Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0009898
The Global Cyber and Digital Policy Training opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0009898) is a U.S. Department of State grant competition run by the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP) to support hands-on, in-person training that strengthens responsible cybersecurity and digital policy capacity around the world. Through this program, CDP is looking to partner with one capable organization that can both design the curriculum and deliver the training to international participants who play important roles in shaping cyber and digital policy in their own countries or within regional and multilateral institutions. The overall goal is practical capacity building that helps countries develop and implement sound, responsible approaches to cybersecurity and broader digital policy challenges.
The program is structured as a cooperative agreement, which generally means the Department of State expects close coordination with the awardee during implementation (for example, collaboration on plans, priorities, deliverables, and how trainings are executed). The training is described as specialized and technical, and it is intended primarily for government officials from developing countries, though it is not strictly limited to government personnel. Participants are expected to be key stakeholders in their national or institutional cyber and digital policy ecosystems, suggesting the trainings are meant to reach decision-makers and practitioners who can take what they learn and apply it directly within government agencies, policy bodies, and international forums.
A notable feature of the opportunity is that trainings are planned to occur both in the United States and in other countries, implying a mix of U.S.-based sessions and overseas engagements depending on the training design, participant needs, and logistical considerations. Although the program is global in scope and aimed at developing country participants from every region, the announcement makes clear that part of the funding is specifically set aside for trainings that benefit the Africa region. That set-aside signals an explicit geographic priority within the broader worldwide program.
From a funding standpoint, the award ceiling is $2.6 million, and CDP anticipates making one award. The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and listed under CFDA 19.665. The original posting date was June 15, 2023, with an original application deadline of August 4, 2023. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement, indicating that a range of organization types may be able to apply, depending on the specific eligibility language in the notice.Apply for SFOP0009898
- The Department of State, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Global Cyber and Digital Policy Training" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.665.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 15, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 04, 2023. (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 $2,600,000.00 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 Global Cyber and Digital Policy Training opportunity?
The Global Cyber and Digital Policy Training opportunity is a U.S. Department of State grant competition run by the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP). It supports hands-on, in-person training designed to strengthen responsible cybersecurity and digital policy capacity worldwide.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is SFOP0009898.
Which U.S. government office is running this competition?
The competition is run by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy (CDP).
What is the main goal of the program?
The overall goal is practical capacity building that helps countries develop and implement sound, responsible approaches to cybersecurity and broader digital policy challenges.
What type of award is this (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
The program is structured as a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this award is a cooperative agreement?
Based on the description provided, a cooperative agreement means the Department of State expects close coordination with the awardee during implementation, such as collaboration on plans, priorities, deliverables, and how trainings are executed.
How many awards does CDP expect to make?
CDP anticipates making one award.
What is the maximum (ceiling) funding amount for this opportunity?
The award ceiling is $2.6 million.
What kind of activities will the award support?
The award is intended to support hands-on, in-person training that is described as specialized and technical, focused on cybersecurity and broader digital policy capacity building.
Who is CDP looking to partner with under this opportunity?
CDP is looking to partner with one capable organization that can both design the curriculum and deliver the training.
Who are the intended training participants?
The training is intended primarily for government officials from developing countries, though it is not strictly limited to government personnel.
Are participants required to be government officials?
No. The training is intended primarily for government officials from developing countries, but it is not strictly limited to government personnel.
What types of roles are participants expected to have?
Participants are expected to be key stakeholders in their national or institutional cyber and digital policy ecosystems, including individuals who play important roles in shaping cyber and digital policy in their countries or within regional and multilateral institutions.
Where will the trainings take place?
Trainings are planned to occur both in the United States and in other countries, implying a mix of U.S.-based sessions and overseas engagements.
Is the program global or focused on a particular region?
The program is global in scope and aimed at developing country participants from every region, but the announcement specifies that part of the funding is set aside for trainings that benefit the Africa region.
What does the Africa set-aside mean in practice?
Based on the information provided, it means that within the broader global program, part of the funding is specifically reserved for trainings that benefit the Africa region, signaling an explicit geographic priority.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.665.
Is this a discretionary funding opportunity?
Yes. The opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.
When was the opportunity originally posted?
The original posting date was June 15, 2023.
What was the original application deadline?
The original application deadline was August 4, 2023.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement. This suggests a range of organization types may be able to apply depending on the specific eligibility language in the notice.
Does the opportunity specify exact eligible organization types?
Not in the summary provided. It states "Others" and indicates that additional eligibility details are contained in the full announcement.
What is the expected training format?
The training is described as hands-on and in-person, and also described as specialized and technical.
Is curriculum development included in the scope?
Yes. CDP is seeking a partner organization that can design the curriculum and deliver the training.
What is the intended outcome of training decision-makers and stakeholders?
The trainings are intended to reach decision-makers and practitioners who can apply what they learn directly within government agencies, policy bodies, and international forums.
Will the Department of State be involved after the award is made?
Yes. Because it is a cooperative agreement, the Department of State expects close coordination during implementation, including collaboration on plans, priorities, deliverables, and execution of trainings.
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