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Closed on Sep 3, 2026

Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia

Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs · Opportunity number DFOP0019505

Details summarized from the official notice as of Sep 4, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Sep 3, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberDFOP0019505
AgencyBureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Department of State
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)19.600
PostedSep 2, 2026
DeadlineSep 3, 2026
Award ceiling$1,536,507
Award floor$1,000,000
Expected number of awards1
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryOther
Last updated hereSep 4, 2026

Summary from the notice

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.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

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

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

Other listings with this number

The agency has posted more than one listing under DFOP0019505. Confirm which one is current on the official site.

  • Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia (deadline Sep 2, 2026) official listing
  • Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia (deadline Sep 2, 2026) official listing

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