Countering Foreign Terrorist Organization Use of Illicit Mining

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism is soliciting proposals for an initiative aimed at countering the exploitation of illicit mining activities by violent foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs). This effort emphasizes examining the interconnected roles of FTOs and transnational criminal organizations in illicit mining operations. Proposals are expected to adopt a comprehensive approach by involving a range of stakeholders, including civilian law enforcement agencies, mining sector regulators, judicial authorities such as judges and prosecutors, and civil society groups where relevant. This initiative seeks to enhance cooperation across multiple sectors to disrupt the financial and operational networks that link terrorist groups to illicit mining. The solicitation invites competitive proposals until July 15, 2026, and does not specify any set-aside categories or particular NAICS codes. The effort is federally managed through the Bureau of Counterterrorism within the Department of State, with contact information provided for further inquiries. The location for performance and additional details are not explicitly specified.