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CHIPS R&D Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

CHIPS R&D BAA — White Paper

Funds microelectronics teams in the United States through CHIPS BAA with practical support for near market technology development.

The CHIPS R&D Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), released September 24, 2025, is the primary live channel for all research and development funding under the $11 billion appropriation authorized by CHIPS Act Section 9906. White papers may be submitted on a rolling basis through September 30, 2029 and are reviewed as soon as practicable after submission. The minimum award is $10 million per project; t

Microelectronics R&D with nexus to Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing, Commercialisation of Innovation, and Standards Development.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.30 Sept 2029
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.nist.gov