Opportunity Information: Apply for DE FOA 0003297
This notice is a heads-up from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy that it plans to release a formal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) in the near term called "Clean Energy Technology Deployment on Tribal Lands - 2024" (intended FOA number DE-FOA-0003298). The document is not the actual solicitation and it is not accepting applications. Its purpose is simply to alert potential applicants so they can begin planning, lining up partners, and completing required registrations ahead of time. DOE also emphasizes that everything in the notice is subject to change, that it will not answer questions at the notice stage, and that an official question-and-answer process will only open after the FOA is formally posted.
At a high level, the planned FOA is designed to fund practical, on-the-ground clean energy and energy resilience projects for Tribal communities. DOE intends to make multiple grant awards to support installation and deployment activities on Tribal Lands, with projects generally expected to run about two to four years in total. That timeline includes a mandatory 12-month verification period, which signals that awardees will be expected to track and document performance after installation (for example, verifying energy production, energy savings, system operation, or resilience outcomes depending on the project type).
Eligibility is targeted to Tribal entities and Tribal-led organizations. DOE plans to solicit applications from Indian Tribes, including Alaska Native Regional Corporations and Alaska Native Village Corporations, as well as Intertribal Organizations and Tribal Energy Development Organizations. The administering DOE office is the Golden Field Office, and the opportunity is associated with CFDA number 81.087 (energy-related assistance). While the source data lists "Eligible Applicants: Unrestricted," the narrative description clearly indicates DOE is focusing this FOA on the Tribal entities and Tribal organizations listed above, so prospective applicants should rely on the FOA language once it is released.
The planned funding is organized into four Areas of Interest, each aligned with a different type and scale of deployment. Area of Interest 1 focuses on Tribal buildings and supports installing clean energy generating systems and/or energy efficiency measures. This could include upgrades that reduce energy use in Tribal facilities as well as on-site generation that directly serves those buildings. Area of Interest 2 shifts from single-building projects to community-scale efforts, supporting deployment of clean energy generation and/or energy storage on Tribal Lands. This category is aimed at broader, shared energy assets that serve a community function rather than just one facility. Area of Interest 3 emphasizes resilience and emergency preparedness by funding integrated energy systems that can operate autonomously from the traditional centralized electric grid. The goal here is to keep essential Tribal buildings powered during outages and emergency situations, or more generally to strengthen community resilience through systems that can run independently when needed. Area of Interest 4 is specifically focused on electrifying Tribal buildings that currently have no electricity service. For this FOA, DOE defines "unelectrified" as buildings that are not connected to the traditional centralized electric grid and also not connected to a stand-alone (isolated) microgrid. In other words, Area 4 targets buildings that currently lack both conventional grid service and access to an existing isolated microgrid, and it supports integrated energy systems or other energy infrastructure needed to provide electricity for the first time.
A key distinction in the notice is how DOE frames building connectivity. For Areas of Interest 1 through 3, the projects are intended for Tribal buildings that are either connected to the traditional centralized electric grid (referred to as "grid-connected") or connected to a stand-alone (isolated) microgrid that already operates independently from the centralized grid. Area of Interest 4 is the exception because it is meant for buildings that have neither of those connections. This matters because it affects the technical approach applicants might propose, the infrastructure that has to be built, and likely the complexity and cost profile of projects across the different areas.
DOE indicates it expects to make multiple grants and that anticipated award sizes will vary by Area of Interest. The notice describes funding ranges of approximately $100,000 to $2,500,000 for some areas and $250,000 to $5,000,000 for others, depending on which Area of Interest a project is proposed under. While the source data also includes fields like "AwardCeiling: 2" and "ExpectedAwards: 0," those appear to reflect placeholder or notice-stage metadata rather than the actual planned award levels described in the narrative. The FOA itself, once issued, is the document that will control final ceilings, floors, cost share requirements if any, and the number of awards.
Timing and submission logistics are also spelled out in a planning-level way. DOE stated it planned to issue the FOA in spring 2024, and that applications would be due about 90 days after the FOA is issued. The notice includes a closing date field of 2024-03-31, but the narrative makes clear that the real application deadline will be tied to the FOA release date rather than the notice itself. When the FOA is posted, applications will be accepted only through IE-Exchange (https://ie-exchange.energy.gov), and DOE is explicit that no applications will be accepted through this Notice of Intent. For people who want to be alerted when the FOA comes out, DOE recommends subscribing to the Office of Indian Energy email newsletter via https://energy.gov/indianenergy.
