Securing Convictions from Vetted and Special Unit Operations
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Securing Convictions from Vetted and Special Unit Operations: The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project that advances U.S. national interests by improving the effectiveness of Mexican frontline law enforcement and prosecutors, particularly those working with U.S.-supported vetted and special units. This initiative directly supports the security of the United States by addressing critical gaps in evidence handling, report writing, and legal interoperability—key areas that impact the legality, quality, and success of detentions, seizures, and prosecutions. Through targeted training and capacity building, this project will prepare Mexican law enforcement and prosecutorial teams to conduct operations that meet legal standards, ensuring that arrests and evidence collection result in successful prosecutions. By fostering stronger collaboration and legal alignment between law enforcement and prosecutorial efforts, the project will enhance Mexico’s ability to combat cartel-related crime, reduce impunity, and disrupt transnational criminal networks that threaten U.S. and regional security. This effort reflects the America First commitment to strategic partnerships that deliver concrete results for the American people while advancing mutual security interests with Mexico.
| Federal Grant Title: | Securing Convictions from Vetted and Special Unit Operations |
| Federal Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Mexico (DOS-MEX) |
| Grant Categories: | Law, Justice and Legal Services |
| Type of Opportunity: | Discretionary |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | OFOP0002421 |
| Type of Funding: | Cooperative Agreement |
| CFDA Numbers: | 19.703 |
| CFDA Descriptions: | Information not provided |
| Current Application Deadline: | March 13th, 2026 |
| Original Application Deadline: | March 13th, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | January 12th, 2026 |
| Creation Date: | January 12th, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | May 15th, 2026 |
| Total Program Funding: | |
| Maximum Federal Grant Award: | $1,500,000 |
| Minimum Federal Grant Award: | $1,000,000 |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Cost Sharing or Matching: | No |
| Last Updated: | January 12th, 2026 |
- Applicants Eligible for this Grant
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification.)
- Additional Information on Eligibility
- •U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); •U.S.-based educational institutions subject to section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. tax code or section 26 US 115 of the U.S. tax code; •Mexico-based non-profits/non-governmental organizations (NGOs); •Mexico-based educational institutions
- Link to Full Grant Announcement
- Link to Opportunity in MyGrants
- Grant Announcement Contact
- Najar Starr
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