban violence.
What interventions and tools does USAID want respondents to suggest?
USAID invites suggestions on effective interventions and diagnostic tools used within juvenile justice systems, including (as examples) evidence-based rehabilitation models, risk and needs assessment instruments, case management approaches, psychosocial and behavioral interventions, family-based services, and education and workforce reintegration supports that show measurable effects on recidivism reduction.
What other recommendations can respondents provide beyond interventions and tools?
USAID invites any additional recommendations that could strengthen the approach, which may include ideas related to coordination with Honduran institutions, safeguarding and ethical considerations, monitoring and evaluation, sustainability, and tailoring services to high-risk juvenile populations.
Who is eligible to respond to this RFI?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning USAID is open to hearing from any interested parties for the purpose of information gathering.
What is the funding opportunity number for this notice?
The funding opportunity number is RFI 522 17 00002.
What is the CFDA number associated with the notice?
The notice lists CFDA number 98.001.
When was the notice created?
The notice was created on January 25, 2017.
What was the original closing date for submissions?
The original closing date was February 9, 2017.
How were responses supposed to be submitted?
Responses were to be submitted by email to the USAID/Honduras Contracting Officer, with the RFI number included in the email subject line.
What email address was provided for submission?
Responses were to be emailed to oaahonduras@usaid.gov.
Who was the point of contact named for receiving responses?
The notice directed responses to the USAID/Honduras Contracting Officer, Vann D. Rolfson.
Will USAID answer questions about the RFI?
No. The notice states that questions about the RFI will not be answered.
Where would future competitive opportunities be announced if USAID proceeds later?
USAID states that any future competitive opportunities, if they occur, would be posted on beta.SAM.gov (formerly fedbizopps) or grants.gov, and prospective offerors/applicants are responsible for monitoring those sites.
What does the notice say about the "ExpectedAwards: 1" field?
Although an "ExpectedAwards: 1" field appears in the source data, the RFI language emphasizes the notice is only a request for input and should not be interpreted as an indication that an award will follow.
How is the opportunity categorized administratively?
The posting identifies the opportunity as discretionary and categorizes it under "Other" for both the instrument type and the activity category.
What is the practical purpose of this RFI for organizations and individuals?
Practically, it is a chance to provide technical input on program design, feasibility, and credible implementation approaches for reducing recidivism among high-risk juveniles in Honduras, without it being a proposal competition.
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