Regional Quantum Information Science and Technology Program
Illinois Regional Quantum Program
CSFA Number: 420-35-3427
STATE AGENCY INFORMATION
Agency Name
Department Of Commerce And Economic Opportunity (420)
Agency Contact
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Short Description
Illinois is a national leader in quantum sciences. The Regional Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST) Program will bring together the top academic, technology, defense, and manufacturing entities, in partnership with federal, state, and local governments, to advance innovations in quantum technology, support national security priorities, and develop the diverse talent pipeline needed to support a robust quantum workforce. The Regional QIST Program will be home to shared research and development facilities, buildings, and equipment to support advanced manufacturing associated with quantum sciences.
Federal Authorization
N/A
Illinois Statue Authorization
Build Illinois Act (30 ILCS 750/8-3); P.A. 103-0006, Art. 133, Sec. 25 (2024)
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
N/A
Objective
The intent is to invest capital resource to build, manage, and maintain a quantum program that will consist of site readiness, land acquisition, prototyping, constructing facilities and equipment, testing and evaluation, and conducting quantum research to advance innovation in quantum sciences, support national security initiatives, and promote long-term economic development throughout the state.
UGA Program Terms
Grant specific terms and conditions will be set with each grantee
Eligible Applicants
Government Organizations; Education Organizations; Nonprofit Organizations; For-Profit Organizations; Small Businesses;
Applicant Eligibility
Grantees must be identified by DCEO and be able to fulfill the specialized roles and responsibilities needed to carry out the goals and intent of the Regional Quantum Information Science and Technology Program
Beneficiary Eligibility
N/A
Types of Assistance
Non-competitive
Subject / Service Area
Economic Development
Credentials / Documentation
Grantees must prove and establish that they have the expertise required to construct, manage, and maintain aspects of the Regional Quantum Information Science and Technology Program. Given the highly technical and specialized nature of this program, grantees of this program will be selected and vetted and will enter into negotiations with DCEO prior to any funds being administered.
Preapplication Coordination
Yes, given the highly technical and specialized nature of this program, grantees of this program will be selected and vetted and will enter into agreement with DCEO prior to any funds being administered
Application Procedures
Submissions as determined by DCEO for each agreement of use of funds.
Criteria Selecting Proposals
Given the highly technical and specialized nature of this program, grantees of this program will be selected and vetted and will enter into agreement with DCEO prior to any funds being administered
Award Procedures
Award procedures as determined by DCEO for each agreement for use of funds.
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
30-60 days
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 after the date that the grant award notice has been published. 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 determined by DCEO and documented in each agreement for use of funds
Reports
Reports will be determined by DCEO for each agreement for use of funds.
Account Identification
971-42091-4900-2400; 135-25. BI-B: Quantum Manufacturing; 971-42018-4400-1324; 136-2374. BI-B Enterprise Fund (24)
Obligations
PY: $0; CY: $200,000,000 ; BY: $200,000,000
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
up to $200,000,000
Program Accomplishments
The goal of this program is to create a world-class quantum program that brings together public and private stakeholders to make significant advancements in quantum sciences, including national security, and build the associated workforce.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
N/A
Regional or Local Assistance Location
N/A
Headquarters Office
500 East Monroe Springfield, IL 62701 and 555 W Monroe St, 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60661
FUNDING INFORMATION
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2025 : $225,000,000
FY 2026 : $200,000,000
FY 2027 : $100,000,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
| Agency ID | Award Range | Application Range |
ACTIVE AWARDS
| Agency ID | Grantee Name | Start Date | End Date | Amount |
| 25-391001 | Related Chicago 8080 LLC | 07/15/2024 | 07/15/2034 | 30,000,000 |