Opportunity Information: Apply for ISN ISNECC 14 002
Apply for ISN ISNECC 14 002
- The Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferat in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Foundations of a Strategic Trade Control System for Kosovo" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.901 Export Control and Related Border Security.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 7, 2014 and posted on Feb 7, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 21, 2014 No Explanation. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $85,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $85,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education.
- public international organizations (PIOs)
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN) and its Office of Export Control Cooperation (ECC), released a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Foundations of a Strategic Trade Control System for Kosovo" (Funding Opportunity Number: ISN ISNECC 14 002). The purpose of this Request for Applications is to fund a cooperative agreement that helps the Government of Kosovo develop the basic building blocks of a national strategic trade control system that aligns with international standards. In practical terms, the project is aimed at strengthening Kosovo's capacity to manage and control the transfer of sensitive goods, technologies, and related activities in a way that supports nonproliferation and responsible trade practices.
The activity falls under the nonproliferation category and is tied to CFDA 19.901, "Export Control and Related Border Security." The focus is not on routine commercial trade promotion, but on establishing the kinds of legal, institutional, and operational foundations that allow a government to prevent illicit procurement and diversion, especially involving dual-use items and other strategically significant commodities. The Department of State is signaling that Kosovo is still in a foundational phase and needs targeted assistance to put in place a functional system that can be recognized as credible and consistent with widely accepted international export control norms.
Funding for the project is relatively modest and tightly defined. ISN/ECC indicated an estimated total funding amount of approximately $85,000, with an award ceiling of $85,000 and an award floor of $0, and the expectation is to make a single award. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. government anticipates a more engaged partnership with the recipient compared to a standard grant, including substantial involvement in shaping activities, coordinating deliverables, or providing oversight and guidance as the project is carried out.
Eligibility is limited to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education under that specific nonprofit category), public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and public international organizations. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement stated, which lowers the barrier for qualified implementers that may not have independent funds to contribute. This design suggests the program is primarily seeking technical expertise, program delivery capacity, and credible experience in export controls, compliance frameworks, border and trade security, or related governance and regulatory development, rather than an organization that can bring significant outside co-financing.
Key administrative details show the opportunity was posted on February 7, 2014, with an application closing date of February 21, 2014, and an archive date of March 23, 2014. The short window between posting and closing indicates the Department may have been seeking applicants that were already positioned to mobilize quickly, such as organizations with existing export control assistance programming, established training materials, or prior experience working with governments on regulatory or institutional capacity-building.
For applicants needing access support, the listing points to the Grants.gov Contact Center as the primary help resource, with a 24/7 phone line (1-800-518-4726) and email support at support@grants.gov, noting closure on federal holidays. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a targeted, single-award technical assistance effort to help Kosovo take concrete early steps toward a modern strategic trade control system, delivered under close coordination with the Department of State and framed explicitly within U.S. nonproliferation and export control cooperation objectives.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Foundations of a Strategic Trade Control System for Kosovo."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is ISN ISNECC 14 002.
Which U.S. government office is offering this funding?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN), Office of Export Control Cooperation (ECC).
What is the purpose of this Request for Applications?
The purpose is to fund a cooperative agreement that helps the Government of Kosovo develop the basic building blocks of a national strategic trade control system aligned with international standards.
What problem or need is the project intended to address?
The project is intended to strengthen Kosovo's capacity to manage and control transfers of sensitive goods and technologies and related activities, supporting nonproliferation and responsible trade practices, and helping prevent illicit procurement and diversion (including dual-use items and other strategically significant commodities).
What type of activities is this program focused on?
The focus is on establishing legal, institutional, and operational foundations for a strategic trade control system that is credible and consistent with international export control norms, rather than routine commercial trade promotion.
What category does this opportunity fall under?
The activity falls under the nonproliferation category.
What is the CFDA number and program name associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is tied to CFDA 19.901, "Export Control and Related Border Security."
How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is approximately $85,000.
What is the award ceiling?
The award ceiling is $85,000.
What is the award floor?
The award floor is $0.
How many awards does the Department of State expect to make?
The Department of State indicated an expectation of making a single award.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement typically indicates a more engaged partnership with the U.S. government than a standard grant, including substantial involvement such as shaping activities, coordinating deliverables, and providing oversight or guidance during implementation.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to:
- U.S.-based nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education under that specific nonprofit category)
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Public international organizations
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
Yes. Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education are listed as eligible. The listing also notes an exclusion for 501(c)(3) nonprofits that are institutions of higher education under that specific nonprofit category.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is stated for this opportunity.
What kind of applicant does this opportunity appear to be seeking?
Based on the description, it is geared toward implementers with technical expertise and program delivery capacity related to export controls, compliance frameworks, border and trade security, or governance and regulatory development, rather than applicants bringing significant outside co-financing.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 7, 2014.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was February 21, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was March 23, 2014.
What does the short application window suggest?
The short window between posting and closing suggests the Department may have been seeking applicants able to mobilize quickly, such as organizations with existing export control assistance programming, established training materials, or prior experience working with governments on capacity-building.
Where can applicants get help with Grants.gov?
The listing points to the Grants.gov Contact Center as the primary help resource.
What is the Grants.gov Contact Center phone number?
The phone number is 1-800-518-4726 (available 24/7, with closure on federal holidays).
What is the Grants.gov Contact Center email address?
The email address is support@grants.gov.
How should this opportunity be understood overall?
Overall, it is described as a targeted, single-award technical assistance effort to help Kosovo take early, concrete steps toward a modern strategic trade control system, delivered with close coordination with the Department of State and framed within U.S. nonproliferation and export control cooperation objectives.
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