§ Federal grant opportunity · DFOP0019505

    Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia

    Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs is accepting applications for Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia. The deadline is September 2, 2026 and the published award range is $1M – $1.5M.

    Key facts

    Funder
    Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
    Application deadline
    September 2, 2026
    Award range
    $1M – $1.5M
    Eligibility
    The following organizations are eligible to apply: • U.S. and U.S.-aligned for-profit companies and organizations, such as corporations and commercial firms • U.S. and U.S.-aligned not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
    Geography
    United States
    Focus areas
    Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)
    Opportunity number
    DFOP0019505

    Program overview

    U.S. Embassy Tunis and the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs' Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) seek applications for the “Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia” program, a commercial diplomacy initiative to support transparent, private-sector-led investment in phosphate development, optimize downstream mineral processing to meet international standards, and strengthen trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia, advancing Tunisia’s economic development and export capacity.

    How to apply

    1. Confirm your organization meets the eligibility criteria above.
    2. Read the full funding opportunity announcement from Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs.
    3. Draft your narrative against the funder's stated priorities and review criteria.
    4. Submit before September 2, 2026, allowing time for registration and validation.

    View the official funding announcement

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