Global Threat Reduction
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The U.S. Department of State's Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction (ISN/CTR), part of the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, supports programs aimed at reducing the threat posed by terrorist organizations or states of concern seeking to acquire weapons of mass destruction (WMD) expertise, material, and equipment. ISN/CTR programs, also known as Global Threat Reduction (GTR) programs, accomplish this task by funding a variety of projects that aim to enhance biological, chemical, and nuclear security practices and productively engage scientists with WMD-applicable expertise in civilian pursuits. In addition to continued efforts in the former Soviet Union to engage WMD experts, GTR programs are working to reduce the rapidly growing worldwide WMD threat posed by terrorists, non-state actors, and proliferant states. GTR programs are threat-driven and focus on frontline states and in regions where the terrorist threat is on the rise.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Public nonprofits
- Other public organizations
- Non-government (general)
- Private nonprofits
- Quasi-public nonprofits
Please see specific announcement on www.grants.gov.
Beneficiaries
- 19
Please see specific announcement on www.grants.gov.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Detailed application instructions will be specified in individual requests for application (RFAs). Please see specific announcement on www.grants.gov.
Award Procedure
ISN/CTR will evaluate applications for GTR assistance agreements consistent with the terms specified in individual requests for application (RFAs).
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Please see specific announcement on www.grants.gov.
Program details & compliance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
ISN/CTR periodically awards assistance instruments to facilitate the implementation of specific projects in various partner countries. Past GTR programs include: formal training workshops for foreign government officials on biological, chemical, and nuclear security; assistance developing curricula and training materials that institutionalize scientific ethics; and assessing partner countries' adherence to international best practices on WMD expertise and material security. ISN/CTR will release requests for application (RFAs) on an annual basis and as specific grant/cooperative agreement opportunities are identified.
Required Documentation
As specified in specific requests for application (RFAs), applicants may be required to submit copies of their most recent negotiated indirect cost rate agreement (NICRA) to support proposed indirect costs. Additionally, applicants may be required to submit resumes, curricula vitae, or other supporting documentation showing that proposed key personnel are qualified to perform their intended roles.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements