EnEnhancing Indonesia’s Cyber-Enabled WMD Investigations Capability | SFOP0007999

Opportunity Information: Apply for SFOP0007999

The grant opportunity titled "EnEnhancing Indonesia's Cyber-Enabled WMD Investigations Capability" (Funding Opportunity Number SFOP0007999) is a U.S. Department of State initiative administered through the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation, specifically its Office focused on Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism (ISN/WMDT). The core aim is to strengthen Indonesia's whole-of-government ability to run cyber-enabled investigations that can surface early warning signs of potential terrorist plots involving weapons of mass destruction. In practical terms, the opportunity is centered on improving technical skills, investigative methods, and interagency coordination so Indonesian stakeholders can identify and interpret online indicators tied to WMD-related threats.

A key emphasis of the program is building investigative capacity across a broad range of online environments. This includes training and support related to open-source intelligence collection and analysis, the use of social media for investigative leads, and the ability to conduct investigations in darker or more obscured parts of the internet often referred to as the dark web. The intent is not just general cyber skills, but targeted investigative competence focused on detecting signals that may point to illicit procurement, coordination, financing, recruitment, intent, or operational planning connected to WMD terrorism. The "whole-of-government" framing indicates the Department of State is seeking outcomes that improve how relevant Indonesian agencies collaborate, share information, and conduct coordinated investigative work rather than operating in isolated silos.

This funding is offered as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. government anticipates being closely engaged in how the project is designed and carried out. The notice explicitly states that ISN/WMDT expects to be substantially involved in planning and execution, including traveling to participate in project planning, development meetings, and implementation activities. That level of involvement suggests the awardee should be prepared for ongoing coordination with U.S. government counterparts, iterative project refinement, and frequent engagement to ensure activities align with the program's counter-WMD terrorism objectives.

Administratively, the opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding and falls under a regional development activity category, with CFDA number 19.901. The award ceiling listed is $350,000, setting the maximum amount available per award under this notice. The listing shows "ExpectedAwards: 0," which can sometimes reflect internal posting conventions or uncertainty at the time of publication rather than a definitive statement that no awards will be made. The opportunity was created on April 9, 2021, with an original closing date of June 1, 2021, meaning it was time-limited and likely required applicants to submit proposals within that window.

Eligibility is limited to for-profit organizations other than small businesses. That narrows the applicant pool to larger commercial entities with relevant expertise, such as firms specializing in cyber investigations, online threat intelligence, digital forensics, training and capacity-building, investigative analytics, or related technical assistance. Overall, the program is designed to produce concrete investigative improvements in Indonesia's ability to detect and disrupt potential WMD terrorism activity by leveraging online investigative tools, platforms, and techniques, while working in close partnership with ISN/WMDT throughout the project lifecycle.

• The Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation in the regional development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "EnEnhancing Indonesia’s Cyber-Enabled WMD Investigations Capability" and is now available to receive applicants.
• Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.901.
• This funding opportunity was created on Apr 09, 2021.
• Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 01, 2021. (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 $350,000.00 in funding.
• Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses.

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