to be located in a state of the former Soviet Union;

which involves dismantlement, destruction, or storage facilities, or construction of a facility; and

with respect to which the total contribution by the Department of Defense is expected to exceed $50,000,000.

develop, in cooperation with representatives from governments of states participating in the project, a list of those steps or activities critical to achieving the disarmament or nonproliferation goals of the project;

establish a schedule for completing those steps or activities;

meet with all participants to seek assurances that those steps or activities are being completed on schedule; and

suspend the participation of the United States in a project when a participant other than the United States fails to complete a scheduled step or activity on time, unless the Secretary of Defense directs the on-site manager to resume the participation of the United States.

Identification and acquisition of permits (as defined in section 3733 of this title).

Verification that the items, substances, or capabilities to be dismantled, secured, or otherwise modified are available for dismantlement, securing, or modification.

Timely provision of financial, personnel, management, transportation, and other resources.