Research and Development Office (CRDO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
🏛 National Institute of Standards and Technology
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations conducting semiconductor and microelectronics research aligned with U.S. CHIPS Act priorities. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, private companies, nonprofits, and consortia with research capacity. Projects must advance manufacturing, design, materials, or workforce development in semiconductors. Preference given to domestic organizations and those strengthening U.S. competitiveness in chip technology. Geographic scope is nationwide, though priority may favor U.S.-based research institutions and facilities.
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Program description
NIST is soliciting proposals from eligible applicants for research, prototyping, and commercial solutions that advance microelectronics technology in the U.S., to be considered for funding by the CHIPS Research and Development Office (CRDO).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Federal Application)
- Technical Proposal/Research Narrative
- Budget and Budget Justification
- Organizational Capability Statement (past performance)
- Letters of Support (industry/partner commitment)
- Curriculum Vitae (key personnel)
- Facilities and Equipment Description
Program contact
- 👤 Misty L Roosa Management Analyst
- 📧 research@chips.gov
- 📞 301-975-3007
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 11.042 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$5,000,000
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$504,014
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$309,130
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Tiptek, Llc PA$291,043
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$289,992
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$289,965
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$289,831
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Sigray, Inc. CA$289,703
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$289,692
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$289,529
Top States by Funding
- CA 8 awards $7.0M
- CO 3 awards $1.1M
- WA 1 awards $0.3M
- PA 1 awards $0.3M
- TX 1 awards $0.3M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 11.042). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 est. | $11,001,684 | |
| 2025 est. | $143,655,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for CRDO funding?
Universities, research institutions, companies, nonprofits, and consortia can apply. You must have research capacity and facilities relevant to semiconductor development.
What research areas does CRDO fund?
Priority areas include chip manufacturing, design, advanced materials, workforce development, and supply chain resilience. Projects should align with CHIPS Act national security and competitiveness goals.
What is the typical award amount and timeline?
Awards vary widely depending on project scope. Projects typically span 2-5 years. Check the specific BAA for funding bands and duration limits.
How competitive is this funding?
CRDO funding is highly competitive. Applicants need strong technical merit, clear commercialization pathways, and demonstrated capacity to execute at scale.
What are key deadlines?
The application opens September 24, 2025 and closes September 30, 2029. Applications received after the deadline will not be reviewed.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your research directly to CHIPS Act priorities and demonstrate how it strengthens U.S. semiconductor competitiveness.
- Include detailed technical merit, feasibility analysis, and credible timelines with measurable milestones.
- Explain how your organization has capacity and infrastructure to execute research at scale.
- Build partnerships with industry, academia, or other research institutions to strengthen your proposal.
- Document commitment to domestic manufacturing, supply chain resilience, or workforce development where relevant.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications fail when research lacks clear connection to CHIPS Act goals or national priorities. Underestimating budget or timeline requirements, or failing to demonstrate technical capacity and past performance, weakens competitiveness. Poor commercialization plans or unclear paths to industry adoption reduce funding likelihood.
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