Reel American: The Road to the Olympic Rings

The U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Embassy in Amman is soliciting proposals under solicitation number PAS-JOR-FY26-004 for the Reel American: The Road to the Olympic Rings program, a 21-month public diplomacy initiative running from October 2026 through July 2028. The program aims to engage 1,000 youth aged 16 to 25 through monthly screenings of classic American sports films, fostering deeper appreciation for U.S. values such as teamwork, perseverance, and competitive excellence while building excitement for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles. This effort directly supports U.S. foreign policy objectives by highlighting American capabilities in hosting global events and reinforcing the nation’s legacy in sports. Proposals must be submitted exclusively via email to [email hidden] by August 31, 2026, and must adhere to strict formatting requirements including a 10-page narrative, completed SF-424 series forms, and specific character limits for key sections. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov with a valid UEI, and organizations must provide proof of non-profit status or equivalent legal standing under local law. The estimated award value is $140,372.93, covering personnel, fringe benefits, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services, indirect costs, and other direct expenses, with a maximum indirect cost rate of 13.75%. Key personnel must be identified with submitted resumes or position descriptions not exceeding one page each, and letters of support from partners are required. Proposals will be evaluated based on sustainability and risk assessment, with financial stability, management systems, past performance, audit history, and operational capacity factored into risk ratings; a “High Risk” designation may trigger additional oversight. The award is subject to federal compliance standards including 2 CFR 200, anti-trafficking requirements for awards exceeding $500,000, drug-free workplace rules, and prohibitions on construction, direct social services, and unapproved use of unmanned aircraft systems. All intellectual property developed under the award must be disclosed, and equipment purchased under the grant must be inventoried using SF-428. The U.S. Government retains the right to terminate the award for national interest reasons and may withhold up to 10% of funds until deliverables are reviewed and accepted. Payment methods, contracting officer roles, and specific accounting