Transatlantic Partnership Program

Transatlantic Partnership Program is a grant from the Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Mission to Germany that funds organizations building transatlantic partnerships and alumni engagement through innovative programs aligned with U.S. foreign policy goals.

Through the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs can compete for grants to develop and implement projects promoting shared U.S.-German interests. The program is open to registered nonprofits, think tanks, NGOs, and government educational institutions with a presence in Germany. The application deadline was April 13, 2026.

# Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) # FY26 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund # U.S. Embassy Berlin, Department of State # Opportunity number: DOS-BER-PD-NOFO-FY26-002-AEIF # Application deadline: May 17, 2026 2 A. BASIC INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 2 B.

ELIGIBILITY ............................................................................................................... 4 C. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION ..........................................................................................

5 D. APPLICATION CONTENTS AND FORMAT ............................................................... 6 E.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES .................................................. 12 F. APPLICATION REVIEW INFORMATION ................................................................

15 G. AWARD NOTICES ..................................................................................................... 17 H.

POST-AWARD REQUIREMENTS AND ADMINISTRATION .................................... 18 I. OTHER INFORMATION ............................................................................................

21 3 # U. S Department of State U.S. Embassy Berlin, Public Diplomacy Section # Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title FY2 6 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Funding Opportunity Number DOS -BER -PD -NOFO -FY26 -00 2-AEIF Announcement Type Notice of Funding Opportunity (Initial Announcement) Deadline for Applications May 1 7, 2026, 23:59:59 CET Assistance Listing Number 19.

022 Length of performance period 12 months Number of awards anticipated Maximum of 3 awards and one proposal for an alumni Award amounts Awards for AEIF projects may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $35,000 Awards for Alumni Summits may range up to $40,000 Total available funding TBD Type of Funding FY26 Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs -Overseas Grants.

Overall grant making authority for this program is contained in the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961, Public Law 87-256, as amended, also known as the Fulbright-Hays Act.

Anticipated project start date No sooner than September 1, 2026 Funding Instrument Type: Grants to individuals, grants to organizations, or cooperative agreements Project Performance Period : Proposed projects should be completed in 12 months or less.

The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. This notice is subject to availability of funding.

The Public Diplomacy Section reserves the right to award less or more than the funds described under circumstances deemed to be in the best interest of the U.S. government, pending the availability of funds and approval of the designated grants officer. 4 The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) supports alumni-led projects that advance U.S. policy objectives and amplify the impact of U.S. exchange programs.

AEIF provides funding for alumni to apply skills gained during their exchanges to address community priorities. Projects must promote Freedom 250 and align with priorities such as making the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous, or defending freedom of speech.

Under Goal 1 (AEIF Projects), the program will support alumni-led projects (teams of at least two alumni) that increase the impact of U.S. exchange programs by advancing U.S. policy objectives and promoting shared U.S.–German interests. Proposals from $5,000 to $35,000 must convene alumni networks, strengthen alumni engagement with the U.S. government, or support alumni leadership and community-based initiatives.

Under Goal 2 (Alumni Summits), the program will support U.S. government–funded initiatives of up to $40,000 for single-country projects designed to engage alumni in advancing U.S. policy priorities and Freedom 250 themes. Proposals should demonstrate strong alumni engagement in Germany, include plans for follow-on activities.

Applicants are encouraged to propose projects in areas such as sports diplomacy, science, technology and space cooperation, alumni engagement, and countering anti-Semitism. All projects must include strong U.S. elements, clearly defined German audiences, and measurable outcomes. Please follow all instructions below.

The following organizations and individuals are eligible to apply : Alumni who participated in a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program, such as Beyond Washington, BridgeUSA (J-1 visa holders), Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (Parlamentarisches Patenschafts-Programm), Fulbright, International Visitor Leadership Program, Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative (YTILI), “USA For You,” “Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange,” “Benjamin Franklin Transatlantic Fellowship,” and the German-American Partnership Program (GAPP).

USG-sponsored exchange program alumni associations 5 2. Cost Sharing or Matching Cost sharing or matching is encouraged but not required for this funding opportunity. "Cost sharing" refers to the practice of splitting the costs of a grant program between the U.S. government and the grantee organization or individual.

