Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0004951
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) announced a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Myanmar and Thailand Law Enforcement Forensic Capacity Assessment and Training" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0004951). The program falls under the Law, Justice, and Legal Services activity area (CFDA 19.705) and is designed to support a single project focused on strengthening the operational capacity of law enforcement forensic laboratories in Myanmar and Thailand through targeted assessment and training efforts.
At a high level, the purpose of the grant is to improve forensic laboratory capability in the two countries by identifying gaps and delivering practical capacity-building support. The project description indicates two core components: an assessment of existing forensic capacity and training intended to address identified needs. While the source summary does not list specific forensic disciplines, the title and description suggest a focus on improving laboratory performance and law enforcement forensic services in ways that can support investigations and justice-sector outcomes.
The funding instrument is a grant, with an anticipated total award ceiling of up to USD 500,000. The opportunity projected one award, meaning the agency expected to select a single recipient to implement the full scope of work. The opportunity was created on April 16, 2018, with an original application closing date of May 16, 2018, indicating a one-month application window.
Eligibility is noted as "Others" with further clarification referenced in an "Additional Information on Eligibility" field (not included in the source excerpt). In practical terms, that label typically signals that eligibility may extend beyond standard categories and requires applicants to consult the full notice for the specific organizations permitted to apply.
In short, this opportunity provided up to half a million dollars for one grantee to conduct a forensic capacity assessment and deliver training aimed at bolstering the capabilities of law enforcement forensic laboratories in Myanmar and Thailand under INL's broader rule-of-law and justice-sector assistance mandate.Apply for SFOP0004951
- The Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement in the law, justice and legal services sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Myanmar and Thailand Law Enforcement Forensic Capacity Assessment and Training" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.705.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 16, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 16, 2018. (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 $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- 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 name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Myanmar and Thailand Law Enforcement Forensic Capacity Assessment and Training."
Which U.S. government office is offering this grant?
The grant was announced by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0004951.
What activity area does this program fall under?
The program is listed under the Law, Justice, and Legal Services activity area.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.705.
What is the main purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to strengthen the operational capacity of law enforcement forensic laboratories in Myanmar and Thailand by identifying capability gaps and providing targeted training to address identified needs.
What countries are the focus of the project?
The project is focused on Myanmar and Thailand.
What types of organizations or entities are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as "Others." Additional eligibility details are referenced as being provided in an "Additional Information on Eligibility" field, which is not included in the provided summary. Applicants would typically need to consult the full notice to confirm which organizations are permitted to apply.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
How much funding is available?
The anticipated total award ceiling is up to USD 500,000.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The opportunity projected one award, meaning a single recipient was expected to be selected to implement the full scope of work.
What is the overall approach or structure of the project described?
The project description includes two core components: (1) an assessment of existing forensic capacity and (2) training intended to address needs identified through that assessment.
Does the summary specify which forensic disciplines or technical areas will be covered?
No. The provided summary does not list specific forensic disciplines. It indicates a general focus on improving forensic laboratory capability and performance through assessment and practical capacity-building training.
What outcomes is the program intended to support?
The program is intended to improve laboratory performance and law enforcement forensic services in ways that can support investigations and justice-sector outcomes.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on April 16, 2018.
What was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date was May 16, 2018.
How long was the application window based on the provided dates?
Based on the creation date (April 16, 2018) and the closing date (May 16, 2018), the application window was approximately one month.
Is this opportunity focused on one project or multiple projects?
This opportunity was designed to support a single project, implemented by one selected grantee.
What is the high-level scope of work expected of the grantee?
The selected grantee would be expected to conduct an assessment of existing forensic laboratory capacity in Myanmar and Thailand and then deliver training designed to address gaps identified through that assessment.
What is the broader policy or assistance context for this opportunity?
The opportunity is described as being under INL's broader rule-of-law and justice-sector assistance mandate, with a focus on strengthening forensic laboratory operational capacity as part of law enforcement and justice support.
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