Call for Initial Proposals: Indo-Pacific Aviation Infrastructure

The U.S. Trade and Development Agency is the U.S. government’s first mover on critical infrastructure development in emerging markets, advancing the shared strategic priorities of the United States and our overseas partners while creating opportunities to deploy trusted U.S. solutions. USTDA funds the upfront technical work that accelerates the development of infrastructure projects, including feasibility studies, technical assistance and pilot projects. These tools help projects attract the financing they need for implementation and procurement of U.S. goods and services. USTDA also hosts activities including reverse trade missions and industry events that promote infrastructure partnerships with the United States.

Background

USTDA seeks proposals for priority aviation infrastructure development projects in the Indo-Pacific region’s emerging economies. The Agency will consider a full range of project opportunities in the sector including aviation safety and security, dual-use airport development, aviation standards, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and counter-UAS solutions, and other aviation projects that advance the shared strategic priorities of the United States and its overseas partners. USTDA accepts proposals from U.S. firms and public and private sector project sponsors from the Indo-Pacific region.

Deadline

The deadline for submitting initial proposals to USTDA is March 2, 2026, at 5 p.m. EST.

Eligibility Criteria

Please review USTDA’s Eligibility Checklist before submitting your initial proposal.

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First Name

Last Name

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Organization

Email address

Website

Company type

U.S. CompanyOverseas Project Sponsor

Project Title

Project Country

Project City

Project Overview:Please provide a high-level overview of the project. (Min. 150 - Max. 500 characters)

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Donor InterestPlease identify any overseas donors and U.S. government agencies that have expressed an interest in supporting the project. (Max. 250 characters)

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Likely Sources of Implementation Financing:Please estimate the total capital requirements for the project and known financing options for implementation. (Max. 250 characters)

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Likely U.S. Exports:Please describe the project's potential to generate significant exports of U.S. goods and services. What key U.S. technologies would be deployed for its implementation? (Max. 250 characters)

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Host Country Priority and BenefitsPlease describe the host country’s commitment to the project, as well as the project's potential to generate positive outcomes for the host country. (Max. 250 characters)

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Project RisksPlease describe the key risks and challenges that may interfere with the project’s implementation. (Max. 250 characters)

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Acknowledge

USTDA's mission involves promoting American exports. The Agency is committed to assist in the protection of project developers’ intellectual property, and any project proposals submitted to USTDA are protected from improper disclosure under U.S. law. Please note that proposals submitted by different developers may contain ideas for similar projects, and USTDA reserves the right to select proposals for further consideration without regard to potential competition or conflict with other similar project proposals.

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