Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia
Limited submission
This grant supports private-sector phosphate investment, improves mineral processing, and boosts trade ties to strengthen Tunisia’s role in secure U.S. critical minerals supply chains.
Funder: Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Due Dates: August 17, 2026 (Information session RSVP) | August 18, 2026 (FAQ/questions deadline) | September 2, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000,000–$1,536,511 for an 18–24 month project; one award expected.
Summary: Supports private-sector-led investment in Tunisia’s phosphate sector to advance U.S. critical minerals supply chain security and Tunisian economic development.
Key Information: Application via MyGrants required; registration and SAM.gov UEI mandatory.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (U.S. Department of State) in partnership with U.S. Embassy Tunis, seeks proposals for a commercial diplomacy initiative focused on Tunisia’s phosphate sector. The program aims to mobilize over $100 million in U.S. private capital, secure a significant American equity stake in PhosCo Ltd’s phosphate development, generate U.S. equipment exports, and strengthen trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia. The ultimate goal is to advance both U.S. supply chain security for critical minerals and Tunisia’s economic growth by supporting transparent, high-standard, private-sector investment, and optimizing downstream mineral processing to international standards.
Projects should demonstrate clear strategies for leveraging U.S. commercial engagement, catalyzing private capital, embedding U.S. technical standards, and facilitating long-term, mutually beneficial supply chain relationships.
