Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia
Limited submission
This grant supports private-sector investment and international-standard processing in Tunisia’s phosphate sector to boost trade, economic growth, and secure U.S. critical minerals supply chains.
Funder: Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Due Dates: August 18, 2026 (Q&A/FAQ deadline) | September 2, 2026 (Full application due in MyGrants by 11:59 PM ET) | September 3, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000,000–$1,536,507 per award (18–24 months); one award anticipated
Summary: Supports U.S. and U.S.-aligned organizations to catalyze private-sector investment in Tunisian phosphate development, optimize mineral processing, and strengthen U.S.-Tunisian mineral trade and supply chains.
Key Information: Applicants may form consortia; cost share is encouraged but not required.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA) in partnership with U.S. Embassy Tunis, aims to safeguard U.S. critical minerals supply chains through commercial diplomacy in Tunisia’s phosphate sector. The program will support transparent, private-sector-led investment in phosphate development, optimize mineral processing to international standards, and build trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia. The initiative is designed to mobilize U.S. private capital, embed U.S. technical standards, and facilitate long-term supply chain agreements, simultaneously advancing Tunisia’s economic development and U.S. strategic interests.
