Strengthening U.S. Advanced Technology Protection from Chinese Diversion in NEA, WHA, and
This NOFO combats China’s efforts to acquire U.S.-origin advanced technologies and control critical supply-chain nodes that enable proliferation-relevant capabilities. LOE 1 strengthens GCC governments' ability to implement U.S. AI license conditions, detect and prevent diversion of U.S.-origin advanced technologies, a
| Agency | Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation |
|---|---|
| Status | Posted |
| Opportunity number | DFOP0018150 |
| Posted date | 06/05/2026 |
| Application deadline | Jul 20, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Award ceiling | 4,032,350 |
| Award floor | 0 |
| Estimated total funding | 4,032,350 |
| Expected number of awards | 1 |
| Who can apply | The following U.S. or foreign organizations are eligible to apply: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations. Public and private educational institutions. For-profit organizations (only if allowed by appropriation - not for PD funds), applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process. Additionally, the Department of State prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial or |
| Funding category | Export controls and border security, nonproliferation. |
| Assistance Listing (CFDA) | 19.317 |
| Description | This NOFO combats China’s efforts to acquire U.S.-origin advanced technologies and control critical supply-chain nodes that enable proliferation-relevant capabilities. LOE 1 strengthens GCC governments' ability to implement U.S. AI license conditions, detect and prevent diversion of U.S.-origin advanced technologies, and counter Chinese exploitation of regional transshipment hubs. LOE 2 helps priority Western Hemisphere countries design and enforce fair, effective investment screening to block Chinese access to sensitive technologies, critical infrastructure, and minerals essential to defense supply chains. LOE 3 reinforces export controls and oversight of free trade and special economic zones across ASEAN and Mongolia to disrupt Chinese diversion of emerging and dual‑use technologies thro |
| Official listing | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362694 |