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Administration of FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program Exchange

This opportunity seeks proposals from qualified U.S. nonprofits and educational institutions to administer the FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program, a two-way economic exchange for emerging entrepreneurs from Tibetan communities and the United States. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) - Global Leaders Division, Office of Citizen Exchanges - Program Overview: - Design, implement, and oversee a two-way economic exchange program - Four-week U.S.-based exchange for up to 25 non-U.S. participants from Tibetan communities in China, India, Nepal, and Bhutan - Two-week outbound exchange for up to 10 U.S. professionals to India, Nepal, or Bhutan - Activities include professional and leadership development, trainings, workshops, site visits, job shadowing, team building, panel discussions, case studies, resource-sharing, and networking events - Virtual engagement, participant recruitment and selection, orientations, alumni engagement, monitoring and evaluation, and contingency planning are required - Performance Monitoring: - Collect and report data on MODE Framework indicators (demographics, cross-cultural competence, volunteering, skills development, alumni engagement, and program outcomes) using surveys and administrative data - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to U.S. nonprofits and educational institutions with at least four years of international exchange experience for awards over $130,000 - No cost sharing or matching required - Funding and Period of Performance: - Estimated funding: $325,000 to $750,000 - Performance period: 18 to 24 months, with potential renewal for two additional years - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on economic prosperity, U.S. leadership, and countering Chinese economic coercion - Programs must support U.S. national security and foreign policy interests - No specific OEMs, products, or part numbers are requested; the procurement is for program administration and services

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is seeking proposals for one to two cooperative agreements to design, implement, and oversee the FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program. This program is a two-way economic exchange aimed at enhancing leadership and professional skills among emerging entrepreneurs from Tibetan communities in China, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and the United States. The program includes a minimum four-week U.S.-based exchange for up to 25 non-U.S. participants, featuring professional development activities such as trainings, workshops, site visits, and networking events. Additionally, up to 10 U.S. professionals will travel to India, Nepal, or Bhutan to support follow-on plans and alumni engagement activities. The program supports U.S. national security and foreign policy interests by fostering partnerships and demonstrating American values.

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