Ukraine Capacity in Intangible Technology Controls
ID: 360066Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation (DOS-ISN)

Award Range

$100K - $345K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360066

Additional Information

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    Description

    The Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation at the U.S. Department of State has announced a funding opportunity titled "Ukraine Capacity in Intangible Technology Controls," aimed at enhancing Ukraine's capabilities in managing Intangible Technology Transfers (ITT). The initiative seeks to establish effective safeguards and controls over sensitive research and technologies, addressing the urgent need for Strategic Trade Controls (STC) in the context of increased demand for advanced defense technologies following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and certain for-profit entities, with funding ranging from $100,000 to $345,338, contingent upon budget availability. Proposals are due by August 18, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to ECC_Grants@state.gov for further information.

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    The U.S. Department of State has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "Strengthening Ukraine’s ITT Controls" (Opportunity number: DFOP0017454), aimed at enhancing Ukraine's capabilities in managing Intangible Technology Transfers (ITT) within 24 months. The funding range is between $100,000 and $345,338, contingent upon budget availability. The initiative responds to the increased demand for advanced defense technologies in Ukraine following the 2022 invasion, emphasizing the importance of effective Strategic Trade Controls (STC) amidst significant risks of technology proliferation. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and certain for-profit entities, provided they comply with specific regulations. The project aims to raise awareness, develop guidelines for safeguarding ITT, and improve interagency cooperation within Ukraine’s government. Proposals must include detailed project summaries, budgets, and risk assessments, with applications due by August 18, 2025. The evaluation of applications will focus on quality, organizational capacity, and monitoring plans, emphasizing sustainability beyond the funding period. This NOFO underscores the urgency of establishing robust controls to protect sensitive technologies and supports Ukraine’s post-war recovery efforts by enhancing compliance and regulatory frameworks.
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