Opportunity Information: Apply for DE FOA 0000815
Apply for DE FOA 0000815
- The Idaho Field Office in the energy sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Nuclear Energy University Programs Reactor Upgrades" 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 Dec 13, 2012 and posted on Dec 13, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 20, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $3,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Private institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The funding opportunity titled "Nuclear Energy University Programs - Reactor Upgrades" (Funding Opportunity Number DE-FOA-0000815) is a discretionary grant program run through the U.S. Department of Energy, with the administering agency listed as the Idaho Field Office. It is aimed specifically at U.S. colleges and universities that already have an operating research reactor used for nuclear research and training. The central goal is to modernize and improve these university-based reactors so they remain safe, capable, and attractive facilities for educating students and supporting nuclear energy-related research.
The program is designed to strengthen the academic nuclear engineering infrastructure in a practical, equipment-and-capability focused way. In other words, DOE is looking for upgrade proposals that are clearly defined, discrete, and measurable rather than vague or overly broad institutional requests. The kinds of upgrades envisioned are those that support the continued operation and usefulness of the reactor as a teaching and research platform, help the institution recruit and train high-quality students interested in nuclear energy studies, build or expand the institution's nuclear science and engineering education or basic research capabilities, and improve the university's ability to perform research and development that aligns with DOE Office of Nuclear Energy research and development mission needs. The emphasis is on tangible improvements to infrastructure and reactor-related capabilities that directly expand what the reactor can do for education, training, and relevant R and D.
In terms of funding, DOE anticipated making 2 awards under this announcement, with an estimated total program funding level of $3,000,000. Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $0 up to a ceiling of $1,500,000. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds, which can make it more accessible to universities that want to pursue meaningful upgrades without needing to secure additional institutional or third-party contributions as a condition of the award.
Eligibility was limited to higher education institutions in the United States, including both public/state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education, provided they operate a research reactor. The activity category is listed under Energy, and the associated CFDA number is 81.121 (Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration), which places it within DOE's broader portfolio of nuclear energy RDD and workforce-related efforts.
From an administrative timeline perspective, the FOA was posted on December 13, 2012, and closed on May 20, 2013, with the archive date listed as August 30, 2013. Applicants were directed to access the full FOA through FedConnect for complete requirements, submission instructions, and detailed evaluation criteria. For access issues or administrative questions, the listed point of contact was Diane C. Long, Contract Specialist, reachable by phone at 208-526-0949 or by email at longdc@id.doe.gov.
FAQs: Nuclear Energy University Programs - Reactor Upgrades (DE-FOA-0000815)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The funding opportunity is titled "Nuclear Energy University Programs - Reactor Upgrades."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FOA number)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DE-FOA-0000815.
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
This is a discretionary grant program run through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Which DOE office is listed as the administering agency?
The administering agency is listed as the Idaho Field Office.
Who is this program intended to support?
The program is aimed specifically at U.S. colleges and universities that already have an operating research reactor used for nuclear research and training.
Is this opportunity open to universities that do not currently operate a research reactor?
Based on the eligibility description provided, eligibility is limited to U.S. higher education institutions that operate a research reactor.
What is the main purpose of the Reactor Upgrades program?
The central goal is to modernize and improve university-based research reactors so they remain safe, capable, and attractive facilities for educating students and supporting nuclear energy-related research.
What kinds of projects is DOE looking to fund under this FOA?
DOE is looking for upgrade proposals that are clearly defined, discrete, and measurable, focused on equipment and capability improvements that support the continued operation and usefulness of the reactor as a teaching and research platform.
Does the program emphasize broad institutional needs or specific upgrades?
The emphasis is on tangible, reactor-related infrastructure and capability improvements rather than vague or overly broad institutional requests.
How should proposed upgrades relate to education and training?
Upgrades are envisioned to help the institution recruit and train high-quality students interested in nuclear energy studies and to support the reactor's role in nuclear research and training.
How should proposed upgrades relate to research and development (R&D)?
The FOA emphasizes improvements that expand the university's ability to perform research and development aligned with DOE Office of Nuclear Energy research and development mission needs.
How many awards did DOE anticipate making?
DOE anticipated making 2 awards under this announcement.
What was the estimated total program funding level?
The estimated total program funding level was $3,000,000.
What was the expected funding range for individual awards?
Individual awards were expected to range from a floor of $0 up to a ceiling of $1,500,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What types of institutions were eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to higher education institutions in the United States, including public/state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education, provided they operate a research reactor.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is Energy.
What CFDA number is associated with this FOA?
The associated CFDA number is 81.121 (Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration).
When was the FOA posted?
The FOA was posted on December 13, 2012.
When did the FOA close?
The FOA closed on May 20, 2013.
When was the archive date?
The archive date is listed as August 30, 2013.
Where were applicants directed to find the full FOA and submission details?
Applicants were directed to access the full FOA through FedConnect for complete requirements, submission instructions, and detailed evaluation criteria.
Who was the point of contact for access issues or administrative questions?
The listed point of contact was Diane C. Long, Contract Specialist.
How can the listed point of contact be reached?
Diane C. Long could be reached by phone at 208-526-0949 or by email at longdc@id.doe.gov.
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