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GameON: U.S.-Albania E-Sports and Innovation Program Implementation

This opportunity is issued by the U.S. Department of State, Embassy Tirana, Public Diplomacy Section for the GameON: U.S.-Albania E-Sports and Innovation program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - Embassy Tirana, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Overview: - Seeks proposals to implement an e-sports, technology, and digital entrepreneurship program for Albanian youth (ages 15-30) - Focuses on coding, game design, UX/UI, digital content creation, 3D printing, esports, and entrepreneurship - Activities will be held at American Corners in Tirana, Vlora, and Kukes - At least 100 participants per location are targeted - Emphasizes U.S. leadership and standards in the digital economy and esports - Eligibility: - Open to not-for-profit U.S. and Albanian organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, and individuals (excluding for-profit entities) - Funding: - One award anticipated, valued between $3,000 and $8,000 - Total available funding is $8,000 - Period of Performance: - 6-12 months, with anticipated start in October - Unique Requirements: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named - Program must showcase U.S. technology and standards - No support for construction, partisan political activity, or commercial projects - Applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov (except individuals) - Cost sharing is encouraged but not required

Description

This is a forecasted grant opportunity titled "GameON: U.S.-Albania E-Sports and Innovation" announced by the U.S. Department of State Embassy Tirana. The project aims to promote e-sports and innovation collaborations between the U.S. and Albania by delivering U.S. excellence and leadership in technology, game design, and digital entrepreneurship. The program targets youth aged 15-30, including students and young professionals, to build practical skills in coding, game design, and digital entrepreneurship. The project will be implemented at American Corners in Tirana, Vlora, and Kukes, with an anticipated start date in October 2026 and a performance period of 6-12 months.

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