The Department of Defense is offering this grant to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI), focusing on accelerating research, development, and demonstration in integrated photonics. The IP-IMI will bring together various stakeholders to invest in manufacturing technologies, workforce development, and technology demonstration. This initiative aims to support the growth and innovation of integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises and strengthen the U.S. photonics sector to contribute to a robust economy. Closing Date: Mar 31, 2015
Opportunity ID: 269397
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 05, 2014 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 26, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 30, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Close Date 3/31/2015 | Feb 26, 2015 | |
| Close Date 3/31/2015 | Feb 26, 2015 | |
| Change Archive Date to 03/31/2015 | Feb 26, 2015 | |
| Updated Opportunity Title
"Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Initiative"to "Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation" |
Feb 09, 2015 | |
| Nov 06, 2014 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 05, 2014 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 26, 2015 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 30, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 26, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 30, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 26, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 31, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 09, 2015 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 18, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FOA-RQKM-2015-0009 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Initiative |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 06, 2014 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 19, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 18, 2015 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $110,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $220,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force — Research Lab |
| Description: | The objective of this solicitation is to select an award recipient to establish an Integrated Photonics Institute for Manufacturing Innovation (IP-IMI). The IP-IMI will accelerate research, development, and demonstration in the manufacture of integrated photonic components and circuits; to include Institute initiatives in workforce development and technology demonstration. This Institute is envisioned to bring together large and small businesses, academia, and federal and state agencies to accelerate innovation by investing in industrially relevant manufacturing technologies. The IP-IMI will serve as a technical center of excellence, providing the innovation infrastructure to support integrated photonic manufacturing enterprises of all sizes and ensure that the U.S. photonics sector is a key pillar in an enduring and thriving U.S. economy. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Mary Ann Sharits
Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email:mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 269397 Full Announcement-1 -> FOA-RQKM-2015-0009.pdf
Folder 269397 Full Announcement-1 -> FOA-RQKM-2015-0009-Appendices.pdf
Folder 269397 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment 1 1 -> FOA-RQKM-2015-0009-Amd1.pdf
Folder 269397 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment 2 1 -> FOA-RQKM-2015-0009-Amd2.pdf
Folder 269397 Other Supporting Documents-Amendment 3 1 -> FOA-RQKM-2015-0009-Amd3.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Mary Ann Sharits Contracting Officer Phone 937-713-9898 Email: mary.sharits@us.af.mil |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.800 | PKG00209665 | Nov 05, 2014 | Mar 31, 2015 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
269397 RR_SF424_2_0-2.0.pdf