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Grant Opportunity for High-Tech Research Collaboration under C-SIPA (U.S., Bahrain, U.K.)

This opportunity invites proposals for advancing high-tech research and innovation under the Comprehensive Strategic Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA), a trilateral initiative between the United States, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs - Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Manama - Program Focus: - Support for collaborative research and innovation programs in emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), information and communications technology (ICT), energy, and space - Emphasis on joint research ventures, measurable outcomes, and direct collaboration with U.S. private sector partners - Activities may include virtual engagements, in-person exchange visits, joint publications, and development of joint research ventures - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, and public or private educational institutions registered in the U.S., U.K., or Bahrain - For-profit entities are not eligible - Proposals must engage all three C-SIPA countries and prioritize U.S. private sector involvement - Only one proposal per organization is allowed - SAM.gov registration and UEI required - Excludes projects related to partisan political activity, charitable or development activities, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research or surveys, commercial projects, or institutional growth - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $180,000 - Individual awards: $10,000 to $90,000 each (two awards anticipated) - Period of Performance: - 6 to 18 months for each project - Place of Performance: - U.S. Embassy Manama (contracting office and government facility)

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s Public Affairs Section at U.S. Embassy Manama announces an open competition to support programs advancing high-tech research and innovation under the Comprehensive Strategic Integration and Prosperity Agreement (C-SIPA) between the United States, Bahrain, and the United Kingdom. The initiative focuses on trilateral cooperation in defense and security, economic and trade, and science and technology. Proposals should foster collaboration among academic institutions and private sector partners, prioritizing direct collaboration with U.S. private sector partners and engagement of all three C-SIPA countries. The program aims to promote resilient, secure, and market-driven technology partnerships that uphold shared values and deliver measurable outcomes.

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