Applicants are not required to share costs, but a cost share must be identified in the budget proposal if an alumni team wishes to use cost sharing. 3. Other Eligibility Requirements Registration Requirements: All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) issued via SAM.

gov as well as a valid registration in SAM. gov. Please see Section E. 3 for more information.

Individuals are not required to have a UEI or be registered in SAM. gov. The proposed project must involve at least two U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program alumni and needs to specify a team lead. All alumni involved in the project must be identified and verified by the U.S. Mission prior to submission of the project proposal.

Any non-alumni team members need to be included as well. Applications from Alumni Associations will need to specify a team lead. U.S. citizen alumni may be included on alumni teams; however, the team must have at least two non-U.S. citizen exchange program alumni.

U.S. citizen alumni cannot be team leads The proposed project identifies and supports Mission priorities through public-facing activities. Proposed activities must benefit the German public and feature U.S. elements, such as U.S. speakers and facilitators and themes relevant to the transatlantic relationship. 4.

This opportunity will not support: Projects relating to partisan political activity Charitable or development activities, including direct social services such as medical, psychological, and/or humanitarian support Projects that support specific religious activities Lobbying for specific legislation or programs Scientific research or surveys Projects intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the Projects that duplicate existing projects 1.

Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The United States and Germany share a robust transatlantic partnership rooted in shared democratic and rule-of-law traditions, economic cooperation, and enduring people-to-people ties.

As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary (Freedom 250), this program offers a unique opportunity to highlight the depth of U.S.–German cooperation and to engage new Central to these efforts are al umni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, who serve as multipliers of transatlantic cooperation and as catalysts for positive engagement in their communities .

However, to maximize the long-term impact of these investments, continued alumni engagement and the expansion of alumni networks are essential. Best practices from previous projects highlight the importance of sustained engagement, local leadership, and strategic partnerships. Successful initiatives have leveraged alumni expertise, built strong community ties, and incorporated follow-on activities to ensure lasting impact.

Conversely, projects lacking clear objectives, measurable outcomes, or robust follow-up have struggled to achieve meaningful results. Lessons learned underscore the need for well-defined goals, broad-based outreach, and mechanisms for ongoing collaboration .

Building on these experiences, the 2026 AEIF competition in Germany seeks to support innovative, alumni-led projects that promote Freedom 250 and advance U.S. foreign policy priorities.

Applicants may submit proposals under one of the following program goals: Goal 1: Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) Projects This goal will support alumni-led initiatives that strengthen exchange alumni networks, advance U.S. policy objectives, and promote shared U.S.–German interests.

All projects must celebrate and promote Freedom 250 and align with policy goals such as making the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous, or defending freedom of speech. Projects should build or expand alumni networks, enhance alumni engagement with the U.S. government, or support alumni leadership and community-based initiatives. In addition, AEIF projects must address at least one of the following: 1.

Convene alumni from different exchange programs to build or expand collaborative alumni networks and increase regional or global cooperation. 2. Strengthen the relationship between alumni and the U.S. government to address shared 3.

Support alumni leadership development and community-based initiatives with measurable The Embassy seeks innovative programs that highlight transatlantic cooperation through workshops, innovation labs, expert exchanges, or partnerships with U.S. institutions including American universities. Programs may promote leadership, skills building, mentoring, and teamwork through youth engagement or peer-to-peer activities.

Applicants are encouraged to 7 incorporate interactive elements, mentorship, and opportunities for sustained engagement beyond This goal will support U.S. government-led or alumni-driven events designed to engage exchange alumni and strengthen transatlantic collaboration .

For FY2026, Alumni Summits are integrated into the AEIF competition to streamline administration and better align resources with All Alumni Summit proposals must promote Freedom 250 and align with U.S. policy priorities, including defending freedom of speech.

Summits should convene alumni from multiple exchange programs and/or sectors to foster collaboration, exchange best practices, and address shared Competitive proposals will demonstrate strong alumni engagement and include interactive formats such as workshops, panel discussions, networking sessions, and collaborative project development.

