This grant is for organizations to help train and equip security forces in Iraq, Lebanon, and GCC member states to safely handle and dispose of unexploded bombs and other dangerous materials. The goal is to prevent these materials from being used in attacks against U.S. and regional targets.
Who it's for: Organizations capable of providing specialized training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal and related activities in the Near East region.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in explosive ordnance disposal
- Inability to operate in Iraq, Lebanon, or GCC member states
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Non-compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Evidence of past experience in similar projects
- Budget plan
- Organizational capability statement
- Proof of ability to operate in the Near East region
- Compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
- Registration with relevant U.S. government systems
Cautions
- Short application window
- High level of expertise required
- Must comply with U.S. Department of State regulations
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted, meaning any organization that can provide the required training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal and related activities in Iraq, Lebanon, and GCC member states can apply. This includes but is not limited to non-profits, for-profits, and international organizations.
Overview
Organizations capable of providing specialized training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal and related activities in the Near East region.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in explosive ordnance disposal
- Inability to operate in Iraq, Lebanon, or GCC member states
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Non-compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to provide training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal, counter-improvised explosive device operations, and post-blast investigations to enhance security forces' capabilities in the Near East.
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 16, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 20, 2026(3 days)
Application Checklist
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Compile evidence of past relevant experience
- Draft a comprehensive budget plan
- Write an organizational capability statement
- Ensure compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
- Register with necessary U.S. government systems
- Submit application by the deadline