GrantPostedDiscretionary

Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach

Idaho Field Office
DE-FOA-0003542
Application Deadline
Feb 27, 2026
Closed
Days Remaining
0
Deadline passed
Award Ceiling
$200,000
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000

Grant Opportunity Analysis

The Idaho Field Office of the Department of Energy (DOE) has announced the Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach grant opportunity, aimed at supporting U.S. universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors. This initiative seeks to enhance nuclear science and engineering education, foster collaboration among institutions, and promote public awareness of nuclear energy, ultimately cultivating the next generation of the nuclear workforce. Approximately $1,000,000 is available for around five awards, with individual grants capped at $200,000 for projects lasting up to two years. Eligible applicants are limited to 24 designated Host Institutions, and applications must be submitted by February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST via NEUP.gov. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Jacob Lingard at 208-526-5820 or via email at lingarjn@id.doe.gov.

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Grant Documents

2 Files
FY26 Reactor Sharing and Outreach NOFO Part 1 - FINAL 6JAN2026.pdf
PDF5047 KB1/9/2026
AI Summary
The Department of Energy (DOE) Idaho Operations Office has released the Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach (RS&O) Notice of Funding Opportunity (DE-FOA-0003542). This grant aims to provide approximately $1,000,000 in funding for around five awards, each up to $200,000, with a project period of up to two years. The program supports U.S. universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors to share resources and capabilities with other educational institutions and the community. The objectives include strengthening nuclear science and engineering instruction, increasing collaboration, improving public awareness, and promoting nuclear science to cultivate the next-generation workforce. Eligible applicants are restricted to 24 specifically designated Host Institutions, with cost-sharing encouraged but not required. Applications are due by February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, and must be submitted via NEUP.gov after completing SAM.gov registration. Evaluation criteria prioritize impact on nuclear education and outreach, logical path to completion, and team capabilities.
FY26 Reactor Sharing and Outreach NOFO Part 2 - FINAL 6JAN2026.pdf
PDF10838 KB1/9/2026
AI Summary
The Department of Energy (DOE) Idaho Operations Office has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) DE-FOA-0003542 for Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach. This grant aims to support U.S. universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors in sharing their resources to promote nuclear energy curriculum development, increase collaboration, improve public awareness, and recruit the next generation of nuclear energy workforce. Approximately $1,000,000 is available for about five awards, with individual awards up to $200,000 for a project period of up to two years. Applications are due by February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. Eligibility is restricted to a list of 24 designated Host Institutions with nuclear research reactors. Cost-sharing is encouraged but not required, and all work must be performed in the United States. Applications will be evaluated based on impact on education and outreach, logical path to completion, and team capabilities and experience. Foreign entities are ineligible, and each Host Institution may submit only one application.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Opportunity PostedJan 6, 2026
deadlineApplication DeadlineFeb 27, 2026
expiryArchive DateMar 29, 2026

Funding Details

Award Ceiling
$200,000
Est. Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
5
No cost sharing required

Agency & Classification

Agency
Idaho Field Office(DOE-ID)
Funding Category
Energy
Funding Instrument
Grant

Grantor Contact

CFDA Numbers

81.121

Official Sources