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🏛 Idaho Field Office
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Can you apply?
This grant is for research and development activities supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The program typically supports universities, national laboratories, private companies, and nonprofit organizations engaged in energy-related research, innovation, and development. Eligible activities often include scientific research, technology development, pilot projects, and demonstrations in areas such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, nuclear science, fossil fuels, and related energy technologies. Geographic scope is national, though the Idaho Field Office administers this particular funding stream. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning proposals can be submitted continuously rather than at fixed deadlines.
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Program description
University, National Laboratory, Industry, and International Entities Input to the Office of Nuclear Energy’s Competitive Research and Development Work Scope Development – DOE is seeking ideas in the areas of research, information, comments, feedback, and recommendations from interested parties for future work scopes for the major NE-funded research programs. All responses are to be made at NEUP.gov per the attached instructions.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project narrative/technical proposal
- Detailed budget and budget justification
- Curriculum vitae or biosketches of key personnel
- Letters of commitment from collaborators/partners (if applicable)
- Conflict of interest disclosures
- Certifications and assurances
- Cost-sharing documentation (if required by the specific FOA)
Program contact
- 👤 Department of Energy
- 📧 fordaj@id.doe.gov
- 📞 2022871878
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 81.121 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$983,037,068
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$921,717,024
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$262,655,693
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Cfpp Llc UT$164,741,352
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$108,279,097
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$104,148,813
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$87,719,689
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$80,418,202
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$73,208,000
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$65,338,120
Top States by Funding
- WA 1 awards $983.0M
- MD 3 awards $924.9M
- OR 2 awards $264.3M
- PA 10 awards $226.1M
- VA 5 awards $180.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 81.121). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2018 | $167,853,383 | |
| 2019 | $156,000,000 | |
| 2020 | $81,000,000 | |
| 2021 | $552,990,732 | |
| 2022 | $186,458,508 | |
| 2023 | $973,321,767 | |
| 2024 est. | $531,693,271 | |
| 2025 est. | $180,000,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this DOE grant?
Eligibility typically includes universities, national laboratories, private companies, small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and state/local government entities. Specific eligibility requirements depend on the project type and funding mechanism.
What is the application process and timeline?
This is a rolling deadline program, meaning applications are accepted and reviewed continuously. There is no single submission deadline. Check the DOE-ID website for current priorities and submission guidance.
What types of projects are supported?
Common activities include energy research, technology development, demonstration projects, capacity building, and feasibility studies related to DOE mission areas.
How competitive are awards?
DOE grants are highly competitive. Strong proposals typically include novel approaches, clear technical merit, realistic budgets, and demonstrated capacity to execute the work.
What is the typical funding range?
Award amounts vary widely depending on project scope. DOE grants can range from modest R&D awards to large multi-year research contracts. Check specific FOAs (Funding Opportunity Announcements) for current funding caps.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your project with current DOE strategic priorities and the Idaho Field Office's focus areas; check their website for active research solicitations
- Develop a strong technical approach section that clearly explains your methodology, innovation, and how you'll achieve specific milestones
- Build a credible team with relevant expertise and include letters of commitment from partners if collaboration is part of the proposal
- Prepare a realistic budget with detailed justifications; DOE reviewers scrutinize cost estimates closely, so be specific about labor, equipment, and subcontracts
- Address risk management and commercialization potential (if applicable); DOE values projects that can demonstrate tangible outcomes or pathways to market
⚠️ Common mistakes
Many applications fail to clearly articulate how their project aligns with DOE's mission and current research priorities, or they underestimate the technical depth required in the proposal narrative. Weak budget justifications, lack of detail on team qualifications, and failure to address feasibility or risk mitigation also commonly lead to rejection. Additionally, applicants sometimes miss deadlines for rolling programs by not checking for new solicitations regularly.
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