Opportunity Information: Apply for BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001
Apply for BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001
- The DOI-BIA in the energy sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "TRIBAL ENERGY DEVELOPMENT CAPABILITY PROGRAM" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.148.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 22, 2016 and posted on Apr 22, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 08, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 15 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Tribal Energy Development Capability Program (Funding Opportunity Number BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001) is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (DOI-BIA) under CFDA 15.148, with an energy-focused funding activity category. The program is designed to help federally recognized tribal governments strengthen their ability to plan, organize, and carry out energy development or energy management activities on tribal lands, especially in ways that support long-term tribal control, governance, and economic self-determination.
A central purpose of this grant is to complement the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership (HEARTH) Act (25 U.S.C. 415). The HEARTH Act is important because it restores and reinforces tribal authority to develop and implement tribal laws that govern leasing of tribal surface trust lands for business and other purposes. In practical terms, that authority can make it faster and more locally controlled for tribes to pursue development projects, including energy-related projects, because tribes can create their own leasing regulations consistent with federal requirements rather than relying entirely on external processes. This funding is meant to help tribes actually take advantage of that restored authority by building the internal capacity needed to support energy development in a structured, sustainable way.
The grant’s focus is capacity-building, not just paying for a single project. The notice emphasizes establishing or strengthening organizational structures and/or business entity structures that are capable of engaging in commercial energy development or management. That can include creating the internal governance, staffing, systems, policies, and institutional frameworks that allow a tribe to evaluate opportunities, negotiate and manage leases or partnerships, oversee development, and manage energy-related business operations. The overall idea is to position tribes to move from opportunity to execution by having the right entities and operational backbone in place, whether that means enhancing a tribal energy office, setting up a tribally owned energy enterprise, developing management and compliance capabilities, or otherwise building the machinery needed to handle commercial energy activity responsibly and effectively.
Eligibility is limited to Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized. The opportunity was posted on April 22, 2016, and the application closing date was July 8, 2016 (with no change between the original and current closing dates). The expected number of awards was 15. The award ceiling is not stated in the provided source data, meaning applicants would need to consult the full announcement (referenced as being under the related documents tab) for specific funding limits, allowable cost details, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and any program-specific priorities or restrictions.
In short, this program is aimed at helping tribes build the institutional and business capacity required for commercial energy development and energy management, while aligning with the self-determination framework supported by the HEARTH Act. It is less about funding construction or equipment outright (based on the description provided) and more about equipping tribal governments with the governance tools, organizational structures, and business readiness needed to lead and manage energy development on tribal trust lands under tribal law and authority.
Tribal Energy Development Capability Program (BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001) - FAQs
What is the Tribal Energy Development Capability Program?
The Tribal Energy Development Capability Program is a discretionary grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (DOI-BIA). It is identified by Funding Opportunity Number (FON) BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001 and is listed under CFDA 15.148 in an energy-focused funding activity category.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The program is designed to help federally recognized tribal governments strengthen their ability to plan, organize, and carry out energy development or energy management activities on tribal lands. A key emphasis is building long-term tribal control, governance, and economic self-determination through stronger internal capability, not simply funding a one-time project.
How does this program relate to the HEARTH Act?
A central purpose of the program is to complement the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership (HEARTH) Act (25 U.S.C. 415). The HEARTH Act restores and reinforces tribal authority to develop and implement tribal laws governing leasing of tribal surface trust lands for business and other purposes. This funding is intended to help tribes build the internal capacity needed to effectively use that authority for energy-related development and management.
Why is capacity-building emphasized instead of funding a single energy project?
The grant focuses on strengthening the organizational and business foundation a tribe needs to responsibly pursue commercial energy development or energy management. The goal is to position tribes to move from opportunity to execution by having governance tools, staffing capability, systems, policies, and institutional frameworks in place for evaluating deals, negotiating leases or partnerships, and overseeing energy activities.
What kinds of activities does the program support?
Based on the description provided, the program supports establishing or strengthening organizational structures and/or business entity structures that can engage in commercial energy development or energy management. This may include building internal governance and operational capacity such as staffing structures, systems, policies, and compliance and management capabilities connected to energy development and management on tribal lands.
Does this grant pay for construction, equipment, or building an energy facility?
The description emphasizes capacity-building rather than funding construction or equipment outright. The program is described as being more about organizational readiness and governance/business capability than paying directly for a single build project.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to Native American tribal governments that are federally recognized.
Which federal agency administers the program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (DOI-BIA).
What is the CFDA number and why does it matter?
The program is associated with CFDA 15.148. This identifier helps categorize and track federal assistance programs and can be useful when searching for related program information and documentation.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number provided is BIA FA 16 TEDC 0001.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on April 22, 2016. The application closing date was July 8, 2016, with no change between the original and current closing dates.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The expected number of awards was 15.
Is the maximum award amount (award ceiling) provided?
No. The award ceiling is not stated in the provided source data. Applicants would need to consult the full announcement for specific funding limits and other financial details.
Where can applicants find details like allowable costs, application requirements, and evaluation criteria?
The provided information indicates that applicants should consult the full announcement referenced as being available under the related documents tab. That full announcement would contain details such as funding limits, allowable cost information, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and any program-specific priorities or restrictions.
What outcomes is the program trying to support for tribes?
The program is intended to help tribes develop the internal capability to lead and manage energy development on tribal trust lands under tribal law and authority, supporting long-term tribal control, improved governance, and economic self-determination.
How does the HEARTH Act authority help tribes move faster on development?
As described, the HEARTH Act allows tribes to create their own leasing regulations consistent with federal requirements, rather than relying entirely on external processes. This can support faster and more locally controlled development pathways, including energy-related projects, provided the tribe has the internal capacity to implement and manage these authorities effectively.
What does "building institutional and business capacity" mean in this context?
In this program description, it refers to establishing or strengthening the governance tools, organizational structures, staffing approaches, policies, systems, and operational frameworks that enable a tribe to evaluate energy opportunities, negotiate and manage leases or partnerships, oversee development activity, and manage energy-related business operations responsibly and effectively.
Is this program intended to support tribal self-determination?
Yes. The description emphasizes alignment with a self-determination framework, including long-term tribal control and governance, and specifically links the program purpose to helping tribes use authorities reinforced by the HEARTH Act.
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