This document contains various certification requirements for government assistance instruments, including certifications regarding debarment and suspension, drug-free workplace requirements, lobbying, domestic sourcing, merchant suppliers, export-controlled restrictions, internal confidentiality agreements, and arms control treaty violations. The certifications must be completed by the applicant or offeror and submitted with their proposal or application.

This document outlines a Technology Investment Agreement between the United States and a recipient for the purpose of conducting research and development work. It covers various topics such as administrative responsibilities, term of the agreement, management of the program, financial matters, claims and disputes, intellectual property rights, and technical and financial reporting. The document also includes provisions for patent infringement and data rights.

This document provides a sample outline for a business plan, including sections such as executive summary, business overview, business goals, industry analysis, marketing analysis, sales forecast, manufacturing analysis, management analysis, financial analysis, strategic plan, and appendices. Each section serves a specific purpose in presenting the business plan.

The document titled "FA8650-19-S-5010 Appendix IV" provides a breakdown of the total program costs, including labor, equipment, materials, travel, and other costs. It also includes the government cost share and recipient cost share percentages for each category. There are separate tables for equipment, materials, and travel costs, which provide a more detailed breakdown of the expenses.

Government funds can be used for labor, consumables, materials, special tooling, special test equipment, subcontractors, and similar expenses. Special tooling refers to specialized items necessary for developing or producing specific supplies or parts, while special test equipment refers to integrated test units designed for special testing purposes. Capital equipment purchases may also be included as part of an awardee's cost share.

This document outlines the funding guidelines for government expenditures under the DPA Title III initiative. Primarily, government funds can be utilized for labor, consumables, materials, special tooling, and special test equipment. Special tooling refers to specialized items necessary for production that cannot be easily modified for other uses. Conversely, special test equipment comprises integrated test units developed for specific contract purposes, excluding general-purpose items. The text emphasizes the aim of Title III investments to boost domestic productive capacities and safeguard government access to critical technologies. Capital equipment purchases are permitted unless specified otherwise, and proposals may involve facility construction or alterations if deemed beneficial. However, funds cannot be allocated for purchasing real estate or constructing new buildings; these costs must be covered by the awardee. Overall, the document serves to clarify allowable costs and the strategic intent behind government funding in RFPs and grants, promoting economic development and technological advancement.

The Air Force Research Laboratory has released a funding opportunity announcement for the Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Expansion of Domestic Production Capability and Capacity. The announcement solicits production technology project proposals to strengthen and expand domestic productive capacities for critical components and technology items. The funding opportunity consists of two parts: an open FOA, in which white papers may be submitted, and an FOA with calls, in which full proposals may be requested.

The Department of Defense is issuing a Hybrid Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory for the Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Program. This program encourages proposals focusing on enhancing domestic production capabilities for critical components essential to national security. It is primarily aimed at domestic sources, with a total estimated budget of $5 billion split between government and recipient shares, targeting project ranges typically between $10 million and $25 million. The FOA consists of two parts: an Open FOA allowing continuous submission of white papers for preliminary evaluation, and an FOA with Calls for more specific project proposals, requiring a one-step submission process. Proposals will be required to address three key topic areas: Sustainment of Critical Production, Commercialization of R&D Investments, and Scaling of Emerging Technologies. The evaluation criteria prioritize manufacturing capability, technical quality, business viability, merchant supplier orientation, and cost realism. Proposals will be categorized as selectable or not based on their evaluations. The program aims to create incentives for domestic manufacturers to meet national defense needs while establishing an effective industrial base for the future.