Opportunity Information: Apply for DE FOA 0001252
Apply for DE FOA 0001252
- The National Energy Technology Laboratory in the energy science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Academic Collaboration for Cybersecurity of Energy Delivery Systems Research and Development for the Energy Sector" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 81.122 Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability, Research, Development and Analysis.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 8, 2015 and posted on Mar 9, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 12, 2015. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $27,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $27,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Academic Collaboration for Cybersecurity of Energy Delivery Systems Research and Development for the Energy Sector" (Funding Opportunity Number DE-FOA-0001252) was issued by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) on behalf of the Office of Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability. The core purpose of the program is to stand up and support an academic collaboration that combines deep expertise in power systems engineering with advanced cybersecurity and computer science. The intent is not just to study problems, but to create, mature, and transition practical cybersecurity capabilities into real energy-sector environments, ultimately reducing the risk that a cyber incident could disrupt electric power delivery.
This opportunity falls under a discretionary program and uses a cooperative agreement as the funding instrument, which typically signals substantial federal involvement during the performance of the project. In practical terms, that usually means recipients should expect ongoing coordination, technical direction, and active collaboration with DOE/NETL rather than operating as a fully independent grantee. The work is categorized under "Energy Science and Technology and other Research and Development," aligning it with applied R&D efforts aimed at strengthening critical infrastructure.
DOE anticipated making two awards under this announcement. The estimated total available funding was $27,500,000, and the listed award ceiling was also $27,500,000, indicating that a single project could potentially receive up to the full amount depending on DOE's selections and final award structure. The award floor was listed as $0, which generally means the agency did not commit to a minimum award size in the public synopsis. Cost sharing was required, so applicants needed to plan for a non-federal contribution as part of their proposed budget and overall project plan.
Eligibility was limited to institutions of higher education, specifically public and state-controlled colleges and universities as well as private universities. That eligibility framing underscores the program's emphasis on academic leadership and research capacity, while still expecting outcomes that can be transitioned into operational energy-sector use. The focus on "academic collaboration" also suggests DOE was looking for coordinated, multi-disciplinary efforts rather than isolated research activities, with teams that can bridge operational power engineering realities (grid operations, protection systems, control environments) and cybersecurity research (threat modeling, secure architectures, detection and response, resilient control, and related areas).
The opportunity was posted March 9, 2015, with an application closing date of May 12, 2015, and it was later archived on August 31, 2015. For applicants needing access assistance for the full announcement, the provided point of contact was Anne M. Cary at NETL (412-386-5885, anne.cary@netl.doe.gov). The announcement referenced FedConnect as an additional information link, which is commonly used for full solicitation documents, amendments, and submission instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Academic Collaboration for Cybersecurity of Energy Delivery Systems Research and Development for the Energy Sector."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DE-FOA-0001252.
Which federal organization issued this opportunity?
This opportunity was issued by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) on behalf of the Office of Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The core purpose is to stand up and support an academic collaboration that combines deep expertise in power systems engineering with advanced cybersecurity and computer science, with an emphasis on creating, maturing, and transitioning practical cybersecurity capabilities into real energy-sector environments to reduce the risk of cyber incidents disrupting electric power delivery.
Is this opportunity focused on research only, or on real-world deployment as well?
Based on the description, the intent goes beyond studying problems. The program emphasizes creating, maturing, and transitioning practical cybersecurity capabilities into operational, real energy-sector environments.
What type of program is this (discretionary or mandatory)?
This opportunity falls under a discretionary program.
What funding instrument will DOE use for awards?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does a cooperative agreement imply about DOE involvement?
A cooperative agreement typically signals substantial federal involvement during project performance. In practical terms, recipients should expect ongoing coordination, technical direction, and active collaboration with DOE/NETL rather than operating as a fully independent grantee.
What category of work does this opportunity fall under?
The work is categorized under "Energy Science and Technology and other Research and Development," aligning it with applied R&D intended to strengthen critical infrastructure.
How many awards did DOE anticipate making?
DOE anticipated making two awards under this announcement.
How much total funding was estimated to be available?
The estimated total available funding was $27,500,000.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The listed award ceiling was $27,500,000, meaning a single project could potentially receive up to the full amount depending on DOE selections and the final award structure.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
The award floor was listed as $0, which generally means DOE did not publicly commit to a minimum award size in the synopsis.
Is cost sharing required?
Yes. Cost sharing was required, so applicants needed to plan for a non-federal contribution as part of the proposed budget and overall project plan.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to institutions of higher education, specifically public and state-controlled colleges and universities as well as private universities.
Are non-university organizations eligible as prime applicants?
Based on the eligibility language provided, the eligible applicants were limited to institutions of higher education (public/state-controlled universities and private universities).
What does "academic collaboration" suggest about the expected team structure?
It suggests DOE was looking for coordinated, multidisciplinary efforts rather than isolated research activities, with teams able to bridge operational power engineering realities and cybersecurity/computer science research.
What kinds of technical areas were implied as relevant to this opportunity?
The description highlights bridging power systems engineering (including grid operations, protection systems, and control environments) with cybersecurity research areas such as threat modeling, secure architectures, detection and response, resilient control, and related topics.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on March 9, 2015.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was May 12, 2015.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on August 31, 2015.
Where could applicants find additional information or full solicitation materials?
The announcement referenced FedConnect as an additional information link, which is commonly used for full solicitation documents, amendments, and submission instructions.
Who was the point of contact for access assistance for the full announcement?
The provided point of contact was Anne M. Cary at NETL.
What contact details were provided for the point of contact?
Phone: 412-386-5885. Email: anne.cary@netl.doe.gov.
Which DOE offices are associated with this opportunity?
NETL issued the opportunity on behalf of DOE's Office of Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability.
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