Building Capacity of DRC's Customs and Border to Curb Illicit Mineral Smuggling and Fraud
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- INL25CA0029-AMEDRC-CUSTOMSFRAUD-031225
- Agency
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Bureau of International Narcotics Law Enforcement
Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $750,000 to $1,000,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
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- 19.705 Trans-National Crime
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement
- Category
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- Law, Justice and Legal Services
- Eligible applicants
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- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Non-501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Higher Education Inst. (Public)
- Higher Education Inst. (Private)
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) is seeking applicants for a cooperative agreement to build the capacity of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's (DRC) customs and border control agencies to combat illicit mineral smuggling and fraud. The project aims to revamp the current training curriculum of the DRC customs agency, implement a comprehensive training program with a train-the-trainer component, and establish sustainable customs operations through transparent procurement systems. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based and foreign-based non-profit organizations as well as U.S. educational institutions. Applications are due by March 12, 2025, and questions should be submitted by February 10, 2025.
The total funding available for this opportunity is $1,000,000, with individual awards ranging from $750,000 to $1,000,000. The project is expected to train 1,500 customs officers, establish training centers with necessary equipment, and implement mentoring programs at strategic locations in the DRC to enhance the detection of mineral smuggling. The performance period for the cooperative agreement is 24 months, starting in June 2025.
Synopsis
The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to ensure that customs and border officers possess the knowledge, skills, and tools that enable them to effectively detect and investigate illicit smuggling and customs fraud, particularly for critical minerals. The project will revamp the current training curriculum of the DRC customs agency and implement a training program, which will include a train-the-trainers element and conducting trainings, as well as build the sustainability of customs officials to conduct their duties, including through transparent and functional procurement systems.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| SF424 Docs - Application for Federal Assistance.zip | ZIP file | |
| FY25 INL Templates and Forms for Grants.gov.zip | ZIP file | |
| INL25CA0029 NOFO (Customs Fraud).pdf |
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