Simpler Grants.gov #2023-NIST-CHIPS-SMME-01

CHIPS Incentives Program for Semiconductor Materials and Manufacturing Equipment Facilities

NIST, under the U.S. Department of Commerce, is inviting applications for funding through the CHIPS Incentives Program to support U.S.-based projects focused on semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment facilities. - Government Buyer: - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), U.S. Department of Commerce - Products/Services Requested: - Construction, expansion, or modernization of commercial facilities for semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment - Includes workforce development and related operating expenses - Eligible Applicants: - Covered entities such as nonprofit organizations, private-sector companies, and consortia with demonstrated ability to finance and execute projects - Notable Requirements: - Awards generally expected to cover 10% of project capital expenditures - Emphasis on strengthening the semiconductor supply chain, national security, and U.S. technology leadership - Compliance with Davis-Bacon Act wage standards for construction - Strong workforce development strategies required - Applicants must leverage private-sector and state/local incentives - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to all qualifying entities capable of constructing, expanding, or modernizing semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment facilities

Description

The CHIPS Incentives Program aims to catalyze long-term economically sustainable growth in the domestic semiconductor industry to support U.S. economic and national security. This solicitation seeks applications for projects involving the construction, expansion, or modernization of commercial facilities for semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment with capital investments below $300 million. Applicants may apply individually or as part of a consortium, and awards will be provided in the form of grants, cooperative agreements, or other transactions. The program emphasizes strengthening the semiconductor supply chain, national security, U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology, economic growth, and workforce development.

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