The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity is seeking applications for its Bioprocessing Research Infrastructure Program.
Donor Name: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State: Illinois
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 02/16/2026
Size of the Grant: More than $1 million
Grant Duration: 2 Years
Details:
As the biomanufacturing market continues to grow, with continued investments and expansions in infrastructure, Illinois has the existing industry, feed stock, and talented workforce to be a global leader in this market. This 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 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.
Funding Information
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.
Grant Period
February 1, 2026 through February 1, 2028.
Eligible Expenses
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, including scientific instruments and apparatuses with a long useful life.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Applicants include:
- Educational Organizations
- Non-profit Organizations
- Eligible entities include eligible applicants that also meet the following guidelines:
- Proposed project must have been previously designated as a Technology Hub by the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (Tech Hubs) program.
- Applicant must be located in DCEO’s East Central economic development region.
For more information, visit DCEO.
