This grant aims to help organizations provide training and equipment for handling unexploded bombs and other explosive materials in the Near East. The goal is to prevent these dangerous items from being used in attacks against U.S. facilities and other targets. The program focuses on training security forces in Iraq, Lebanon, and Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Who it's for: Organizations that can provide specialized training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal and related activities in the Near East region, specifically targeting security forces in Iraq, Lebanon, and Gulf Cooperation Council member states.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in explosive ordnance disposal or counter-improvised explosive device training
- Inability to operate in Iraq, Lebanon, or GCC member states
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Inadequate security clearance or credentials
- Non-compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of experience in EOD and C-IED training
- Budget plan
- Organizational credentials
- Security clearances
- Partnership agreements with local security forces
- Compliance with U.S. Department of State guidelines
Cautions
- Very short application window
- High level of expertise required
- Significant security and regulatory compliance needed
- Potential geopolitical sensitivities
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are organizations capable of providing specialized explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), counter improvised explosive device (C-IED), and post-blast investigation training and equipment. These organizations must be able to operate in Iraq, Lebanon, and Gulf Cooperation Council member states, which include Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. The program is aimed at strengthening the capabilities of foreign governments' security forces, including Iraqi security forces, Lebanese Armed Forces, Lebanese Internal Security Forces, and GCC member state security services.
Overview
Organizations that can provide specialized training and equipment for explosive ordnance disposal and related activities in the Near East region, specifically targeting security forces in Iraq, Lebanon, and Gulf Cooperation Council member states.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in explosive ordnance disposal or counter-improvised explosive device training
- Inability to operate in Iraq, Lebanon, or GCC member states
- Failure to meet application deadline
- Inadequate security clearance or credentials
- Non-compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for providing training and equipment to security forces in the Near East to handle unexploded ordnance and other explosive materials. This includes enhancing post-blast investigation capabilities.
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 20, 2026(2 days)
- Last Updated
- Jul 17, 2026
Application Checklist
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Gather proof of relevant experience
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Ensure all organizational credentials are up to date
- Secure necessary security clearances
- Establish partnerships with local security forces
- Review and comply with U.S. Department of State guidelines
- Submit application by the deadline