Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #DFOP0018502
Cooperative Agreement for Countering Online Terrorist Recruitment Support Services
Buyer
Bureau of Counterterrorism
Posted
May 28, 2026
Respond By
July 27, 2026
Identifier
DFOP0018502
NAICS
928110, 813319
This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism, seeks programmatic support for law enforcement to counter online recruitment by foreign terrorist organizations. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant for programmatic activities, not product procurement - Products/Services Requested: - Programmatic support services to assist law enforcement in countering online recruitment by U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organizations - Focus on addressing digital recruitment tactics and the use of emerging technologies, including generative artificial intelligence (AI) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and governmental institutions - No cost sharing or matching requirement - Funding instrument is a cooperative agreement - Emphasis on countering complex, technology-driven terrorist recruitment strategies - Estimated award amount: $4,933,399
Description
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism, is offering funding to support law enforcement efforts in countering online recruitment by U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organizations, including jihadist networks, drug cartels, and individual extremists. The solicitation addresses the increasing complexity of counterterrorism investigations due to digital recruitment and emerging technologies like generative AI. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. The funding is provided through a cooperative agreement with an expected award amount of $4,933,399. The opportunity is discretionary and focuses on counterterrorism activities.