Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #DFOP0020010
Funding for U.S.–Jordan private-sector innovation and commercial partnership projects
Posted
October 26, 2026
Respond By
September 30, 2027
Identifier
DFOP0020010
The U.S. Department of State is seeking commercially viable projects that strengthen private-sector ties between the United States and Jordan. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Regional Foreign Assistance Office, U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan. - Opportunity: U.S.–Jordan Private Sector Innovation Fund (DFOP0020010), supporting partnerships and investment that advance bilateral commercial cooperation. - Funding: Approximately $50 million is available, subject to funding; anticipated awards are approximately $2 million to $20 million each, with about three to five awards expected. - Project goals: Promote U.S. exports, investment, market expansion, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, technology adoption, and measurable economic benefits for U.S. and Jordanian firms. - Priority areas: Energy and critical minerals; communications, information, and emerging technologies; water; advanced manufacturing; transportation and logistics; and education. - Project duration: Proposed projects should run 12–36 months. Continuation funding may be considered based on funding availability, satisfactory progress, and the Department’s determination. - OEMs and vendors: No product manufacturers, OEMs, or commercial vendors are identified. No specific products, part numbers, or fixed quantities are requested.
Description
The Regional Foreign Assistance Office in Amman, Jordan is inviting organizations to submit statements of interest for the U.S.-Jordan Private Sector Innovation Fund. Projects should advance commercial deals, strengthen innovation-driven commercial cooperation and market expansion, promote U.S. exports, and catalyze private-sector investment and partnerships between U.S. and Jordanian firms. The opportunity supports projects that advance innovation, technology adoption, and commercially scalable models aligned with U.S. priorities. Awards are expected to range from $2,000,000 to $20,000,000, subject to funding availability.