FAQ: Call for Proposal for Humanitarian mine action and protection against explosive weapons

Q: Will there be flexibility on the indirect cost allocation (overhead costs) if we can provide a justification.

A: No, indirect cost is set to 7 %

Q: Will you require a detailed budget for all years up front, or just for year one with a less detailed one for subsequent years?

A: The budget template has two sheets. Sheet 1 “overall budget” captures all years and must be filled now upon application. Sheet 2 “Breakdown” is for Year 1 (2026) only.

Q: Will it be allowed to include costs for subcontracted local partners in our bids when it is appropriate to support localisation and complementary programming?

A: Yes, costs for subcontracted local partners can be covered as project costs.

Q: Can the same budget template file be used for Window 1 and 2? 

A: No, a separate budget file must be made for each window as these applications are to be treated separately and will, if successful, lead to separate agreements.

Q: Can for-profit actors apply as the main applicant or receive small-scale grants as a local partner under the call for proposal?

A: No. Only NGO’s organisations as defined in the call for proposals can apply. Recipients of sub-grants also need to fulfil the criteria for an NGO. Specific deliverables under the project that require expertise from for-profit actors will be subject to the procurement provisions that are part of the grant agreement between Norad and a grantee.

Q: Is there a minimum percentage for partners’ own contribution to supplement Norad’s funding?

A: This grant scheme does not have a requirement for own contribution. However, own contributions or co-financing with other donors is allowed. Other contributions should then be included in the budget.