# DOE Opens $237 Million Grid Supply Chain Funding

The U.S. Department of Energy opened the $237 million Grid Supply Chain Alternatives to Lead Energy Dominance (Grid SCALED) funding opportunity to strengthen domestic manufacturing and supply chains for electric-grid equipment. The opportunity supports refurbishment and reuse of existing equipment, as well as U.S.-made alternative materials and subcomponents. Applicants must submit a concept paper by November 20, 2026, to qualify to submit a full application by February 8, 2027.

- The funding is divided between up to $50 million for refurbishment and reuse projects and up to $187 million for domestic alternative materials and subcomponents.
- **Key deadline:** Concept papers are due November 20, 2026—18 days from the current date. Contractors and prospective applicants should review the funding opportunity announcement and determine whether they can submit a qualifying concept paper in time.
- Applicants should assess partnerships with domestic manufacturers and grid operators, as identified in the opportunity, when shaping project proposals.
- DOE anticipates additional supply-chain funding announcements in 2027, indicating potential follow-on opportunities for businesses serving the electric-grid equipment market.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 30, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
- DOE Office of Electricity

### Sources
- [Energy Department Announces Over $230 Million Funding Opportunity to Strengthen America's Grid Supply Chain and Lower Electricity Costs | Department of Energy](https://www.energy.gov/articles/energy-department-announces-over-230-million-funding-opportunity-strengthen-americas-grid) - DOE