Advancing Innovation and Collaboration Through C-SIPA
The U.S. Department of State’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) at U.S. Embassy Manama announces an open competition to support programs that advance high-tech research and innovation under the Comprehensive Strategic Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) between the United States, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom.
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Bahrain |
|---|---|
| Status | Posted |
| Opportunity number | DOS-MANAMA-PD-2026-001 |
| Posted date | 04/14/2026 |
| Application deadline | Jul 06, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Award ceiling | 90,000 |
| Award floor | 10,000 |
| Estimated total funding | 180,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 2 |
| Assistance Listing (CFDA) | 19.040 |
| Description | The U.S. Department of State’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) at U.S. Embassy Manama announces an open competition to support programs that advance high-tech research and innovation under the Comprehensive Strategic Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) between the United States, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom. C-SIPA strengthens trilateral cooperation under three pillars: 1) defense and security; 2) economic, commercial, and trade; and 3) science, technology, and network security. This initiative contributes to broader U.S. efforts to reinforce national security, expand economic opportunity, and promote trusted technology partnerships. The Embassy seeks proposals that foster collaboration among academic institutions and private sector partners with a focus on supporting economic an |
| Agency contact | ManamaPAO@state.gov |
| Official listing | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361885 |