Opportunity Information: Apply for DFOP0018106
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Counterterrorism is offering a competitive grant opportunity to improve security along major transit corridors in northern Mozambique, with the specific aim of reducing terrorism-related risk and protecting U.S. economic interests tied to trade, investment, and business activity in the region. The project is designed as a two-year effort focused on making travel and cargo movement more predictable and resilient for U.S. companies, personnel, and goods operating in or moving through northern Mozambique, where economic activity and strategic infrastructure are increasingly important.
The program concentrates on strengthening the operational capabilities of the Police of the Republic of Mozambique (PRM) along the N380 and N1 highways, key roadways that feed into Cabo Delgado and link strategic economic areas in the north. The central objective is to help PRM units better detect, deter, and disrupt potential terrorist threats that could lead to attacks, road insecurity, or supply-chain disruptions. In practical terms, the funded work is expected to combine specialized training with the provision of non-lethal equipment so law enforcement can improve preparedness, conduct safer and more effective responses to suspected terrorist activity, and maintain a more consistent security presence along these routes.
A major component of the approach is sustained mentorship for PRM units rather than one-off instruction. This mentorship is intended to reinforce what is taught during trainings, troubleshoot real-world implementation challenges as they arise, and build internal trust within units so new procedures are applied consistently over time. By pairing capacity-building with ongoing support and stronger coordination, the initiative aims to reduce the likelihood of incidents that interrupt traffic and commerce on these highways, while also improving overall law enforcement effectiveness in a way that boosts confidence for U.S. entities considering operations or investment in the area.
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the U.S. government is likely to remain substantively involved during implementation compared to a standard grant. The opportunity is listed as discretionary funding under CFDA 19.701, with a maximum award amount (ceiling) of USD 4,933,399 and an expectation of a single award. The funding opportunity number is DFOP0018106, it was created on 2026-05-05, and the application deadline is 2026-06-09.
Eligibility is broad (listed as unrestricted) and includes nonprofit organizations such as think tanks and civil society/NGOs, public and private educational institutions, for-profit organizations when permitted by appropriation, and public international organizations and governmental institutions. Overall, the solicitation is geared toward selecting one implementer capable of delivering training, non-lethal equipping, and embedded mentoring that measurably strengthens PRM performance along the N380 and N1 corridors and reduces terrorism-related threats to transit reliability in northern Mozambique.Apply for DFOP0018106
- The Bureau of Counterterrorism in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening Transit Security and Economic Protection in Mozambique" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.701.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-05-05.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-06-09. (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 $4,933,399.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a competitive U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism grant opportunity to improve security along major transit corridors in northern Mozambique, with a focus on reducing terrorism-related risk and protecting U.S. economic interests tied to trade, investment, and business activity in the region.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project aims to make travel and cargo movement more predictable and resilient for U.S. companies, personnel, and goods operating in or moving through northern Mozambique. It focuses on reducing the likelihood of incidents that interrupt traffic and commerce on key highways.
Where will the project take place?
The effort is focused on northern Mozambique, specifically along the N380 and N1 highways. These corridors feed into Cabo Delgado and link strategic economic areas in the north.
Which Mozambican agency is the primary partner or beneficiary?
The program concentrates on strengthening the operational capabilities of the Police of the Republic of Mozambique (PRM) along the targeted transit corridors.
Which roads are specifically targeted by the program?
The N380 and N1 highways are the key roadways identified in the opportunity. The program is designed to support a consistent and effective security presence along these routes.
What kinds of threats is the program intended to address?
The program is designed to help detect, deter, and disrupt potential terrorist threats that could lead to attacks, road insecurity, or supply-chain disruptions along the corridors.
What are the core activities expected under this award?
The funded work is expected to combine specialized training with the provision of non-lethal equipment, along with sustained mentorship for PRM units to support real-world implementation over time.
Is the program focused only on training, or does it include ongoing support?
It includes ongoing support. A major component is sustained mentorship for PRM units rather than one-off instruction. The mentorship is intended to reinforce training, troubleshoot implementation challenges, and support consistent application of procedures.
What does "non-lethal equipment" mean in this opportunity?
The opportunity specifies that non-lethal equipment will be provided as part of improving preparedness and enabling safer, more effective responses to suspected terrorist activity. The specific items are not detailed in the information provided.
How does the mentorship component support project outcomes?
Mentorship is intended to reinforce what is taught in trainings, address challenges as they arise in operational settings, and build internal trust within PRM units so new procedures are applied consistently over time.
How does this program relate to U.S. economic interests?
The project explicitly aims to protect U.S. economic interests connected to trade, investment, and business activity in northern Mozambique by reducing terrorism-related risks that could disrupt transit reliability, commerce, and supply chains.
How long is the project period?
The project is designed as a two-year effort.
What type of award will be made?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement. This means the U.S. government is likely to remain substantively involved during implementation compared to a standard grant.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount (ceiling) is USD 4,933,399.
How many awards are expected?
The solicitation indicates an expectation of a single award.
Is this opportunity competitive?
Yes. It is described as a competitive grant opportunity.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is DFOP0018106.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.701.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on 2026-05-05.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 2026-06-09.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as unrestricted and includes nonprofit organizations (such as think tanks and civil society/NGOs), public and private educational institutions, for-profit organizations when permitted by appropriation, and public international organizations and governmental institutions.
Are for-profit organizations allowed to apply?
Yes, for-profit organizations are included as eligible when permitted by appropriation.
Does the opportunity specify the intended implementer profile?
Yes. It is geared toward selecting one implementer capable of delivering training, non-lethal equipping, and embedded mentoring that measurably strengthens PRM performance along the N380 and N1 corridors.
What does success look like for this project?
Based on the description, success involves measurable strengthening of PRM operational performance along the N380 and N1 highways, improved ability to detect/deter/disrupt terrorist threats, and reduced likelihood of incidents that interrupt traffic, commerce, and supply chains in northern Mozambique.
Does the opportunity mention coordination or partnership goals within PRM?
Yes. The initiative emphasizes stronger coordination and building internal trust within PRM units so procedures are applied consistently over time.
Is the goal limited to security outcomes, or does it also include transit and commerce outcomes?
It includes both. The security improvements are intended to reduce terrorism-related risks and also improve transit reliability, protect commerce, and increase confidence for U.S. entities considering operations or investment in the area.
Is this funding discretionary?
Yes. The opportunity is listed as discretionary funding.
Does the opportunity specify Cabo Delgado as a focal area?
Yes. The N380 and N1 corridors are described as feeding into Cabo Delgado and connecting strategic economic areas in the north.
What is the program trying to prevent along the corridors?
The program aims to prevent attacks, road insecurity, and supply-chain disruptions that could arise from terrorist threats and that could interrupt traffic and commerce along the highways.
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