This USDA Bioproduct Pilot Grant is for the purpose of studying and advancing the utilization of materials derived from covered agricultural commodities in the manufacture of construction and consumer products. The program aims to identify the benefits of these sustainable bioproducts and support the crucial scale-up of their manufacturing processes. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is specifically directed to partner with at least one qualified institution to achieve these goals. The overarching objective is to provide a viable, low-cost alternative to conventional products, fostering innovation in sustainable manufacturing and leveraging agricultural resources for economic and environmental benefits.
Opportunity ID: 341553
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USDA-NIFA-BPP-009262 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Bioproduct Pilot Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Agriculture |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 10.236 — Bioproduct Pilot Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 28, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 28, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 31, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 31, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 30, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $10,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $5,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | A. Eligibility Requirements Applicants for the Bioproduct Pilot Program must meet all the requirements discussed in this RFA. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to Federal financial assistance, NIFA’s Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process. 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. The Statement of Eligibility, not to exceed 1 page, must be included as Appendix 1 in the Project Narrative (See Part IV. B. Formatting and Part V. B. of this RFA). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Institute of Food and Agriculture |
| Description: |
The Bioproduct Pilot Program seeks to study the benefits of using materials derived from covered agricultural commodities for manufacture of construction and consumer products. This program directs the USDA to partner with no less than one qualified institution to support the scale-up of sustainable bioproduct manufacturing, with the goal of providing a low-cost alternative to conventional products. Additional details are provided in the RFA. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Bioproduct Pilot Program |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NIFA Support
Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays Email:grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 341553 Full Announcement-FY2023 BPP RFA -> FY23-BPP-RFA-508-F.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NIFA Support Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays Email: grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10.236 | PKG00275322 | Jun 28, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
341553 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
341553 NIFA_Supplemental_Info_1_2-1.2.pdf
341553 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
341553 RR_Budget_3_0-3.0.pdf
341553 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
341553 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
341553 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_4_0-4.0.pdf
Optional forms
341553 RR_SubawardBudget30_3_0-3.0.pdf
341553 AD_3030_2_0-2.0.pdf
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