Summary
The fiscal year 2025 consolidated innovative nuclear research funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is issued by the U.S. Department of Energy under assistance listings number 81.121. The FOA outlines key dates and requirements for potential applicants, including deadlines for submission of various application components. These components include the letter of intent, R&D/NSUF pre-applications, NSUF full application statement of work, and full R&D/NSUF and IRP applications. It also emphasizes the registration requirements for applicants, including obtaining a unique entity identifier and creating an account on neup.gov. Additionally, the document provides detailed instructions for application preparation and submission through the neup.gov website.
Furthermore, the FOA includes specific guidelines for avoiding common errors in the application process, such as protecting personally identifiable information, budget justifications, certifications and assurances, and other project information. The document also delineates the types of awards available, estimated funding amounts, eligibility criteria for applicants (including domestic entities and U.S. incorporated foreign entities), application restrictions, cost-sharing requirements, and submission instructions for various application components.
This FOA provides comprehensive information on the grant opportunity, including key dates, registration requirements, application guidelines, eligibility criteria, and award details.