Proposals may focus on key themes such as innovation, research security, freedom of speech, AI, or transatlantic relations. The primary beneficiaries of AEIF projects and Alumni Summits are U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni and their communities, as well as members of the general public interested in transatlantic relations and U.S.–German cooperation.

For awards issued as cooperative agreements, the U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) anticipates substantial involvement in the implementation of selected projects. Substantial involvement means that PDS will collaborate with the recipient in specific programmatic elements while the recipient retains primary responsibility for day-to-day project execution and financial management.

U.S. Embassy Roles and Responsibilities The Public Diplomacy Section may: Provide input on program design to ensure alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities. Participate in the selection of key speakers, experts, or exchange participants. Review and approve major public messaging, branding materials, and outreach strategies to ensure compliance with U.S. Department of State guidelines.

Participate in program activities, including serving as speakers or moderators Review and approve final program agendas and major programmatic changes. Recipient Roles and Responsibilities The recipient will be responsible for: 8 Overall program implementation, logistics, and financial management. Recruitment and management of participants in coordination with PDS where required.

Ensuring compliance with all applicable U.S. government regulations and branding Developing and executing the Monitoring and Evaluation Performance Monitoring Plan. Submitting required programmatic and financial reports. Maintaining regular communication with the Grants Officer Representative (GOR).

The degree of substantial involvement will be determined at the time of award and outlined in the # D. APPLICATION CONTENTS AND FORMAT Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.

The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity All documents are in English All budgets are in U.S. dollars All applicant authorized signatures are provided where indicated on the various, required The following documents are required : 1.

Mandatory application forms - SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations) or SF-424-I (Application for Federal Assistance –individuals) at Home | Grants. gov or https://de. usembassy.

gov/pd-grants/ - SF424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs). - SF424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs). The SF-424B is only required for individuals, organizations exempt from registration, and for organizations not required to fully register in SAM.

gov). 2. Proposal (8 pages maximum) The proposal should contain sufficient information so that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do.

You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items below. Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed project, including project objectives and anticipated impact.

Introduction to the Organization or Individual applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous grants from the State Department and/or U.S. government agencies as well as 9 experience with and expertise in areas related to those described in the NOFO.

Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to use the attached Applicant Organization Information Survey form to provide this information (Attachment #8). If the applicant chooses not to use the attached form, all of the requested information from the form will still need to be addressed in the application package.

Problem Statement: Clear, concise and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed and why the proposed program is needed Program Methods, Design, Activities, and Deliverables: The “goals” describe what the program is intended to achieve. The “objectives” refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable.

Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives. Proposed Project Schedule and Timeline: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events.

Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this Project Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees (if applicable). Monitoring & Evaluation Plan : Proposals must include a draft Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP).

The M&E PMP should show how applicants intend to measure and demonstrate progress towards the project’s objectives and goals. Attachment #7 of this funding opportunity contains a template that may be used to fulfill this requirement. While the grantee is free to create their own template, completing Attachment #7 will ensure a thorough PMP.

The key components to the PMP are as follows: Monitoring and Evaluation Narrative : In narrative form, applicants should describe how they intend to monitor and evaluate the activities of their award.

In addition, the applicant should describe any M&E processes, including key personnel, management structure (where M&E fits into the overall program’s staff structure), technology, and as well provide a brief budget narrative explaining any line-item expenditures for M&E listed in the program’s budget.

If the proposal is from a prior grantee, the proposal discusses how the grantee has adapted, improved or otherwise modified their approach based on learning from previous experience. This narrative is limited to two pages.

Theory of Change Diagram: Applicants are expected to submit either a Theory of Change diagram or an If-Then Statement that illustrates how project activities will lead to intended Monitoring and Evaluation Datasheet: The applicant must include their proposed activities and their expected outputs and outcomes as well as the goals and objectives as written in the NOFO.

The datasheet’s purpose is to explicitly illustrate how a project’s 10 activities lead to tangible results (such as increased beneficiary skills, knowledge, or attitudes) that ultimately address a PDS objective. The selected applicant’s M&E PMP is subject to review and approval before any award will be issued under this NOFO.

