Description
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to promote bioprocessing in Illinois by providing assistance with the infrastructure and capital equipment necessary to expand bioprocessing training and research capacity in the state. The purpose of this program is to invest in capital projects that increase bioprocessing company development in Illinois, increase undergraduate student training opportunities in bioprocessing in Illinois, and increase training opportunities for existing industry workers in bioprocessing in Illinois.
• The program will further solidify Illinois' leadership with investments in world-class pilot scale infrastructure and by providing equitable and affordable access to the industry’s equipment to students.
• The grant program is utilizing state funds appropriated by Public Act 104-0003.
• Total amount of funding expected to be awarded through this NOFO is $7,700,000.
• Awards will range from $100,000 to $7,700,000.
• Eligible projects may only include capital costs.
• Eligible expenses for Rebuild Illinois Capital funds include architectural planning and engineering design, land and building acquisition, costs related to site selection, preparation, and improvement, utility work, new construction of buildings and structures, reconstruction or improvement of existing buildings or structures, and original furnishings and durable equipment.