Finally, the notice includes an important caveat that this is only an intention to issue a funding opportunity, not a guarantee. DOE may issue a FOA as described, it may issue one that differs significantly from what is outlined here, or it may choose not to issue a FOA at all. The practical takeaway is that interested Tribal applicants should use this notice to prepare (especially for registrations and project planning) but should wait for the official FOA for final requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.Apply for DE FOA 0003297
- The Golden Field Office in the energy sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "NOTICE OF INTENT TO ISSUE FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. DE-FOA-0003298, CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY DEPLOYMENT ON TRIBAL LANDS - 2024" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 81.087.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-01-17.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-03-31. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is "Clean Energy Technology Deployment on Tribal Lands - 2024"?
It is a planned Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy. The intended FOA title is "Clean Energy Technology Deployment on Tribal Lands - 2024" and the intended FOA number is DE-FOA-0003298. The purpose of the planned FOA is to fund practical, on-the-ground clean energy and energy resilience projects for Tribal communities on Tribal Lands.
2) Is the current document an open solicitation?
No. The current document is only a notice (a heads-up) that DOE intends to release a formal FOA in the near term. It is not the actual solicitation and it is not accepting applications.
3) Can an application be submitted now based on this notice?
No. DOE states that no applications will be accepted through this Notice of Intent/heads-up notice. Applications would only be submitted after the FOA is formally posted and only through the designated submission system.
4) What is the purpose of issuing this notice if applications are not yet accepted?
The notice is meant to give potential applicants advance awareness so they can prepare. DOE specifically highlights planning activities such as lining up partners and completing required registrations ahead of time, so applicants are ready once the official FOA is released.
5) Who is expected to be eligible to apply?
Based on the narrative description in the notice, DOE is targeting this planned FOA to Tribal entities and Tribal-led organizations, including:
- Indian Tribes
- Alaska Native Regional Corporations
- Alaska Native Village Corporations
- Intertribal Organizations
- Tribal Energy Development Organizations
The notice also includes a source-data field that says "Eligible Applicants: Unrestricted," but the narrative emphasizes a Tribal focus. Final eligibility should be confirmed in the official FOA once posted.
6) Which DOE office is administering this planned opportunity?
The administering DOE office identified in the notice is the Golden Field Office.
7) What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The notice associates the opportunity with CFDA number 81.087 (energy-related assistance).
8) What types of projects does DOE intend to fund?
At a high level, DOE intends to fund clean energy and energy resilience deployment projects for Tribal communities. The notice describes practical installation and deployment activities on Tribal Lands, including clean energy generation, energy efficiency measures, energy storage, and integrated energy systems that support resilience.
9) How is the planned funding organized?
DOE plans to organize the FOA into four Areas of Interest, each aligned with a different type and scale of deployment:
- Area of Interest 1: Tribal buildings - installation of clean energy generating systems and/or energy efficiency measures.
- Area of Interest 2: Community-scale - deployment of clean energy generation and/or energy storage on Tribal Lands.
- Area of Interest 3: Resilience - integrated energy systems that can operate autonomously from the traditional centralized electric grid to keep essential buildings powered during outages/emergencies.
- Area of Interest 4: Electrification - electrifying Tribal buildings that currently have no electricity service (as defined in the notice).
10) What is included under Area of Interest 1 (Tribal buildings)?
Area of Interest 1 focuses on Tribal buildings and supports installing clean energy generating systems and/or energy efficiency measures. This can include building upgrades that reduce energy use and/or on-site generation that serves those buildings.
11) What is included under Area of Interest 2 (Community-scale)?
Area of Interest 2 supports community-scale deployment of clean energy generation and/or energy storage on Tribal Lands. The notice frames this as shared energy assets that serve a community function rather than a single facility.
12) What is included under Area of Interest 3 (Resilience and autonomous operation)?
Area of Interest 3 emphasizes resilience and emergency preparedness. It supports integrated energy systems designed to operate autonomously from the traditional centralized electric grid, with the intent of keeping essential Tribal buildings powered during outages and strengthening community resilience.
