Strengthening Early Warning, Detection, Response in Mozambique

The Strengthening Early Warning, Detection, & Response in Mozambique funding opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism, as part of its broader mission to protect U.S. national security and economic interests abroad. This initiative is funded under the Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs account and reflects the Department’s strategic priority to safeguard U.S. commercial operations and supply chains. The program specifically targets Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, a region where U.S. economic investments are vulnerable to security threats. The opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement, indicating substantial involvement from the funding agency throughout the project lifecycle. The primary purpose of this program is to strengthen early warning systems, threat detection capabilities, and coordinated response mechanisms between the Police of the Republic of Mozambique and local communities. By enhancing information-sharing channels and building law enforcement capacity, the initiative aims to prevent terrorist or extremist threats before they impact U.S. personnel, infrastructure, or investments. The project aligns with key Department of State strategic goals, including advancing U.S. economic and technological dominance and leveraging foreign assistance as a tool of statecraft. Funding for this opportunity totals up to 2,960,039 dollars, with a single award anticipated ranging between 2,000,000 and 2,960,039 dollars. The period of performance is limited to 24 months, and projects must be designed to be completed within this timeframe. Allowable activities include training law enforcement personnel, developing intelligence systems, facilitating community engagement, and potentially providing limited non-lethal equipment necessary for communication and operational effectiveness. The program explicitly emphasizes sustainability, expecting Mozambican authorities to continue applying learned practices after the grant period concludes. Eligibility for this funding opportunity is broad and inclusive, allowing applications from not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit entities where permitted, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. Applicants must maintain a valid registration in SAM.gov and possess a Unique Entity Identifier. Only one proposal per organization is permitted. Cost sharing is encouraged but not required and does not influence competitive ranking. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov or MyGrants and includes several mandatory components. Applicants must complete standard federal forms such as SF-424, SF-424A, and SF-424B where applicable. A detailed proposal of no more than 12 pages must outline program design, including situational analysis, problem statement, alignment with U.S. counterterrorism strategy, project activities, and a logic model with theory of change. A performance monitoring plan is also required, including indicators, baselines, and targets. Additional attachments include resumes, letters of support, and risk analysis documentation. Applications are due by June 9, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. Questions regarding the application process must be submitted by April 24, 2026, with responses posted publicly by May 1, 2026. The Department of State will evaluate proposals based on criteria including program quality, organizational capacity, monitoring and evaluation plans, budget justification, and sustainability. Final award decisions are expected by mid-October 2026, with notification to unsuccessful applicants by October 15, 2026. Throughout the project period, the Department of State will maintain active involvement, including monthly coordination meetings, review of program plans, and participation in key decisions. Reporting requirements are extensive and include quarterly performance reports, financial updates, and ongoing monitoring of program indicators. This funding opportunity represents a targeted, time-bound investment designed to build lasting counterterrorism capabilities in Mozambique while directly advancing U.S. strategic and economic interests abroad.

Ensure strong alignment with stated counterterrorism outcomes; clearly link activities to measurable results; provide detailed monitoring plan with indicators; demonstrate organizational capacity and past performance