LONDON, Aug. 21 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news:

About the programme

As part of the Small Projects Programme, the British Embassy Dushanbe is inviting proposals for sustainable tourism development projects in Tajikistan.

We encourage proposals that promote gender equality and support both foreign and domestic tourism. Projects must show how they will remain sustainable after completion.

Project requirements

* maximum budget: £20,000 * project activity must start by October 2025 * project activity must be completed by February 2026

Assessment criteria

Bids will be assessed against the following criteria:

* bidders must be local or international non-governmental organisations (NGOs), civil society organisations (CSOs) or academic institutions * proposals must include clear objectives and relevant activities, with an activity-based budget * proposals must have a clear purpose with measurable outputs (such as events or reports) and outcomes (what the project aims to achieve) * budgeted activity must be necessary to meet the project's objectives * costs can be in Tajik somoni or US dollars, but must include the equivalent value in pounds sterling * proposals must include a robust risk analysis and a plan to manage and reduce risks * proposals must include clear monitoring and evaluation procedures * bidders must show a strong track record of successful project delivery in Tajikistan * proposals must show how gender equality has been considered

Further details are in the Guidance for bidding organisations (ODT, 21 KB)

How to apply

Organisations should email the following 2 completed documents (in English) toDushanbe.Reception@fcdo.gov.ukby 11:59pm Dushanbe time on Friday 12 September 2025.

* Project proposal form (ODT, 61.8 KB) * Activity based budget template (ODS, 8.7 KB)

Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Use the subject line:"SPP: Project bid and [name of your organisation]".

Bidding is competitive. Only selected projects will receive funding. The embassy reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids without providing feedback.

Contact

Email:Dushanbe.Reception@fcdo.gov.uk

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