The selected applicant will be required to work with the Public Diplomacy Section’s Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist to ensure the applicant’s M&E PMP achieves an expected level of expertise and meets PDS objectives. Expenses directly associated with monitoring and evaluation are considered allowable.

The suggested template includes a space to list the portion of the total budget amount directly associated with monitoring and evaluation activities. 3. Budget Justification Narrative • Detailed Budget - Applicants must submit a detailed line-item budget.

Applicants are encouraged to utilize the template provided with the funding opportunity but are not required to do so ( Attachment #6 - Budget Template ). Line-item expenditures should be listed in the greatest possible detail.

The budget must identify the total amount of funding requested, with a breakdown of amounts to be spent in the following budget categories: personnel; fringe benefits; travel; equipment; supplies; consultants/contracts; other direct costs; and indirect costs. See Annex Section I for a description of the types of costs that should be included in each category.

Personnel salaries should include the level of effort and the rate of pay, which should cover the percentage of time each staff member will dedicate to grant-based activities. If an organization is charging an indirect cost rate without a NICRA, it must apply it to the modified total budget costs (MTDC), refer to 2CFR §200. 1 .

Budgets shall be submitted in U.S. dollars and final grant agreements will be conducted in U.S. dollars. • Budget Justification Narrative – Applicants must submit a budget justification narrative to accompany the detailed line-item budget.

The purpose of the budget justification narrative is to supplement the information provided in the detailed budget spreadsheet by justifying how the budget cost elements are necessary to implement project objectives and accomplish the project goals.

The budget justification narrative is a tool to help Embassy staff fully understand the budgetary needs of the applicant and is an opportunity to provide descriptive information about the requested costs beyond the constraints of the budget template.

Together, the detailed budget spreadsheet, the budget justification narrative, and the SF-424A should provide a complete financial and qualitative description that supports the proposed project plan and should be directly relatable to the specific project components described in the applicant’s proposal.

• Awards to Individuals: Please note the following budget guidelines for the Individual ο Salary/Honoraria: Only the award recipient may receive salary/honoraria from this funding mechanism. The Recipient must be the primary point of contact and manage all programmatic activities.

ο Contractual Costs: Additional individuals working on the award are only permissible through contracted services, as long as the services are not related to the core programmatic activities. Expenses for services such as accounting, legal ο Other Direct Costs: Expenses related to securing venues, managing logistics, catering, etc. are allowable.

• Audit Requirements: Please note the audit requirements for Department of State awards in the Standard Terms and Conditions , and 2CFR200, Subpart F – Audit Requirements . The cost of the required audits may be charged either as an allowable direct cost to the award OR included in the organization’s established indirect costs in the award’s detailed budget.

• Visa Fees: Include all visa application and related fees in your budget as applicable. Please note DS-2019s for post-funded programs must be submitted directly by the award recipient. If you anticipate your program will include the DS-2019 visa processing, your organization must be a registered Designated Sponsoring Organization.

For more information go to: https://j1visa. state. gov/sponsors/become-a-sponsor/ • Key Personnel Resumes : A résumé, not to exceed one page in length, must be included for the proposed key staff persons, such as the Project Director and Finance Officer, as well as any speakers or trainers (if applicable).

If an individual for this type of position has not been identified, the applicant may submit a 1-page position description, identifying the qualifications and skills required for that position, in lieu of a résumé. • Letters of support from program partners: Letters of support should be included for sub- recipients or other partners.

The letters must identify the type of relationship to be entered into (formal or informal), the roles and responsibilities of each partner in relation to the proposed project activities, and the expected result of the partnership. The individual letters cannot exceed 1 page in length.

• Indirect Costs : If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, your latest NICRA should be included in the application submission.

• Proof of Non-profit Status: Documentation to demonstrate the applicant’s non-profit status (e.g., U.S.-based organizations should submit a copy of their 501(c)(3) Internal Revenue Service determination letter, and non-U.S. organizations should provide evidence of non-profit status issued by a government entity). 12 • Proof of Registration: A copy of the organization’s registration should be provided with the proposal application.

U.S.-based organizations should submit a copy of their IRS determination letter. Germany-based organizations should submit a copy of their certificate of registration from the appropriate government organization. Other items NOT required/requested with the application submission, but which may be requested if your application is approved to move forward in the review process include: a.

