Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #RDBCP-REAP-RES-EEI-2019
USDA REAP Grants for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects
Buyer
Rural Business Cooperative Service
Posted
October 30, 2018
Identifier
RDBCP-REAP-RES-EEI-2019
NAICS
221118, 221115, 221117
This opportunity from the USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service invites applications for the Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvement Program (REAP): - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Business-Cooperative Service - Program Overview: - Grants support the purchase and installation of renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements - Eligible applicants include small businesses, Native American tribal organizations, agricultural producers, and other qualifying entities - Funding Details: - Grant amounts range from $1,500 to $500,000 - Total available funding is $35,400,000 - Up to 1,000 awards are expected - Cost sharing or matching funds are required - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are specified - Applicants propose their own renewable energy or energy efficiency projects - Unique Requirements: - Strict eligibility criteria for applicants - Mandatory cost sharing/matching funds - Projects must be located in eligible rural areas or serve eligible populations
Description
The Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvement Program (REAP) provides grants to support renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements. Eligible applicants include small businesses, other Native American tribal organizations, and agricultural producers. The program offers funding amounts ranging from $1,500 to $500,000, with a total funding amount of $35,400,000 and an expected 1000 awards. Applications are accepted year-round with specific deadlines for grants of $20,000 or less and for grants over $20,000. Cost sharing or matching is required for this grant.