Strengthening Transit Security and Economic Protection in Mozambique

The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT), is offering a funding opportunity titled Strengthening Transit Security and Economic Protection in Mozambique. This initiative is part of the Nonproliferation, Anti-terrorism, Demining and Related Programs funding stream and is designed to advance U.S. national security and economic interests abroad. The Bureau of Counterterrorism leads efforts to counter terrorist threats globally, and this program reflects its strategic focus on safeguarding critical infrastructure and enabling secure environments for U.S. investment and operations in high-risk regions. The purpose of this program is to enhance the security of critical transit routes in northern Mozambique, specifically along the N380 and N1 highways, which are vital corridors for commerce and access to strategic economic zones. The initiative seeks to protect U.S. economic interests by enabling safer movement of U.S. personnel, goods, and investments in the region. By strengthening the capabilities of the Police of the Republic of Mozambique, the program aims to reduce the risk of terrorist attacks and disruptions that could negatively impact both local stability and U.S. commercial activities. The program scope includes providing specialized training, non-lethal equipment, and on-the-ground mentorship to Mozambican law enforcement units. Training efforts will focus on crisis response, tactical operations, leadership development, and counterterrorism practices aligned with U.S. standards. Equipment may include communications devices, vehicles, and protective gear necessary for effective law enforcement operations. Additionally, a deployed mentor will work closely with local units to reinforce training, ensure operational consistency, and support real-time decision-making in the field. Funding for this opportunity totals 4933399 dollars, with a single anticipated award ranging from 4000000 to 4933399 dollars. The period of performance is 24 months, with an anticipated start date of September 30, 2026. The funding will be administered through a cooperative agreement, reflecting substantial involvement from the Bureau of Counterterrorism throughout the project lifecycle, including oversight of planning, implementation, and performance monitoring. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad and includes nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations where permitted, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. All applicants must have a valid Unique Entity Identifier and active registration in SAM.gov. While cost sharing is encouraged, it is not required and does not influence application competitiveness. Applicants are limited to submitting one proposal per organization. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov or MyGrants by June 9, 2026. Applications must include standard federal forms, a detailed proposal narrative, budget justification, logic model, performance monitoring plan, and supporting documentation such as resumes and letters of support. Proposals must clearly align with program goals, demonstrate feasibility, and include robust monitoring and evaluation strategies. Applications will be evaluated based on several criteria, including the quality and feasibility of the program design, organizational capacity, alignment with counterterrorism objectives, and budget justification. The Bureau of Counterterrorism will conduct a merit-based review process, with final award decisions made by the Department of State Grants Officer. Successful applicants will be required to submit regular financial and programmatic reports, including performance tracking and incident reporting. This initiative is designed as a targeted, time-bound investment to build sustainable counterterrorism capacity within Mozambique. By the end of the project period, Mozambican law enforcement units are expected to independently maintain enhanced security operations, ensuring long-term protection of transit routes critical to U.S. economic and strategic interests.

Align closely with counterterrorism objectives include detailed logic model and performance monitoring plan and demonstrate feasibility and local partnership strength