Stewardship Science Grant Program

Department Of Energy

(1) To grow the U.S. scientific community through university involvement in areas of fundamental science and technology relevant to stockpile stewardship; (2) to promote and sustain scientific interactions between the academic community and scientists at the NNSA laboratories; (3) to train scientists in specific areas of long-term research relevant to stockpile stewardship; (4) to increase the availability of unique experimental facilities sited at NNSA's laboratories to the academic community,

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Helps scientists and engineers improve the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile. Provides funding for research and technology development in nuclear security.

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Funding
Contact for details
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Defense & National Security
Organization
Department Of Energy

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What Is This Program?

The Nationโ€™s nuclear weapons stockpile is a vital part of our national security infrastructure. Ensuring that this deterrent is second to none requires the best science and technology, especially in this post-nuclear-testing era. Having top tier scientists and engineers in the areas critical to stockpile stewardship is the only way to ensure the best science and technology. The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) supports this effort through the Office of Defense Programs.

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Review the program guidelines
  • Prepare the required documents
  • Submit the application through the designated portal
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
http://www.nnsa.energy.gov/contact-us
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support/reference are required.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

terri.stone@nnsa.doe.gov
3019037423

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