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Silcon Carbide Cladding Lead Test Rod Development-Phase 1

Idaho Field Office Nonprofit eligible

This open federal grant from Idaho Field Office supports energy-focused work and is available to nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Dec 7, 2026. It provides awards up to $62.5M.

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Deadline
Dec 7, 2026
Award amount
Up to $62.5M
Expected awards
1
Posted
Oct 5, 2026
Opportunity number
DE-FOA-0003577
CFDA
81.121

Opportunity description

Silcon Carbide Cladding Lead Test Rod Development-Phase 1 Research, development, and fabrication of Silicon Carbide cladding specimens for research reactor insertion, irradiation, and post-irradiation examinations by 2030. The objective of this program is to advance the scientific and technological maturity of silicon carbide cladding for nuclear fuel rods for future use in commercial light water reactors.

Who can apply

  • City or township governments
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • County governments
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Special district governments
  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses

Funding

Award ceiling
$62.5M

Agency contact

Idaho Field Office

Jeff A. Rigby 208-223-2479 rigbyja@id.doe.gov

rigbyja@id.doe.gov

Where to apply

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