The Research Facilities Act Program (RFAP) offers financial support to institutions for building or upgrading facilities used for agricultural research. This can include construction, renovation, or modernization projects related to food and agricultural sciences.
Who it's for: This grant is open to a wide range of institutions without specific restrictions, meaning many types of organizations involved in agricultural research could qualify.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to submit application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Ineligible project types (not related to agricultural research)
- Incomplete application package
- Lack of necessary institutional approvals
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility
- Institutional approvals
- Environmental impact assessments
- Compliance with federal regulations
- Registration with federal grant systems
- Past performance documentation
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Ensure the project aligns with agricultural research objectives
- Strict adherence to budget and timeline is required
- Potential environmental assessments may be needed
- Compliance with federal construction standards
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The RFAP is open to all types of institutions without specific restrictions. This means that universities, colleges, research institutions, and other organizations involved in agricultural research can apply. There are no limitations on the type of entity, making it broadly accessible to any institution that meets the program's objectives.
Overview
This grant is open to a wide range of institutions without specific restrictions, meaning many types of organizations involved in agricultural research could qualify.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to submit application by the deadline
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
- Ineligible project types (not related to agricultural research)
- Incomplete application package
- Lack of necessary institutional approvals
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for constructing new facilities, altering existing structures, acquiring new buildings, or modernizing and renovating current agricultural research facilities.
Total Program Funding
$121,127,200
Expected Awards
30
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 15, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 17, 2026(31 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 16, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with federal grant systems
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Develop a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather necessary institutional approvals
- Complete environmental impact assessments if required
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations
- Compile past performance documentation
- Collect letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit application by the deadline