Countering Iran and its Proxies through Enhanced Counterterrorist Financing in Iraq

The Bureau of Counterterrorism within the Department of State is seeking proposals to enhance Iraq’s ability to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism through targeted training and technical assistance. This initiative aims to disrupt the financial networks of Iran and its proxy groups, as well as other U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organizations, that use Iraq’s financial system to fund activities threatening U.S. facilities, personnel, and regional interests. The program is designed to deliver measurable outcomes that protect American national security and provide tangible returns for U.S. taxpayers by strengthening Iraq’s legal, regulatory, and operational frameworks to detect, investigate, and prevent illicit financial flows. Funding is being offered under solicitation number DFOP0018732, with responses due by July 17, 2026. The effort falls under NAICS code 611430 and is open to federal and eligible organizations capable of delivering specialized counterterrorist financing support in Iraq. The Point of Contact for inquiries is the Bureau of Counterterrorism, reachable by phone at 7035161684. While the physical location of performance is not specified, the work must directly benefit Iraq’s AML/CFT capacity with clear alignment to U.S. strategic priorities in the region.