Balkh University Media Operations Center
The U. S. Embassy Kabul Public Affairs Section seeks to enhance the Faculty of Journalism at Balkh University by constructing and equipping a new Media Operations Center (MOC).
This building will enable the faculty and students to put into practical application the theories they have learned in the classroom.
This will enable the University to promote and teach state-of-the-art media technologies and techniques.The MOC shall contain the following key elements:1) Radio recording and production studio with broadcast capability.
The radio studio shall include soundproofing and controlled access consistent with industry best practices as well as adequate space for student observation during its operation;2) Television recording and production studio (not including broadcast capability).
The television studio shall include soundproofing, lighting, and controlled access consistent with industry best practices as adequate space for student observation during its operation;3) Print production facility capable of producing newspapers and basic desktop publishing.
This building will enable the faculty and students to put into practical application the theories they have learned in the classroom.
This will enable the University to promote and teach state-of-the-art media technologies and techniques.The MOC shall contain the following key elements:1) Radio recording and production studio with broadcast capability.
The radio studio shall include soundproofing and controlled access consistent with industry best practices as well as adequate space for student observation during its operation;2) Television recording and production studio (not including broadcast capability).
The television studio shall include soundproofing, lighting, and controlled access consistent with industry best practices as adequate space for student observation during its operation;3) Print production facility capable of producing newspapers and basic desktop publishing.
Agency: Department of State
Office: Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs
Estimated Funding: $3,800,000
Office: Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs
Estimated Funding: $3,800,000
Relevant Nonprofit Program Categories
Obtain Full Opportunity Text:
Not Available
Additional Information of Eligibility:
Eligibility is open to all U.S., Afghan, and international organizations or companies with direct experience in construction projects of a similar nature including the construction of television and radio studios and installation of radio, television, and printing equipment.
The Applicant should have a proven track record of success implementing projects in Afghanistan and Balkh Province.
Non-Afghan organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
Full Opportunity Web Address:
Contact:
Pedro Palugyai, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan
Agency Email Description:
Inquiries and Submissions
Agency Email:
KabulPDProposals@state.gov
Date Posted:
2013-03-01
Application Due Date:
2013-04-22
Archive Date:
2013-05-01
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