Addressing Development and Use of Chemical and Biological Weapons by Russia
ID: 359215Type: Posted
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Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation (DOS-ISN)

Award Range

$250K - $10M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Addressing Development and Use of Chemical and Biological Weapons by Russia." This initiative aims to engage the biological, biotechnology, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries in implementing best practices for compliance and due diligence to safeguard supply chains against Russian acquisition of materials for chemical and biological weapons (CBW) development. The program also includes training for first responders and laboratory staff in CBW detection methods, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity in protecting detection processes. The total estimated funding for this program is $15 million, with individual awards ranging from $250,000 to $10 million, and applications are due by July 30, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out via email at ctrspecialprojectsproposals@state.gov for further information.

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