Copies of an organization or program audit within the last two (2) years b. Copies of relevant human resources, financial, or procurement policies c. Copies of other relevant organizational policies or documentation that would help the Department determine your organization’s capacity to manage a federal grant award d.

Documentation that demonstrates the recipients’ plan and/or policy to safeguard PII of participants and beneficiaries. It is the responsibility of the recipient to ensure protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and safeguard PII when collecting, maintaining, using and disseminating such information e.

Information to determine what financial controls and standard operating procedures an organization uses to procure goods and services, hire staff and track time and attendance, pay for grant-related travel, and identify other financial transactions that may be necessary to undertake the project activities f. The Embassy reserves the right to request any additional programmatic and/or financial information regarding the proposal. # E.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES 1. Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available at: de. usembassy.

gov/pd-grants. 2. Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: PD Grants Navigator Question Deadline: For questions on this solicitation, please contact Questions must be received on or before 04/29/2026, at 23:59:59 CET.

Applicants should not expect an email response to questions, as questions received before the deadline will be answered in a question-and-answer document and posted at http://www. grants. gov and https://de.

usembassy. gov/pd-grants/ 3. Unique entity identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.

gov) 13 Required Registration: All organizations, whether based in the United States or in another country, must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active registration in SAM. gov. A UEI is one of the data elements mandated by Public Law 109-282, the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), for all Federal awards.

An applicant must maintain an active registration while it has a proposal under review by the Department and must continue to keep the registration active for the entire duration of the period of performance of any Federal award that results from this NOFO. The 2 CFR 200 also requires subrecipients to obtain a UEI.

Please note the UEI for subrecipients is not required at the time of application but will be required before an award is processed and/or directed to a subrecipient. Note: The process of obtaining or renewing a SAM. gov registration may take anywhere from 4-8 weeks.

Please begin your registration as early as possible. • Organizations based in the United States or that pay employees within the United States will need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and a UEI prior to registering in SAM.

gov. • Organizations based outside of the United States and that do not pay employees within the United States do not need an EIN from the IRS but do need a UEI prior to registering in SAM.

gov. • Organizations based outside of the United States that do not intend to apply for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) awards are no longer required to have a NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) code to apply for non-DoD foreign wishes to remove an NCAGE code from their SAM. gov registration, the applicant should submit a help desk ticket (“incident”) with the Federal Service Desk (FSD) online at www. fsd.

gov using the following language: “I do not intend to seek financial assistance from the Department of Defense. I do not wish to obtain an NCAGE code. I understand that I will need to submit my registration after this incident is resolved in order to have my registration activated.

” Organizations based outside of the United States and that DO NOT plan to do business with the DoD should follow the below instructions: • Step 1: Proceed to SAM. gov to obtain a UEI and complete the SAM. gov registration process.

SAM. gov registration must be renewed annually. An exemption from the UEI and sam.

gov registration requirements may be permitted on a case- by-case basis. See 2 CFR 25. 110 for a full list of exemptions.

Organizations requesting exemption from UEI or SAM. gov requirements must email the point of contact listed in the NOFO at least two weeks prior to the deadline in the NOFO providing a 14 justification of their request. Approval for a SAM.

gov exemption must come from the warranted Grants Officer before the application can be deemed eligible for review. Please note : Any applicant with an exclusion in the System for Award Management (SAM) is not eligible to apply for an assistance award in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR, 1986 Comp. , p.

189) and 12689 (3 CFR, 1989 Comp. , p. 235), “Debarment and Suspension.

” 4. Submission Dates and Times Submission Deadline: All applications must be received by May 1, 2026 at 23:59:59 CET. For the purposes of determining if an award is submitted on time, PDS will utilize the timestamp provided by Grants.

gov. This deadline is firm and is not a rolling deadline. If organizations fail to meet the deadline noted above their application will be considered ineligible and will not be Applications may be submitted for consideration at any time before the closing date of 05/01/2026 . No applications will be accepted after that date.

