Ukraine Critical Minerals Investments

Background
The United States Government (USG), represented by the Department of State’s Office of the Coordinator of U.S. Assistance to Europe, Eurasia, and Central Asia (EUR/ACE), is initiating an initiative aimed at promoting U.S. engagement and investment in the critical minerals sector in Ukraine. This initiative aligns with the goals of the U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund and seeks to enhance U.S. supply chain resilience, business opportunities, and economic partnerships with Ukraine.

Ukraine possesses significant reserves of critical minerals essential for modern technologies and renewable energy systems, positioning it as a strategic partner for diversifying critical mineral supply chains.

Grant Details
The RFI seeks input from interested parties on various aspects related to the development of Ukraine's critical minerals sector. Key tasks include:
- Diversifying critical minerals supply chains for the United States;
- Increasing U.S. private sector engagement in Ukraine’s mining sector;
- Identifying high-potential projects;
- Supporting modern geological surveys;
- Advancing legislative and regulatory measures;
- Enhancing infrastructure related to critical minerals;
- Coordinating efforts with other USG initiatives.

Eligibility Requirements
This RFI is open to all interested companies, organizations, individuals, and potential offerors who can provide comments, input, opinions, and recommendations regarding the initiative.

Period of Performance
The RFI was issued on December 11, 2025, with responses due by January 15, 2025.

Grant Value
The document does not specify a total value for grants or individual awards as this is a Request for Information rather than a funding opportunity.

Place of Performance
The initiative will be focused on Ukraine.