Regional Explosive Ordnance Disposal Operations in the Near East
Bureau of Counterterrorism
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- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Amount
- $3,946,719
- Closes
- Jul 15, 2026 (tomorrow)
Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- DFOP0018683
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 19.701
Amount
$3,946,719
Who can apply
U.S. and foreign not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations U.S. and foreign public and private educational institutions U.S. and foreign for-profit organizations Public International Organizations (PIOs) and Governmental institutions…
About this opportunity
Following Iran's widespread use of ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) throughout the Near East region during the 2026 conflict, there remains a significant and persistent risk of unexploded ordnance (UXO) falling into the hands of malign actors who could repurpose these materials to carry out attacks against U.S. facilities, critical infrastructure, and civilian soft targets, a phenomenon known as “explosive harvesting.” The proliferation of UXO, combined with the technical sophistication of Iranian-origin explosive materials, presents an acute threat to regional stability and U.S. national security interests. The Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to provide specialized ex...