DOE Smart Manufacturing Lighthouse Program
CSFA Number: 420-30-3988
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Agency Name
Department Of Commerce And Economic Opportunity (420)
Agency Identification
87-1
Agency Contact
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Short Description
The Smart Manufacturing Lighthouse Program (SMLP) is a program funded by the US Department of Energy and matched with State of Illinois fund to accelerate the adoption of smart manufacturing technologies among small and mid-sized manufacturers (SMMs) in Illinois. DCEO will work with a manufacturing industry partner to provide a range of services, including training, workforce development, technology showcases, and direct implementation to drive smart manufacturing across the state. Key outcomes include connecting manufacturers with technical assistance, implementing smart manufacturing roadmaps, and improving workforce skills.
Federal Authorization
Public Law 117-58 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (referred to as BIL) Section 40534 (codified at 42 U.S.C § 18814.)
Illinois Statue Authorization
20 ILCS 605/605-415
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
N/A
Objective
The objective of the Smart Manufacturing Lighthouse Program (SMLP) is to accelerate the adoption of smart manufacturing technologies among small and mid-sized manufacturers (SMMs) in Illinois, focusing on enhancing economic competitiveness, efficiency, and energy productivity. The program will provide a range of services, including training, workforce development, technology showcases, and direct implementation to drive smart manufacturing across the state. Key outcomes include connecting manufacturers with technical assistance, implementing smart manufacturing roadmaps, and improving workforce skills.
UGA Program Terms
Program terms as outlined in the state grant aligned with state and federal program regulations.
Eligible Applicants
Nonprofit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
Applicant must be identified in State’s Manufacturing Lighthouse Program grant application to the US Department of Energy
Beneficiary Eligibility
N/A
Types of Assistance
Project Grants
Subject / Service Area
Economic Development
Credentials / Documentation
N/A
Preapplication Coordination
Applicant must be identified in State’s Manufacturing Lighthouse Program grant application to the US Department of Energy and coordinate with the state prior to the issuance of grant awards
Application Procedures
N/A
Criteria Selecting Proposals
N/A
Award Procedures
Applicant must be identified in State’s Manufacturing Lighthouse Program grant application to the US Department of Energy. Award procedures as determined by DCEO for each agreement for use of funds.
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
N/A
Appeals
The Merit Based Review process is subject to appeal. However, competitive grant appeals are limited to the evaluation process. Evaluation scores may not be protested. Only the evaluation process is subject to appeal. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the Department within 14 calendar days from the date of the denial letter. The written appeal shall include the name and address of the appealing party, the identification of the grant and a statement of reasons for the appeal. To file an appeal, applicants must submit the appeal in writing and in accordance with the Merit-Based Application Review Appeals Process listed on the Grant Opportunities page of the DCEO website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dceo/AboutDCEO/GrantOpportunities/Pages/MeritAppReview.aspx.
Renewals
Renewals will be determined by DCEO for each agreement for use of funds.
Uses and Restrictions
Restrictions will be documented in each agreement for use of funds in compliance with the federal program and state regulations
Reports
Quarterly reporting using PPR and PFR
Account Identification
552-42030-4900-0099 and 636-42035-4900-0699
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
TBD
Program Accomplishments
Provide outreach to more than 2,500 manufacturing contacts, 6 awareness webinars and 6 in-person technology showcases, provide technical assistance and training to 75 firms on smart manufacturing topics. The project will also provide Lighthouse application award for approximately 30 small or medium sized manufacturers. The team will also work with DOE to determine the impact of the project activities.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
N/A
Regional or Local Assistance Location
Statewide
Headquarters Office
555 W Monroe St, 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60661, 1011 S 2nd St Springfield, IL 62704, 1020 S Spring St Springfield, IL 62704
FUNDING INFORMATION
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
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