FY2026 v.1 Open-Source Templates (Grants.gov).zip

This file is an FY2026 open-source templates package for grants.gov related to the Southern Cone Cooperation Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Sector Support federal grant opportunity. The opportunity is administered by the Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs under the Trans-National Crime program (CFDA 19.705) and is available as a cooperative agreement. The program delivers technical assistance to law enforcement and criminal justice agencies across Southern Cone partner countries to combat transnational criminal organizations and prevent foreign terrorist organizations from operating in the region.

The Trans-National Crime program funds comprehensive initiatives addressing organized crime, narcotics smuggling, environmental crimes, wildlife trafficking, human trafficking, and terrorism-related offenses. Recent awards range from approximately $500,000 to $7 million with performance periods of 12 to 36 months, typically 18 to 36 months for current solicitations. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations, and educational institutions. Key compliance requirements include Unique Entity Identifier registration, SAM.gov maintenance, Leahy Amendment vetting, and Federal Acquisition Regulation adherence. Recipients must maintain financial records for three years. Current active opportunities total approximately $45 million across multiple solicitations with estimated start dates between March and June 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize technical approach, organizational capacity, program monitoring capabilities, and cost effectiveness.