The Department of Defense is offering a grant for a Technology Investment Agreement to establish a cutting-edge Manufacturing Innovation Institute dedicated to Robots in Manufacturing Environments. U.S. non-profit organizations with a minimum 1:1 cost share are eligible to apply for this grant aimed at fostering advancements in manufacturing technology. The grant supports the development of a state-of-the-art institute focused on sustainable practices and innovation in the field of manufacturing robotics. Deadline for proposals is December 6, 2016.
Opportunity ID: 286551
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | W911NF-16-R-0031 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.630 — Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 12, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 18, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility to respond to this FOA is limited to U.S. non-profit organizations who will serve as the lead organization and recipient of the RIME-MII award. The lead organization will propose a partnership that may include a cluster of businesses, manufacturing firms, academic institutions, and non-profit industry consortia. Businesses of all sizes and structures are encouraged to participate as part of a teaming arrangement to capitalize on potential niche expertise. The awardee is expected to lead a program that will be of both regional importance and national prominence. The lead organization must be able to command and engage key stakeholders across disciplines and organizations. Effective management of this effort will require a unique blend of organizational, technical, leadership, cultural, and personal skills that are unparalleled. The lead organization will be responsible for quickly pulling together the necessary agreements and funding commitments to establish a vibrant advanced manufacturing innovation ecosystem that will support domestic competitiveness. This ecosystem must also develop sustainable programs and practices that continue to attract industry and other membership beyond the seven (7) year period of this agreement. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Dept of the Army — Materiel Command |
| Description: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII). This FOA seeks proposals from U.S. non-profit organizations (minimum 1:1 cost share) interested in entering into a Technology Investment Agreement (TIA), pursuant to 10 USC §2371, for the purpose of establishing a state-of-the-art, end-to-end, sustainable Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII) in support of Robots in Manufacturing Environments. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kevin Bassler Agreements Officer
Email:usarmy.rtp.rdecom-arl.list.RIME-foa@mail.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The close date is changed to 6 December 2016 | Oct 12, 2016 | |
| The opportunity number is changed from W911NF-16-R-0028 to W911NF-16-R-0031 | Oct 12, 2016 | |
| Jul 27, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | W911NF-16-R-0031 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.630 — Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 12, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 06, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 18, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility to respond to this FOA is limited to U.S. non-profit organizations who will serve as the lead organization and recipient of the RIME-MII award. The lead organization will propose a partnership that may include a cluster of businesses, manufacturing firms, academic institutions, and non-profit industry consortia. Businesses of all sizes and structures are encouraged to participate as part of a teaming arrangement to capitalize on potential niche expertise. The awardee is expected to lead a program that will be of both regional importance and national prominence. The lead organization must be able to command and engage key stakeholders across disciplines and organizations. Effective management of this effort will require a unique blend of organizational, technical, leadership, cultural, and personal skills that are unparalleled. The lead organization will be responsible for quickly pulling together the necessary agreements and funding commitments to establish a vibrant advanced manufacturing innovation ecosystem that will support domestic competitiveness. This ecosystem must also develop sustainable programs and practices that continue to attract industry and other membership beyond the seven (7) year period of this agreement. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Dept of the Army — Materiel Command |
| Description: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII). This FOA seeks proposals from U.S. non-profit organizations (minimum 1:1 cost share) interested in entering into a Technology Investment Agreement (TIA), pursuant to 10 USC §2371, for the purpose of establishing a state-of-the-art, end-to-end, sustainable Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII) in support of Robots in Manufacturing Environments. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kevin Bassler Agreements Officer
Email:usarmy.rtp.rdecom-arl.list.RIME-foa@mail.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | W911NF-16-R-0031 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.630 — Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 12, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 27, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 18, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility to respond to this FOA is limited to U.S. non-profit organizations who will serve as the lead organization and recipient of the RIME-MII award. The lead organization will propose a partnership that may include a cluster of businesses, manufacturing firms, academic institutions, and non-profit industry consortia. Businesses of all sizes and structures are encouraged to participate as part of a teaming arrangement to capitalize on potential niche expertise. The awardee is expected to lead a program that will be of both regional importance and national prominence. The lead organization must be able to command and engage key stakeholders across disciplines and organizations. Effective management of this effort will require a unique blend of organizational, technical, leadership, cultural, and personal skills that are unparalleled. The lead organization will be responsible for quickly pulling together the necessary agreements and funding commitments to establish a vibrant advanced manufacturing innovation ecosystem that will support domestic competitiveness. This ecosystem must also develop sustainable programs and practices that continue to attract industry and other membership beyond the seven (7) year period of this agreement. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Dept of the Army — Materiel Command |
| Description: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII). This FOA seeks proposals from U.S. non-profit organizations (minimum 1:1 cost share) interested in entering into a Technology Investment Agreement (TIA), pursuant to 10 USC §2371, for the purpose of establishing a state-of-the-art, end-to-end, sustainable Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII) in support of Robots in Manufacturing Environments. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kevin Bassler Agreements Officer
Email:usarmy.rtp.rdecom-arl.list.RIME-foa@mail.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | W911NF-16-R-0028 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.630 — Basic, Applied, and Advanced Research in Science and Engineering |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 27, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 18, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 18, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility to respond to this FOA is limited to U.S. non-profit organizations who will serve as the lead organization and recipient of the RIME-MII award. The lead organization will propose a partnership that may include a cluster of businesses, manufacturing firms, academic institutions, and non-profit industry consortia. Businesses of all sizes and structures are encouraged to participate as part of a teaming arrangement to capitalize on potential niche expertise. The awardee is expected to lead a program that will be of both regional importance and national prominence. The lead organization must be able to command and engage key stakeholders across disciplines and organizations. Effective management of this effort will require a unique blend of organizational, technical, leadership, cultural, and personal skills that are unparalleled. The lead organization will be responsible for quickly pulling together the necessary agreements and funding commitments to establish a vibrant advanced manufacturing innovation ecosystem that will support domestic competitiveness. This ecosystem must also develop sustainable programs and practices that continue to attract industry and other membership beyond the seven (7) year period of this agreement. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Dept of the Army — Materiel Command |
| Description: | Robots in Manufacturing Environments Manufacturing Innovation Institute (RIME-MII). This FOA seeks proposals from U.S. non-profit organizations (minimum 1:1 cost share) interested in entering into a Technology Investment Agreement (TIA), pursuant to 10 USC §2371, for the purpose of establishing a state-of-the-art, end-to-end, sustainable Manufacturing Innovation Institute (MII) in support of Robots in Manufacturing Environments. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Kevin Bassler Agreements Officer
Email:usarmy.rtp.rdecom-arl.list.RIME-foa@mail.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 286551 Full Announcement-W911NF-16-R-0028 -> RIME_FOA.pdf
Folder 286551 Full Announcement-W911NF-16-R-0028 -> RIME_Appendices.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Kevin Bassler Agreements Officer
Email: usarmy.rtp.rdecom-arl.list.RIME-foa@mail.mil |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.630 | PKG00226089 | Jul 26, 2016 | Dec 06, 2016 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
286551 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf
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