Advancing Civilian Nuclear Power in Turkiye
This grant funds projects to support safe, secure, and nonproliferative civilian nuclear power development in Turkiye, especially regarding non-U.S. reactors and supply chains.
Funder: Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation
Due Dates: July 23, 2026: Full application submission deadline | July 23, 2026: U.S. Federal Government Entities (email submission)
Funding Amounts: Estimated funding: $750,000 (preferred); maximum award: $1,640,100; period of performance up to 36 months; 1 anticipated award.
Summary: Supports projects advancing nuclear security, safety, and nonproliferation through U.S.-Türkiye civil nuclear energy cooperation, especially regarding regulatory best practices and financing options.
Key Information: Proposals exceeding $1,640,100 will be disqualified; proposals below $750,000 are strongly preferred.
Description
The Bureau of Arms Control and Nonproliferation’s Office of the Nonproliferation and Disarmament Fund (ACN/NDF) invites proposals for cooperative projects that foster U.S.-Türkiye collaboration in the development, procurement, deployment, and operation of civil nuclear energy infrastructure. The program aims to counter proliferation and security risks associated with Türkiye’s selection of non-U.S. reactors and supply chains, and to address potential Turkish interest in nuclear partnerships with non-U.S. companies. Projects should focus on two main lines of effort: (1) facilitating exchanges on civil nuclear regulatory and licensing best practices, and (2) developing and advising on civil nuclear financing options. Applicants are encouraged to propose comprehensive, adaptable activities that directly support Türkiye’s nuclear energy program objectives and strengthen nonproliferation outcomes.
