Opportunity
Federal Register #06930097
Request for public comment on information collection for CHIPS Incentives Program by Department of Commerce/NIST
Buyer
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Posted
August 31, 2026
Respond By
October 30, 2026
Identifier
06930097
NAICS
926110
The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is inviting public comment on the renewal of an information collection for the CHIPS Incentives Program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - Purpose: - Renewal of information collection requirements for applicants to the CHIPS Incentives Program - Supports projects for construction, expansion, or modernization of commercial facilities for semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment - Requested Information: - Project descriptions and timelines - Financial data - Environmental and workforce information - Notable Requirements: - Applicants must provide comprehensive details to qualify for CHIPS Act funding - Focus is on minimizing reporting burden and assessing impact before OMB submission - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned in this notice - Products/Services: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed; the notice pertains to information collection only
Description
The Department of Commerce, through the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is requesting public comment on the renewal of an information collection related to the CHIPS Incentives Program. This program supports projects for the construction, expansion, or modernization of commercial facilities for semiconductor materials and manufacturing equipment. The information collected includes project descriptions, timelines, financial data, and environmental and workforce information. The collection aims to assess the impact of information requirements and minimize reporting burdens before submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).