[Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ilab)

September 16, 2025 (Forecasted)

$10,000,000 total for one four-year cooperative agreement

Supports a technical assistance project to address unfair labor practices in Mexico that disadvantage American workers and businesses.

This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not yet being accepted.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, issued by the Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) at the U.S. Department of Labor, will support a single, four-year cooperative agreement with a total value of $10 million. The project aims to address unfair labor practices in Mexico that distort competition and negatively impact American workers and businesses. The initiative will engage state labor authorities, the private sector, and worker organizations in three Mexican states with priority trade sectors. The overarching goal is to increase labor law compliance and enforcement in these regions. --- ## Due Dates - Estimated application due date: September 16, 2025 (applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 pm Eastern Time) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding available: $10,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Award type: Cooperative agreement - Project duration: 4 years - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants include: - Commercial organizations - International organizations - Educational institutions - Non-profit organizations (including faith-based and community-based organizations) - Public international organizations (PIOs) --- ## Application Process - This is a forecasted opportunity; applications are not currently being accepted. - Interested parties are encouraged to subscribe for updates via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360092). - When the FOA is published, detailed application instructions will be provided on the program page and Grants.gov. --- ## Additional Information - The project is designed to support the enforcement of labor laws in Mexico in sectors relevant to U.S. trade interests. - Questions about this opportunity may be submitted to the contact below, but information may be limited until the full FOA is released. - The opportunity is subject to the availability of federal funds. --- ## External Links - [ILAB program page](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ilab) - [Grants.gov opportunity listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360092) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Notes | |------------------|-----------------------------|----------------------------| | Sue Levenstein | [OGM_ILAB@dol.gov](mailto:OGM_ILAB@dol.gov) | Limited info available until FOA is released | ---

Leveling the Field for American Workers in US-Mexico Trade

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