Assistance Listings Biobased Market Development and Access Grant Program (BDAP)
Overview
Objectives
The program provides grants for domestic Integrated Demonstration Units (IDUs) to applicants using agricultural commodities as feedstock and who have successfully completed Phase I of the 9003 Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance application process and received greenlight invitation letters.
Examples of Funded Projects
Not Applicable.
Assistance Listing Description
Financial Information
| Obligation(s) | FY 23 | FY 24 (est.) | FY 25 (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Grants Total | $0 | $0 | $200,000,000 |
| Totals | $0 | $0 | $200,000,000 |
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Up to $10 million per award.
Accomplishments
Not Applicable.
Account Identification
12-0115-0-1-452
Criteria for Applying
Types of Assistance
B - Project Grants
Credentials and Documentation
Grant applicants must have successfully completed Phase I of the application process and received a Greenlight Letter into Phase 2 in the 9003 Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance program. 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.
Applicant Eligibility
Designations
Federally Recognized lndian Tribal Governments, State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals), Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals, Other public institution/organization, U.S. Territories and possessions, Individual/Family, Minority group, Specialized group (e.g. health professionals, students, veterans), Small business (less than 500 employees), Profit organization, Other private institutions/organizations, State, Anyone/general publicApplicants using agricultural commodities as feedstock and who have successfully completed Phase I of the 9003 Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Assistance (9003) application process and received greenlight invitation letters to Phase 2 of the 9003 program and demonstrating a need to execute an IDU. To be eligible for the grant, a project must meet the eligibility requirements costs associated with building an integrated demonstration unit and/or costs associated with paying for an existing domestic integrated demonstration unit to run their campaign. Project must also be using an agriculture commodity-based feedstock. Projects must be using the feedstock that was proposed with their initial submission. The term “agricultural commodity” means— wheat, cotton, flax, corn, dry beans, oats, barley, rye, rice, peanuts, soybeans, sugar beets, sugar cane, tomatoes, grain sorghum, sunflowers, raisins, oranges, sweet corn, dry peas, freezing and canning peas, forage, apples, grapes, potatoes, timber and forests, oilseed plants, nursery crops, livestock, citrus, and other fruits and vegetables, nuts, tame hay, native grass, hemp, aquatic plants propagated or reared in a controlled or selected environment, or any other derivative of such agricultural commodities including agricultural residues and woody biomass but excluding stored grain.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Designations
Beneficiary eligibility is the same as applicant eligibility.Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Funds are available until expended. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: Funds are provided on a reimbursable basis or advance on a case-by-case basis.
Use of Assistance
Designations
EnergyCosts associated with building an integrated demonstration unit and/or costs associated with paying for an existing domestic integrated demonstration unit to run demonstration campaign. Project must also be using an agriculture commodity-based feedstock. Projects must be using the feedstock that was proposed with their initial submission.Costs associated with building an integrated demonstration unit and/or costs associated with paying for an existing domestic integrated demonstration unit to run demonstration campaign. Project must also be using an agriculture commodity-based feedstock. The term “agricultural commodity” means— wheat, cotton, flax, corn, dry beans, oats, barley, rye, rice, peanuts, soybeans, sugar beets, sugar cane, tomatoes, grain sorghum, sunflowers, raisins, oranges, sweet corn, dry peas, freezing and canning peas, forage, apples, grapes, potatoes, timber and forests, oilseed plants, nursery crops, livestock, citrus, and other fruits and vegetables, nuts, tame hay, native grass, hemp, aquatic plants propagated or reared in a controlled or selected environment, or any other derivative of such agricultural commodities including agricultural residues and woody biomass but excluding stored grain. Projects must be using the feedstock that was proposed with their initial submission.
Applying for Assistance
Deadlines
Preapplication Coordination
Preapplication coordination is required. Environmental impact information is not required for this program. This program is excluded from coverage under E.O. 12372. Grant applicants must have successfully completed Phase I of the 9003 program application process and received a Greenlight Letter.
Application Procedures
2 CFR 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards applies to this program. Grant applicants must have successfully completed Phase I of the 9003 program application process and received a Greenlight Letter.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
To be eligible for the grant, a project must meet the eligibility requirements costs associated with building an integrated demonstration unit and/or costs associated with paying for an existing domestic integrated demonstration unit to run their campaign. Project must also be utilizing an agriculture commodity-based feedstock. The term “agricultural commodity” means— wheat, cotton, flax, corn, dry beans, oats, barley, rye, rice, peanuts, soybeans, sugar beets, sugar cane, tomatoes, grain sorghum, sunflowers, raisins, oranges, sweet corn, dry peas, freezing and canning peas, forage, apples, grapes, potatoes, timber and forests, oilseed plants, nursery crops, livestock, citrus, and other fruits and vegetables, nuts, tame hay, native grass, hemp, aquatic plants propagated or reared in a controlled or selected environment, or any other derivative of such agricultural commodities including agricultural residues and woody biomass but excluding stored grain.
Award Procedure
Successful applicants will receive a signed notice of Federal award, containing instructions on requirements necessary to proceed with execution and performance of the award. The agency will consider up to 100% advance payments on a case-by-case basis. No advances or reimbursements are made before a signed notice of Federal award.
Date Range for Approval/Disapproval
From 60 to 90 days.
Renewals
On a case-by-case basis and in accordance with the grant agreement.
Appeals
Not Applicable.
Compliance Requirements
Policy Requirements
Subpart B, General provisions
Subpart C, Pre-Federal Award Requirements and Contents of Federal Awards
Subpart D, Post Federal; Award Requirements
Subpart E, Cost Principles
Subpart F, Audit Requirements
Not Applicable
Additional Information:
Reports
Program Reports: Performance reporting will be on an annual basis for a period of 2 years post construction. The construction period is to be completed within 18 months of the execution of the grant agreement. Cash Reports: Financial reporting is required two times per fiscal year during the construction period, following the execution of the grant agreement. Progress Reports: Financial reporting is required two times per fiscal year during the construction period, following the execution of the grant agreement. During the construction period, a performance report for construction progress will also be required bi-monthly. Following completion of construction, performance reporting is required for a period of 2 years. Expenditure Reports: Yes, expenditure reports are required during the construction period of the grant award, which is 18 months from the date of the full execution of the grant agreement. Performance Reports: Quarterly report in the first 18 months will be required and, in the follow-up, reporting years, annual reporting will be required. Performance reporting will be on an annual basis for a period of 2 years post construction. The construction period is to be completed within 18 months of the execution of the grant agreement.
Audits
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-2/subtitle-A/chapter-II/part-200/subpart-F
Records
Records associated with the project are required to be maintained for 3 years from final completion.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
Not Applicable.
Formula and Matching Requirements
Contact Information
Regional or Local Locations:
None.Headquarters Office:
1400 Independence Av SW Stop 3201,
Washington, DC 20250
EnergyPrograms@USDA.gov
202-205-2421