Bioproduct Pilot Program
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
This competitive program will support research activities related to studying the benefits of using materials derived from covered agricultural commodities in the production of construction and consumer products.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
Qualified institutions are bioproduct research facilities that meet all of the following criteria:
(1) is funded, in part, by a State;
(2) is located within a reasonable distance, not to exceed 3 miles, of the primary residence hall of an institution of higher education. An institution of higher education is defined in Section 1001(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1001(a))).
(3) provides students opportunities to engage in research activities; and
(4) provides opportunities for an institution of higher education to collaborate with private enterprise.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Review the NOFO for more details.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The Bioproduct Pilot Program will advance development of cost-competitive bioproducts with natural resource benefits compared to incumbent products.
Program is no longer making new awards, but funded projects may still actively report expenditures.
Mission Categories
Primary: Water Pollution Control
Other categories:
Air Pollution ControlSolid Waste ManagementPesticides ControlRadiation Control
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Applications must address all of the following priorities:
(1) Bioproduct development and production scale-up.
(2) Cost savings relative to other commonly used materials;
(3) Greenhouse gas emission reductions and other environmental and climate benefits relative to other commonly used materials;
(4) Landfill quantity and waste management cost reductions, including life-cycle and longevity-extending or longevity-reducing characteristics relative to other commonly used materials;
In addition to the priorities above, applicants are highly encouraged to include the following:
(5) A technoeconomic analysis (TEA), including baseline data that helps prioritize project activities. The TEA should compare the biobased product of interest to incumbent products on the market, including product specifications and pricing;
(6) Analyses of environmental benefits (such as greenhouse gas emissions, waste management benefits, and other relevant benefits) must include baseline data that will help prioritize project activities.
(7) Analyses should compare the biobased product of interest to an incumbent product on the market, including product specifications. Quantification of benefits should be measured using standards that are transparent, rigorous, and industrially relevant (such as ASTM standards, NIST standards, widely adopted life cycle analysis (LCA) methodologies, and/or Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs));
(8) A justification of the industrial relevance of the chosen scale for scale-up activities;
(9) A discussion of the market impact and expected path to market for bioproducts advanced by a potential award;
(10) Industry partners for critical commercialization steps
Required Documentation
Applicants (unless excepted under 2 CFR § 25.110(b) or (c), or has an exception approved by the Federal awarding agency under 2 CFR § 25.110(d)) must (1): Have an active SAM registration prior to applying; (2) Provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier number in its application; and (3) Continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times during which it has an application under consideration or an active federal award. Applicants must furnish the information required in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Successful applicants recommended for funding must furnish the information and assurances requested during the award documentation process.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements