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State Department Seeks Partner for Global AI Innovation and Adoption Program

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy is seeking a partner for the Fueling AI Innovation and Adoption (FAIIA) program, a global initiative to advance responsible AI adoption and governance: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP), Office of Science & Technology Innovation, Investment, and Cooperation (STIIC) - Program Overview: - Cooperative agreement for the FAIIA program (opportunity DFOP0017898) - $4 million total funding, single anticipated award - 36-month performance period - Scope and Objectives: - Strengthen foundational AI capabilities in partner nations - Support development of national AI strategies, regulatory frameworks, and institutional capacity - Promote U.S. leadership in AI and counter Chinese influence in the global AI ecosystem - Emphasis on technical assistance, training, policy development, and government modernization - Preference for applicants with experience in Southeast Asia and Pacific Island Countries - Eligibility and Requirements: - U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations (501(c)(3)), for-profit organizations, and FFRDCs - Demonstrated expertise in AI technologies, policy, regulatory reform, and capacity building - Ability to implement multi-region projects and recommend specific countries - Products/Services Requested: - No physical products or specific OEMs named; focus is on services such as technical assistance, training, capacity building, and infrastructure support for AI adoption - Project implementation may include testing/sandbox environments and physical infrastructure as needed - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Applicants must have regional networks and experience, especially in Southeast Asia and Pacific Island Countries - Projects must align with U.S. approaches to AI governance and innovation - Quarterly and final reporting required

Description

The Fueling AI Innovation and Adoption (FAIIA) program aims to overcome key challenges in deploying and adopting artificial intelligence internationally. It promotes the U.S. vision for AI innovation, competition, application, and governance, opposing regulations that hinder innovation and countering China's influence through AI. The program seeks to strengthen AI capabilities in partner nations to foster AI-ready partners who will adopt American AI technologies. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. The award is a cooperative agreement with a total available funding of $4,000,000 and a performance period of 36 months.

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