Implementation of Four GCTF Classic Workshops in 2027

The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), number GCTF-TAIPEI-FY26-005, for a cooperative agreement to implement the 2027 Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) Classic Workshop Series. With an anticipated budget ranging from $400,000 to $450,000 USD, AIT plans to award a single cooperative agreement to oversee the planning, logistics, and execution of four workshops in Taiwan. The GCTF is a collaborative capacity-building platform involving Taiwan, the United States, Japan, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. The 2027 workshops will address regional and global challenges, focusing on democratic governance, trusted supply chains, economic security, emerging technologies, and resilience. While most workshops will take place in Taipei, one is slated for southern Taiwan. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, civil society groups, think tanks, educational institutions, and private-sector entities with experience in managing international conferences and U.S. government grants. The selected recipient will act as AIT’s operational partner, managing venue coordination, participant travel, audiovisual services, vendor logistics, and monitoring and evaluation. AIT and its GCTF partners will provide substantial involvement, including strategic direction and final approval of all key programmatic and logistical elements. The project performance period is 18 months, starting October 1, 2026, with a firm application deadline of August 31, 2026 (Taipei Time). Applicants must possess a valid SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) to be eligible.