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Cooperative Agreement to Counter Illicit Mining Financing Terrorist Organizations in the Western Hemisphere

This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism seeks proposals for a cooperative agreement to counter illicit gold mining activities that finance Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) in the Western Hemisphere. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Counterterrorism - Scope and Focus: - Targeting illicit mining operations linked to FTOs and transnational criminal organizations in countries such as Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, and Venezuela - Emphasis on disrupting financial networks and operational capabilities of FTOs - Products and Services Requested: - Programmatic services including: - Capability assessments - Investigatory mentorship - Law enforcement training - Use of technology (satellite imagery, drones, GPS, AI tools) - Evidence gathering - Cross-border coordination - Personnel (e.g., Project Manager, Field Trainer) - Equipment (generators, technology tools, laptops, cell phones) - Travel and lodging for program staff - Subawards and contracts for specialized activities - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Integrated approach involving law enforcement, mining regulators, judicial officials, and civil society - Multi-year project duration (up to 24 months) - No specific OEMs or vendors required; applicants propose technology and methods - Compliance with federal cost principles and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment - Estimated Award Value: - $2,000,000 to $4,933,399 - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, public international organizations, and governmental institutions

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism is seeking proposals for an initiative to address the exploitation of illicit mining by violent Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs). The focus is on the relationship and involvement of FTOs and transnational criminal organizations in illicit mining activities, particularly in the Western Hemisphere. Proposals should take an integrated approach involving civilian law enforcement, mining sector regulators, judges, prosecutors, and civil society. The initiative aims to reduce the operational capacity of FTOs and improve prevention and detection of illegal mining activities through capability assessments, investigation and intelligence strengthening, and countering the financing of terrorism.

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