Leveling the Field for American Workers in U.S.-Mexico Trade
ID: 360092Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau of International Labor Affairs (DOL-ILAB)

Award Range

$10M - $10M

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/360092

Additional Information

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ilab
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) of the U.S. Department of Labor is offering a funding opportunity titled "Leveling the Field for American Workers in U.S.-Mexico Trade," with approximately $10,000,000 available for a cooperative agreement aimed at reducing wage suppression and unfair labor practices in key trade sectors in Mexico. The initiative seeks to strengthen labor law enforcement, enhance private sector compliance with USMCA labor obligations, and educate Mexican workers about their rights, thereby creating a level playing field for American workers. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations, such as commercial, international, educational, and non-profit entities, with applications due by September 26, 2025, and award decisions anticipated between September 30, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to the Office of Grants Management at OGM_ILAB@dol.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    OGM_ILAB@dol.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FOA-ILAB-25-43.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) has announced a funding opportunity (FOA-ILAB-25-43) of approximately $10,000,000 for a cooperative agreement aimed at reducing wage suppression and unfair labor practices in key trade sectors in Mexico. This initiative seeks to create a level playing field for American workers by strengthening labor law enforcement, improving private sector compliance with USMCA labor obligations, and educating Mexican workers on their rights. The project, with a 54-month duration, will be implemented in three to five Mexican states, engaging state labor authorities, employer associations, companies, and worker organizations. Eligible applicants include various commercial, international, educational, and non-profit organizations. Applications are due by September 26, 2025, via grants.gov, and award decisions are expected between September 30, 2025, and December 31, 2025. The proposal emphasizes a strong project strategy, sustainability, risk management, and a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan.
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