Opportunity Information: Apply for DE FOA 0001282
Apply for DE FOA 0001282
- The Idaho Field Office in the energy sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY2016 Scientific Infrastructure Support for CINR Funding Opportunity Announcement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 81.121 Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 13, 2015 and posted on Aug 13, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Nov 20, 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 $6,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 22 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- 1) Universities and Colleges In accordance with 2 CFR 910.126, eligibility for award is restricted to U.S. universities and colleges. Underrepresented Groups and Minority Serving Institutions (e.g., Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, Tribal Serving Institutions) are encouraged to apply. The following link provides the list of minority serving institutions http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/edlite minorityinst.html. 2) DOE/NNSA Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) DOE/NNSA Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and DOE Government Operated Government Owned laboratories (GOGOs) are eligible to apply for funding under the General Scientific Infrastructure Support for Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research and for the NEET CTD as a prime recipient.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY2016 Scientific Infrastructure Support for CINR Funding Opportunity Announcement (DE-FOA-0001282) is a discretionary grant program run by the Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy (DOE-NE), with administration through the Idaho Field Office. Its core purpose is to strengthen the U.S. nuclear energy research and education ecosystem by funding targeted, tangible infrastructure and capability improvements that help institutions train the next generation of nuclear scientists, engineers, and policy professionals while also expanding the capacity to perform research and development (R&D) aligned with DOE-NE priorities and broader national nuclear energy challenges. The opportunity is framed around DOE-NEs crosscutting mission: advancing innovative reactor and fuel cycle technologies that can significantly improve performance while making efficient use of federal resources.
A central theme of the announcement is that building and maintaining strong scientific infrastructure is a prerequisite for high-impact nuclear science and engineering work. Rather than supporting vague or general institutional needs, DOE-NE emphasizes infrastructure requests that are "individual, discrete, and definable" items or capabilities. In practice, this means proposals should clearly describe what will be purchased or established, how it will be used, and how it will measurably improve an institution's ability to (1) attract and educate high-quality students in nuclear-related fields, (2) expand research or education capabilities, and/or (3) carry out R&D that directly supports DOE-NE's mission areas. The announcement also highlights education and workforce development as explicit outcomes, including support for graduate and undergraduate programs as well as two-year programs that contribute to the nuclear energy workforce pipeline.
The funding sits within the broader Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP) framework, which can use up to 20 percent of appropriated DOE-NE R&D funds for university-based infrastructure support and research in key program areas. The opportunity ties infrastructure support to several major DOE-NE R&D portfolios, including Fuel Cycle Research and Development (FCRD), Reactor Concepts Research, Development and Demonstration (RCRDD), and Nuclear Energy Advanced Modeling and Simulation (NEAMS). It also references Nuclear Energy Enabling Technologies Crosscutting Technology Development (NEET CTD), which supports crosscutting research led by national laboratories, universities, and industry, along with national laboratory infrastructure support. Applicants are expected to position their infrastructure requests in a way that credibly enables or accelerates work relevant to one or more of these program areas.
From a funding standpoint, DOE estimated a total program budget of $6.5 million for this FOA and anticipated making about 22 awards. Individual awards could range from $1 up to an award ceiling of $3,000,000. The announcement states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, which lowers the barrier for institutions that might not have large pools of non-federal funds available for capital equipment or capability buildouts. The activity category is listed as Energy, with CFDA number 81.121 (Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration).
Eligibility is primarily aimed at U.S. universities and colleges, consistent with federal eligibility rules (referenced as 2 CFR 910.126 in the notice). The FOA explicitly encourages participation from underrepresented groups and Minority Serving Institutions, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and Tribal Serving Institutions. In addition to universities and colleges, DOE/NNSA Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and DOE Government-Owned Government-Operated (GOGO) laboratories are also eligible to apply as prime recipients for the General Scientific Infrastructure Support for Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research and for NEET CTD, indicating DOE-NEs interest in strengthening infrastructure not only at universities but also within the national laboratory ecosystem where enabling capabilities can have broad impact across the R&D enterprise.
The timeline provided in the source information shows the FOA was posted on August 13, 2015, with an application deadline of November 20, 2015, and an archive date of December 20, 2015. While the FOA is tied to FY 2016 planning, DOE-NE also notes that priorities can shift during the fiscal year due to external events, policy changes, or Congressional and budget direction. That caveat matters because it signals DOE-NE may adjust the timing, number, or size of awards, or place differing emphasis across topical areas as circumstances evolve.
For access and submission details, the announcement points applicants to FedConnect for the full opportunity information and provides a point of contact for technical access issues: Shawn Tinsley, Contract Specialist, at 208-526-5959.
