Assistance Listing 11.042
CHIPS Research and Development
Department of Commerce · National Institute of Standards and Technology
Assistance Listing 11.042, “CHIPS Research and Development,” is a federal program administered by Department of Commerce. It provides grant, other financial assistance and cooperative agreement assistance. GrantsJunction currently tracks 0 open, 0 forecasted and 2 closed opportunities under this listing. The agency reported $2.46M in obligations for fiscal year 2025.
Program objective
The CHIPS Research and Development Office (CHIPS R&D) aims to accelerate the development and commercial deployment of foundational semiconductor and microelectronics technologies by establishing, connecting, and providing access to domestic tools, resources, workers, and facilities. The funding and programming provided by CHIPS R&D will support research and development in semiconductor-related areas including but not limited to materials & substrates; capital equipment; metrology; design; assembly & manufacturing; and software. These programs will support collaboration across large and small businesses; educational institutions; eligible federally funded research & development centers (FFRDCs); Manufacturing USA institutes; non-profit organizations; and government. CHIPS R&D will cultivate a vibrant and self-sustaining U.S. domestic semiconductor ecosystem that revitalizes American manufacturing; grows a skilled and diverse workforce; and leads the world in semiconductor research and innovation.
As published in the SAM.gov Assistance Listing.
Current opportunities under 11.042
No open or forecasted opportunities are currently posted under this listing. Programs often post notices on an annual cycle — see recently closed opportunities below for timing.
Eligible applicants (program level)
- Other
- Nonprofit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
- Not-for-Profit Organization
Specific eligibility requirements will be detailed in each Notice of Funding Opportunity.
Program-level eligibility from SAM.gov. Each funding notice sets its own requirements.
Reported obligations by fiscal year
Historical data · not a predictionRange and average of financial assistance (from the listing): The value of any direct funding (grant, cooperative agreement, or other transaction agreement), will vary based on the funding opportunity and program office within CHIPS R&D.
Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listing 11.042. Hatched bars are agency estimates. These totals do not indicate approval rates.Recently closed under 11.042
| Opportunity | Status | Award range | Closes | ALN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHIPS Research and Development Office (CRDO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)National Institute of Standards and Technology | Closed | From $10M | Sep 15, 2026 | 11.042 |
Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant ProgramsNational Institute of Standards and Technology | Closed | Amount not specified | Sep 15, 2026 | 11.042, 11.609, 11.619, 11.620 |
Frequently asked questions
What is ALN 11.042?
11.042 is the Assistance Listing Number for “CHIPS Research and Development.” Assistance Listing Numbers (formerly CFDA numbers) identify federal assistance programs; individual grant opportunities reference the listing they are funded under.
Who can apply under ALN 11.042?
The SAM.gov listing names these applicant types: Other, Nonprofit Organization, For-Profit Organization and Not-for-Profit Organization. Each funding notice under the program sets its own eligibility, so check the specific opportunity.
How much funding does 11.042 provide?
The agency reported $2,458,252 in obligations for FY2025 in the SAM.gov Assistance Listing. These are program-wide totals reported by the agency, not a prediction of future awards.