Submission Method A : Submitting all application materials directly to the following email address: berlinpdnofodl@state. gov . Applicants opting to submit applications via email to berlinpdnofodl@state.

gov must include the Funding Opportunity Title and Funding Opportunity Number in the subject line of the email. Submission Method B : Submitting all application materials through Grants. gov. For those opting to apply through Grants.

gov, thorough instructions on the application process are available at http://www. grants. gov .

For questions relating to Grants. gov, please call the Grants. gov Contact Center at 1-800-518-4726 or go to https://www.

grants. gov/support. html .

Please note that berlinpdnofodl@state. gov is unable to assist with technical questions or problems applicants experience with Grants. gov. i.

Funding Restrictions for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA): None of the funds awarded resulting from this Notice of Funding Opportunity may be made available for subawards, direct financial support, or otherwise used to provide any payment or transfer to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). ii.

Certification Regarding Compliance with Applicable Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws” If the place of performance or delivery of any award made under this NOFO will be within the United States, applicants are advised that they will be required to certify the following a.

Its compliance in all respects with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws is material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of section 3729(b)(4) of title 31, United States Code and; 15 b. It does not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws.

A program promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion means a program whose purpose is to promote preferences based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origins, such as in iii.

Certification of Trafficking in Persons Compliance and Compliance Plan: Applicants are advised that they will be required to certify the following at the time of award for awards where the estimated value of services to be performed outside the United States exceeds a.

To the best of the Recipient’s knowledge, neither the Recipient, nor any subrecipient, contractor, or subcontractor of the Recipient or any agent of the recipient or of such a subrecipient, contractor, or subcontractor, is engaged in any of the activities described in 2 CFR 175. 105(a); b.

The recipient has implemented a Trafficking in Persons compliance plan to prevent activities described in 2 CFR 175(a) and is compliant with this plan; and the compliance plan must follow the minimum requirements described in 2 CFR c. That the Recipient has and will implement procedures to prevent activities described in 2 CFR 175.

105(a) and to monitor, detect, and terminate any subrecipient, contractor, subcontractor, or employee of the recipient engaging in Recipients do not need to submit a copy of the plan. However, they must provide it to the Grants Officer upon request, and as appropriate, must post the useful and relevant contents of the plan or related materials on its website and at the workplace.

Recipients must re- certify on an annual basis for the entire award period of performance. iv.

Prohibition on Unmanned Aircraft Systems Manufactured or Assembled by American Security Drone Act-Covered Foreign Entities American Security Drone Act-covered foreign entity means an entity included on a list developed and maintained by the Federal Acquisition Security Council (FASC) and published in the System for Award Management (SAM) at FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft system means an unmanned aircraft system manufactured or assembled by an American Security Drone Act-covered foreign entity.

Unmanned aircraft means an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft . Unmanned aircraft system means an unmanned aircraft and associated elements (including communication links and the components that control the unmanned 16 aircraft) that are required for the operator to operate safely and efficiently in the national airspace system. (b) Prohibition.

Recipients of funding under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (including subawards and subcontracts issued by the recipient) will be prohibited from: delivering any FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft system, which includes unmanned aircraft (i.e., drones) and associated elements; Operating a FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft system in the performance of the award; and Using Federal funds for the purchase or operation of a FASC-prohibited unmanned aircraft system .

(c) Exemptions, exceptions, and waivers. The prohibitions described above will not apply if the agency determines that an exemption, exception, or waiver applies and the award indicates that such a determination has been made. [See sections 1823 through 1825 and 1832 of Public Law 118-31 ( 41 U.S.C.

3901 note prec.) for statutory requirements pertaining to exemptions, exceptions, and waivers.] v.

Pre-Award Costs: Pre-award costs are not an allowable expense for this funding vi. Construction: Any award made as a result of this NOFO will not allow for construction vii. Direct Social Services: Costs that cover and provide direct social services, such as welfare, charity, health or economic relief, are unallowable.

Medical assistance, such as costs to include medical professionals, including but not limited to doctors, nurses, and psychiatrists to participate in the project activities are not allowed. Applicants must acquire all required registrations and rights in the United States and Germany. All intellectual property considerations and rights must be fully met in the United States and Germany.

Any sub-recipient organization must also