FAQs: FY2016 Scientific Infrastructure Support for CINR (DE-FOA-0001282)
What is this funding opportunity?
This is the FY2016 Scientific Infrastructure Support for CINR Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), number DE-FOA-0001282. It is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Nuclear Energy (DOE-NE), with administration through the Idaho Field Office.
What is the main goal of the FOA?
The FOA aims to strengthen U.S. nuclear energy research and education by funding targeted, tangible infrastructure and capability improvements. The intent is to help institutions train the next generation of nuclear scientists, engineers, and policy professionals while expanding the capacity to perform research and development (R&D) aligned with DOE-NE priorities and broader national nuclear energy challenges.
What types of projects does DOE-NE want to fund under this FOA?
DOE-NE emphasizes infrastructure requests that are "individual, discrete, and definable" items or capabilities. Proposals are expected to clearly explain what will be purchased or established, how it will be used, and how it will measurably improve nuclear-related education and/or R&D capacity connected to DOE-NE mission needs.
What does DOE-NE mean by "individual, discrete, and definable" infrastructure?
Based on the FOA description, this means DOE-NE is looking for specific, tangible infrastructure or capability improvements rather than broad or vague institutional needs. Applicants should be able to point to a concrete item or capability and describe its use and measurable impact.
What outcomes are emphasized in this FOA?
The FOA highlights measurable improvements that help institutions: (1) attract and educate high-quality students in nuclear-related fields, (2) expand research or education capabilities, and/or (3) carry out R&D that directly supports DOE-NE mission areas. Education and workforce development are explicit outcomes, including support for graduate and undergraduate programs as well as two-year programs that contribute to the nuclear workforce pipeline.
How does this FOA relate to DOE-NE priorities?
The opportunity is framed around DOE-NE's crosscutting mission to advance innovative reactor and fuel cycle technologies that can significantly improve performance while making efficient use of federal resources. Applicants are expected to position infrastructure requests to credibly enable or accelerate work relevant to DOE-NE program areas.
What DOE-NE program areas are referenced for alignment?
The FOA ties infrastructure support to major DOE-NE R&D portfolios including Fuel Cycle Research and Development (FCRD), Reactor Concepts Research, Development and Demonstration (RCRDD), and Nuclear Energy Advanced Modeling and Simulation (NEAMS). It also references Nuclear Energy Enabling Technologies Crosscutting Technology Development (NEET CTD).
What is the connection to the Nuclear Energy University Program (NEUP)?
The FOA sits within the broader NEUP framework. The provided information notes that NEUP can use up to 20 percent of appropriated DOE-NE R&D funds for university-based infrastructure support and research in key program areas.
What is the total estimated funding and number of awards?
DOE estimated a total program budget of $6.5 million for this FOA and anticipated making about 22 awards.
What is the award size range and the maximum award amount?
Individual awards could range from $1 up to an award ceiling of $3,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The announcement states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
What is the activity category and CFDA number?
The activity category is Energy. The CFDA number listed is 81.121 (Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is primarily aimed at U.S. universities and colleges (consistent with federal eligibility rules referenced as 2 CFR 910.126). In addition, DOE/NNSA Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and DOE Government-Owned Government-Operated (GOGO) laboratories are also eligible to apply as prime recipients for the General Scientific Infrastructure Support for Consolidated Innovative Nuclear Research and for NEET CTD.
Does the FOA encourage applications from certain institution types?
Yes. The FOA explicitly encourages participation from underrepresented groups and Minority Serving Institutions, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic Serving Institutions, and Tribal Serving Institutions.
Are national laboratories included in the intent of the FOA?
Yes. The FOA indicates DOE-NE interest in strengthening infrastructure not only at universities but also within the national laboratory ecosystem, particularly through eligibility for FFRDCs and GOGO laboratories as prime recipients for certain infrastructure support areas.
When was the FOA posted and what were the key dates?
The FOA was posted on August 13, 2015. The application deadline was November 20, 2015. The archive date was December 20, 2015.
Why does the FOA mention that priorities can shift during the fiscal year?
The provided information notes DOE-NE priorities may shift during the fiscal year due to external events, policy changes, or Congressional and budget direction. This serves as a caveat that DOE-NE may adjust timing, the number or size of awards, or topical emphasis as circumstances evolve.
Where can applicants find the full opportunity details and submission instructions?
The announcement points applicants to FedConnect for the full opportunity information and access/submission details.
Who should be contacted for technical access issues?
For technical access issues, the FOA provides a point of contact: Shawn Tinsley, Contract Specialist, at 208-526-5959.
Who administers this FOA within DOE?
The FOA is run by DOE's Office of Nuclear Energy (DOE-NE) and is administered through the Idaho Field Office.
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