English Language Teaching and Learning Program

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan, is soliciting proposals for an English Language Teaching and Learning Program aimed at addressing the critical shortage of qualified English instructors capable of delivering sector-specific language training in Uzbekistan. This initiative focuses on building English proficiency among professionals in priority fields including space, critical minerals, rare earths, energy, high technology, business and trade, agriculture, media, and security, to strengthen U.S. commercial and strategic engagement. The program requires in-person delivery of both teacher training and direct student instruction, with the dual objective of improving functional English skills and deepening participants’ understanding of American culture and entrepreneurial practices. Proposals must clearly define objectives aligned with the notice of funding opportunity, outline a detailed work plan with timelines, identify target beneficiaries, and establish measurable performance indicators to demonstrate gains in language competency and professional preparedness. All funded projects are limited to a maximum of two years and must produce quantifiable outcomes within these priority sectors. Applicants must comply with federal grant requirements under 2 CFR 200, including adherence to uniform administrative standards, cost principles, and audit protocols, and must provide detailed budget narratives following the specified template, with all indirect costs calculated according to modified total direct costs methodology. Organizational eligibility requires SAM registration, a valid Unique Entity Identifier, legal incorporation status, governance by a Board of Directors, and documented internal controls covering personnel, procurement, cash management, sub-grant monitoring, property, travel, and anti-nepotism policies. A Trafficking in Persons Compliance Plan is mandatory for awards exceeding $500,000, and all applicants must certify they have no unresolved federal tax liabilities or felony criminal convictions within the past 24 months. Proposals are strictly limited to 10 pages and must include the SF-424, SF-424A, Assurances for Non-Construction Programs, a completed Applicant Organization Information Survey with no unexplained N/A responses, and a Monitoring and Evaluation Performance Plan using the official template. The solicitation deadline is August 17, 2026, and failure to follow formatting, content, or submission requirements will result in disqualification. All inquiries must be directed to the designated PDS email contact.