Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Notice of Intent to Re-Issue Funding Opportunity Announcement No. DE-FOA-0003099
ID: 358122Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $725M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358122

Additional Information

https://infrastructure-exchange.energy.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is preparing to re-issue a funding opportunity announcement under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) aimed at advancing battery materials processing and manufacturing. This initiative, which will allocate approximately $725 million, seeks to support projects that enhance domestic supply chains for battery components, focusing on critical mineral sourcing and recycling capabilities while avoiding materials from Foreign Entities of Concern (FEOCs). The funding opportunity is crucial for bolstering national security and energy independence through sustainable practices in battery production. Interested applicants can find more information and contact Colleen Dicola at colleen.dicola@netl.doe.gov, with the submission process expected to begin in Spring 2025 and a close date set for February 10, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    colleen.dicola@netl.doe.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FundOpp_DE-FOA-0003546.pdf
    The Notice of Intent (NOI) from the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) announces a forthcoming funding opportunity related to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This funding opportunity, an extension of Announcement No. DE-FOA-0003099, focuses on advancing battery materials processing and manufacturing. MESC plans to allocate around $725 million to support approximately 3 to 14 grants, each ranging from $50 million to $200 million, aimed at enhancing domestic supply chains and reducing dependency on foreign entities. The funding will prioritize projects that secure critical mineral sourcing and establish recycling capacities, covering the entire battery supply chain lifecycle. Applicants must avoid using materials from Foreign Entities of Concern (FEOCs). Opportunities will include establishing U.S.-based manufacturing for battery components and processing technologies. The submission process will begin in Spring 2025 through the Infrastructure Exchange platform, with specific registration requirements outlined. This initiative underscores a government commitment to bolster national security and energy independence through sustainable practices in battery production and resource management.
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