Simpler Grants.gov #26-508

NSF TechAccess: AI-Ready America Coordination Hubs Grant Opportunity

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking proposals for the TechAccess: AI-Ready America initiative, which aims to boost AI readiness and adoption nationwide. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is the sole agency involved - Scope of Opportunity: - Establish State/Territory Coordination Hubs in all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories - Hubs will connect partners, strengthen planning and deployment, and scale effective AI approaches - Products/Services Requested: - Grant-funded services for organizational coordination and workforce upskilling - Activities include hands-on assistance, experiential learning, internships, project-based work, and apprenticeships - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant for services, not product procurement - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on workforce development and scaling AI readiness through local and statewide collaboration - No part numbers, product quantities, or hardware/software specified - Related Initiatives: - Part of the broader TechAccess program, which also includes National Coordination Lead and AI-Ready Catalyst Award Competitions (not covered by this solicitation)

Description

TechAccess: AI-Ready America is a national-scale initiative by the U.S. National Science Foundation to accelerate AI readiness and adoption across the U.S. It focuses on strengthening coordination, leveraging partnerships, filling gaps, and scaling effective approaches to shape an AI-driven economy. The program supports State/Territory Coordination Hubs, a National Coordination Lead, and AI-Ready Catalyst Award Competitions. This funding opportunity specifically focuses on Coordination Hubs to connect partners and scale AI readiness efforts locally and statewide.

View original listing