Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0009299
This discretionary funding opportunity (SFOP0009299) from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN), supports work under the Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) program to advance the U.S. Plan to Counter Illicit Diversion of Certain Advanced Conventional Weapons in Eastern Europe. The core aim is practical, field-oriented capacity building: strengthening the ability of security forces, law enforcement, and border control agencies in Ukraine and neighboring states to deter, detect, and interdict the illicit trafficking of certain advanced conventional weapons, alongside related concerns involving small arms and light weapons (SALW). In plain terms, the grant is designed to help front-line institutions in a high-risk region become more effective at spotting and stopping illegal movement of sensitive weapon systems, and to do so in ways that improve coordination, procedures, and operational readiness.
The award is offered as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. government expects substantial involvement in the project’s direction or implementation (for example, aligning training content with U.S. priorities, coordinating with U.S. officials on delivery, and tracking outcomes closely). The funding activity category is listed as "Other," indicating the work does not fit neatly into a single standard bucket like health or education and instead centers on specialized security cooperation and capacity building. The CFDA (Assistance Listing) number is 19.901, which is commonly associated with Department of State security and law-enforcement related assistance activities.
Funding parameters suggest a moderately sized, multi-award effort rather than a single large project. The stated award ceiling is $3,950,617, and the agency anticipated making up to four awards. That structure often supports regional reach and specialization, such as different implementers focusing on complementary training tracks, different geographic clusters, or different agency audiences (for example, border guards versus customs services versus investigative units). The opportunity was posted on January 3, 2023, with an original closing date of March 4, 2023, reflecting a time-limited application window typical for competitive, discretionary foreign assistance awards.
Eligibility is noted as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice. This phrasing commonly signals that the competition may be open to a defined set of organizations beyond just state or local governments, such as non-profits, NGOs, educational institutions, or other qualified entities with relevant technical expertise in export controls, border security, interdiction training, weapons identification, investigations, and capacity-building in international contexts. The emphasis on training and interdiction suggests the Department of State is seeking implementers capable of delivering credible instruction, designing practical exercises, supporting standard operating procedures, and working effectively with government counterparts in complex operational environments.
Overall, the opportunity is about reducing diversion and trafficking risk for advanced conventional weapons in and around Ukraine by improving the human and institutional capability of those tasked with securing borders and enforcing laws. It aligns with a broader U.S. policy objective: preventing sensitive weapons from being smuggled, proliferated, or diverted to unauthorized actors, and strengthening partner government capacity to address those threats through coordinated detection, enforcement, and interdiction activities.Apply for SFOP0009299
- The Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Reg. SALW & Advanced Conventional Weapons Traffick. Training" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.901.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 03, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 04, 2023. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,950,617.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the grant opportunity number for this funding?
The opportunity is identified as SFOP0009299.
Which U.S. government agency is offering this grant?
The funder is the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN).
What program is this funding associated with?
This opportunity supports work under the Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) program.
What is the primary goal of this funding opportunity?
The core aim is practical, field-oriented capacity building to strengthen the ability of security forces, law enforcement, and border control agencies in Ukraine and neighboring states to deter, detect, and interdict illicit trafficking of certain advanced conventional weapons, alongside related concerns involving small arms and light weapons (SALW).
What does "practical, field-oriented capacity building" mean in this context?
It refers to hands-on support that improves real-world operational performance, such as training, exercises, procedures, coordination, and operational readiness for detecting and stopping illegal movement of sensitive weapon systems.
What geographic area is the focus of the project?
The work is focused on Ukraine and neighboring states, described as a high-risk region for diversion and trafficking concerns.
What types of institutions are intended to benefit from the project?
The opportunity is designed to strengthen front-line institutions, including security forces, law enforcement organizations, and border control agencies.
What specific threat or problem is this funding trying to address?
It is intended to reduce the risk of illicit diversion and trafficking of certain advanced conventional weapons in Eastern Europe, and to address related risks involving small arms and light weapons (SALW).
What kinds of activities does this grant appear to support?
Based on the description, supported activities may include delivering credible instruction, designing practical exercises, improving coordination among agencies, supporting development or refinement of standard operating procedures, and strengthening capabilities related to detection, enforcement, and interdiction.
What is the funding mechanism (grant type) for this opportunity?
The award is offered as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically means the U.S. government expects substantial involvement in the project’s direction or implementation. Examples mentioned include aligning training content with U.S. priorities, coordinating with U.S. officials on delivery, and closely tracking outcomes.
What is the Assistance Listing (CFDA) number for this opportunity?
The Assistance Listing (CFDA) number is 19.901, which is commonly associated with Department of State security and law-enforcement related assistance activities.
What is the funding activity category?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," indicating specialized security cooperation and capacity building rather than a standard category like health or education.
What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The stated award ceiling is $3,950,617.
How many awards did the agency anticipate making?
The agency anticipated making up to four awards.
Does the "up to four awards" detail suggest anything about how projects might be structured?
Yes. The description suggests a multi-award approach can support regional reach and specialization, such as different implementers focusing on complementary training tracks, different geographic clusters, or different agency audiences (for example, border guards versus customs services versus investigative units).
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on January 3, 2023.
What was the original application closing date?
The original closing date was March 4, 2023.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is noted as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full notice.
What does "Eligibility: Others" typically imply?
It commonly signals the competition may be open to a defined set of organizations beyond state or local governments, such as non-profits, NGOs, educational institutions, or other qualified entities with relevant technical expertise in export controls, border security, interdiction training, weapons identification, investigations, and international capacity-building.
What kind of experience is the Department of State likely looking for in applicants?
The description emphasizes training and interdiction, suggesting implementers should be capable of delivering credible instruction, designing practical exercises, supporting standard operating procedures, and working effectively with government counterparts in complex operational environments.
What policy objective does this opportunity align with?
It aligns with a broader U.S. policy objective of preventing sensitive weapons from being smuggled, proliferated, or diverted to unauthorized actors, and strengthening partner government capacity to address those threats through coordinated detection, enforcement, and interdiction activities.
In plain terms, what would success look like for this grant?
Success would look like improved ability among front-line agencies in Ukraine and neighboring states to spot and stop illegal movement of certain advanced conventional weapons and SALW, with stronger coordination, better procedures, and improved operational readiness.
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