Export Controls and Border Security
Open Opportunities (3)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Export Controls and Investment Screening for Critical Minerals Supply Chain Deadline: Jul 20, 2026 · up to $5.4M
- Strengthening U.S. Advanced Technology Protection from Chinese Diversion in NEA, WHA, and EAP Deadline: Jul 20, 2026 · up to $4M
- EXBS Legal & Regulatory Support Deadline: Jul 20, 2026 · up to $2.4M
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The Office of Export Controls and Border Security (EXBS) enhances U.S. national security by strengthening the operational capabilities of partner countries to protect U.S. critical technologies and dual-use components from diversion and misuse. EXBS works to secure international trade in proliferation-sensitive commodities, draft export control legislation, and develop enforcement mechanisms that meet U.S. standards. EXBS’s efforts bolster foreign partners’ capability to target, identify, and interdict illicit trade, secure high-risk ports of entry, and disrupt proliferation networks. By preventing U.S. adversaries from acquiring weapons of mass destruction and their delivery systems, cutting-edge U.S. technologies, and advanced conventional weapons, EXBS safeguards American technological leadership and military superiority.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Foreign Nonprofit Organization
- Foreign Not-for-Profit Organization
- Foreign For-Profit Organization
- Nonprofit Organization
- International Organization
- Not-for-Profit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations
Public and private educational institutions
For-profit organizations (only if allowed by appropriation - not for PD funds) Applications submitted by for-profit entities may be subject to additional review following the panel selection process. Additionally, the Department of State prohibits profit to for-profit or commercial organizations under its assistance awards. Profit is defined as any amount in excess of allowable direct and indirect costs. The allowability of costs incurred by commercial organizations is determined in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) at 48 CFR 30, Cost Accounting Standards Administration, and 48 CFR 31 Contract Cost Principles and Procedures. Please see 2 CFR 200.307 for regulations regarding program income. For-profit recipients who do not have a formally established overhead or G&A rate should allocate indirect costs into the appropriate direct cost categories.
Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
How to Apply
Award Procedure
The award procedure is still being determined and will be based on the administration's requirements.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 90 to 120 days
- Renewal interval: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance
Description
Export Controls and Border Security (EXBS) enhances U.S. national security by strengthening the operational capabilities of partner countries to protect U.S. critical technologies and dual-use components from diversion and misuse. EXBS works to secure international trade in proliferation-sensitive commodities, draft export control legislation, and develop enforcement mechanisms that meet U.S. standards.
Mission Categories
Primary: International
Other categories:
Economic DevelopmentCrime PreventionLaw Enforcement - Crime Analysis and DataMinerals
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Outlined in the NOFO and scope of work.
Required Documentation
Table of Contents
Required SF Forms
Proposal Narrative
Risk Assessment
Scope of Work
Detailed Budget (Excel)
Budget Narrative (Word)
NICRA (if applicable)
A-133 audit (if applicable)
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