13) What is included under Area of Interest 4 (Electrifying unelectrified buildings)?
Area of Interest 4 is specifically focused on providing electricity service to Tribal buildings that currently have no electricity. It supports integrated energy systems or other energy infrastructure needed to provide electricity for the first time to qualifying buildings.
14) How does DOE define "unelectrified" for Area of Interest 4?
For this planned FOA, DOE defines "unelectrified" buildings as those that are not connected to the traditional centralized electric grid and also not connected to a stand-alone (isolated) microgrid. In other words, buildings lacking both conventional grid service and access to an existing isolated microgrid.
15) What is the difference between areas in terms of building connectivity?
The notice draws a clear distinction:
- Areas 1-3: Intended for Tribal buildings that are either (a) connected to the traditional centralized electric grid ("grid-connected") or (b) connected to a stand-alone (isolated) microgrid that already operates independently from the centralized grid.
- Area 4: Intended for buildings that have neither grid connection nor connection to an existing isolated microgrid.
This distinction can affect the technical approach and the amount of infrastructure needed.
16) How long are projects expected to last?
Projects are generally expected to run about two to four years in total, according to the notice.
17) Is there a required post-installation verification period?
Yes. The notice states that the project timeline includes a mandatory 12-month verification period. This signals that awardees will be expected to track and document performance after installation, such as energy production, energy savings, system operation, or resilience outcomes depending on the project type.
18) How many awards does DOE expect to make?
The notice indicates DOE expects to make multiple grant awards. The exact number of awards is not finalized in this notice and will be determined by the official FOA.
19) What is the expected award size?
The notice explains that anticipated award sizes will vary by Area of Interest. It describes approximate ranges of:
- About $100,000 to $2,500,000 for some areas
- About $250,000 to $5,000,000 for others
Final award ceilings/floors and other funding specifics will be controlled by the official FOA when issued.
20) Why do some funding fields in the source data look inconsistent (for example, "AwardCeiling" or "ExpectedAwards")?
The notice notes that certain fields in the source data appear to be placeholder or notice-stage metadata (for example, "AwardCeiling: 2" and "ExpectedAwards: 0") and do not reflect the narrative description of planned award sizes. Applicants should rely on the official FOA for controlling figures and requirements.
21) When does DOE plan to release the FOA?
DOE stated it planned to issue the FOA in spring 2024. The notice emphasizes that plans are subject to change.
22) When would applications likely be due after the FOA is posted?
The notice states that applications would be due about 90 days after the FOA is issued. The actual due date will be specified in the FOA itself.
23) Does the date 2024-03-31 mean the application deadline?
Not necessarily. While the notice includes a closing date field of 2024-03-31, the narrative makes clear that the real application deadline will be tied to the FOA release date rather than the notice itself.
24) How will applications be submitted once the FOA is released?
DOE states that, once the FOA is posted, applications will be accepted only through IE-Exchange at https://ie-exchange.energy.gov.
25) Will DOE answer questions during this notice stage?
No. DOE emphasizes it will not answer questions at the notice stage. An official question-and-answer process will only open after the FOA is formally posted.
26) Can DOE change the details described in this notice?
Yes. DOE states that everything in the notice is subject to change. The official FOA, once posted, will provide final requirements, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions.
27) Is DOE guaranteed to issue the FOA?
No. The notice includes an explicit caveat that this is only an intention to issue a funding opportunity, not a guarantee. DOE may issue a FOA as described, issue a FOA that differs significantly, or choose not to issue a FOA at all.
28) How can interested applicants get notified when the FOA is released?
DOE recommends subscribing to the Office of Indian Energy email newsletter via https://energy.gov/indianenergy for alerts when the FOA is issued.
29) What should prospective applicants do now to prepare?
Based on the notice, the practical preparation steps include early project planning, lining up partners, and completing any required registrations so that the team is ready to apply once the FOA is formally posted and the official Q&A process opens.
30) Where will the final, controlling rules and requirements be found?
The official FOA (once issued) will control final eligibility, funding limits, any cost share requirements (if any), evaluation criteria, submission instructions, and the number of awards.
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