Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0007150
The U.S. Department of State, through the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) and its Office of Science and Technology Cooperation (STC), released this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to strengthen and showcase U.S. scientific values and leadership internationally. The program is designed to support the global scientific enterprise not only through substantive programming, but also through the practical logistical and administrative support needed to run international science cooperation activities effectively. The funding is provided as FY 2020 Public Diplomacy (PD) funds and will be administered through cooperative agreements, which typically means the Department of State expects to remain actively involved in guiding or coordinating work during the project period rather than simply issuing a grant with minimal federal participation.
The NOFO is structured around five distinct lines of effort, and applicants can propose to implement one or more of these components. In total, the State Department anticipates issuing up to five cooperative agreements with combined funding up to $1,325,000, depending on funds availability. The funding is allocated by program area as follows: up to $125,000 for the Value-Aligned R&D Networks Program; up to $600,000 for GIST Expansion Activities (GIST is commonly associated with entrepreneurship and innovation networks linked to science and technology); up to $100,000 for U.S. Science Dialogues and Public Outreach; up to $200,000 for the APEC Women in STEM Principles and Actions Program; and up to $300,000 for Media Resources that help demonstrate U.S. science and technology values. Each award is expected to run for a 24-month period of performance, giving implementers time to build partnerships, deliver programming, and demonstrate outcomes.
From a legal and policy standpoint, the opportunity is rooted in U.S. public diplomacy and exchange authorities, specifically the U.S. Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948 (the Smith-Mundt Act) and the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (the Fulbright-Hays Act). That framing signals that the projects are meant to advance U.S. engagement, relationships, and credibility in international science and technology environments, with an emphasis on values-based leadership, dialogue, and cooperation. The NOFO also notes that all awards depend on the availability of funds and that additional funding could become available later to continue or expand activities that prove successful in this cycle.
Administrative details in the source record include the opportunity number SFOP0007150, a creation date of June 26, 2020, and an original closing date of August 10, 2020. The instrument type is a cooperative agreement under a discretionary funding opportunity, categorized under science and technology and other research and development activities (CFDA 19.017). Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with further clarification referenced in the full announcement, which usually indicates that a range of non-federal organizations may apply depending on the specific eligibility language in the NOFO. Overall, the opportunity is essentially a multi-track funding package aimed at reinforcing U.S. leadership in global science through networks, international programming expansion, public-facing dialogues, women-in-STEM initiatives in the APEC context, and media tools that communicate U.S. science and technology values.Apply for SFOP0007150
- The Department of State, Bureau of Oceans - Int. Environmental - Scientific in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Demonstrating and Supporting U.S. Values and Leadership in the Global Scientific Enterprise" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.017.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 26, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 10, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,325,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the main purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)?
This NOFO from the U.S. Department of State is intended to strengthen and showcase U.S. scientific values and leadership internationally. It supports the global scientific enterprise through both substantive programming and the logistical/administrative support needed to run international science cooperation activities effectively.
Which office is issuing this NOFO?
The NOFO is issued by the U.S. Department of State through the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs (OES) and its Office of Science and Technology Cooperation (STC).
What type of funding instrument will be used?
Funding will be administered through cooperative agreements. This typically means the Department of State expects to remain actively involved in guiding or coordinating work during the project period, rather than providing a grant with minimal federal participation.
How many awards does the State Department anticipate making?
The State Department anticipates issuing up to five cooperative agreements, depending on the availability of funds.
What is the total anticipated funding amount?
The combined funding across awards is anticipated to be up to $1,325,000, subject to funds availability.
What is the period of performance for an award?
Each award is expected to run for a 24-month period of performance.
What are the program components or lines of effort under this NOFO?
The NOFO is structured around five distinct lines of effort. Applicants may propose to implement one or more of the components.
How is funding allocated across the five lines of effort?
The NOFO describes the following funding levels by program area (subject to availability of funds):
- Up to $125,000 for the Value-Aligned R&D Networks Program
- Up to $600,000 for GIST Expansion Activities
- Up to $100,000 for U.S. Science Dialogues and Public Outreach
- Up to $200,000 for the APEC Women in STEM Principles and Actions Program
- Up to $300,000 for Media Resources demonstrating U.S. science and technology values
Can an applicant propose more than one line of effort in a single application?
Yes. The NOFO states that applicants can propose to implement one or more of the five components.
What does the NOFO mean by supporting international science cooperation activities?
Based on the information provided, the program supports international science cooperation through both substantive programming (activities that advance science cooperation goals) and practical logistical and administrative support needed to run those activities effectively.
What does "GIST Expansion Activities" refer to in this NOFO?
The NOFO notes that GIST is commonly associated with entrepreneurship and innovation networks linked to science and technology, and funding is included for expansion activities in that area.
What is the focus of the U.S. Science Dialogues and Public Outreach line of effort?
This line of effort is described as supporting U.S. Science Dialogues and Public Outreach, with up to $100,000 allocated for this component (subject to funds availability).
What is the focus of the APEC Women in STEM Principles and Actions Program line of effort?
This component is focused on women in STEM within the APEC context, described as the "APEC Women in STEM Principles and Actions Program," with up to $200,000 allocated (subject to funds availability).
What is meant by "Media Resources" under this NOFO?
The NOFO includes a line of effort for media resources that help demonstrate U.S. science and technology values, with up to $300,000 allocated (subject to funds availability).
What is the Value-Aligned R&D Networks Program?
The NOFO lists a "Value-Aligned R&D Networks Program" as one of the five lines of effort, with up to $125,000 allocated (subject to funds availability). The overall framing emphasizes values-based leadership and international scientific engagement.
What fiscal year funding supports this NOFO?
The NOFO indicates the funding is provided as FY 2020 Public Diplomacy (PD) funds.
What legal authorities are cited for this opportunity?
The opportunity is framed under U.S. public diplomacy and exchange authorities, specifically the U.S. Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948 (the Smith-Mundt Act) and the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (the Fulbright-Hays Act).
What does the public diplomacy and exchange framing imply about project goals?
Based on the description provided, it signals that projects are meant to advance U.S. engagement, relationships, and credibility in international science and technology environments, with an emphasis on values-based leadership, dialogue, and cooperation.
Is funding guaranteed?
No. The NOFO notes that all awards depend on the availability of funds.
Could additional funding be available later?
Yes. The NOFO notes that additional funding could become available later to continue or expand activities that prove successful in this cycle.
What is the opportunity number for this NOFO?
The opportunity number listed is SFOP0007150.
What are the key dates listed in the source record?
The source record includes a creation date of June 26, 2020, and an original closing date of August 10, 2020.
What is the CFDA number and program category?
The NOFO is categorized under science and technology and other research and development activities, with CFDA 19.017.
What is the funding opportunity type?
The instrument type is described as a cooperative agreement under a discretionary funding opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with further clarification referenced in the full announcement. This typically indicates that a range of non-federal organizations may apply, depending on the specific eligibility language in the NOFO.
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