Open Data Framework

National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Published: Apr 27, 2026

Updated: Apr 30, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

Grant tender: Open Data Framework. From National Institute of Food and Agriculture in United States, agriculture & food security. Submission deadline Jun 2026.

This is a grants contract in the agriculture and food security sector. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 923,325. Proposals must be submitted before June 26, 2026.

Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the agriculture and food security sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The purpose of ODF, under assistance listing 10.233, is to build frameworks to create neutral and secure data repositories and cooperatives where producers, universities and nonprofit entities can store and share data in ways that will foster agricultural innovation, support technological progress, profitability, and increase production efﬁciencies. The program prioritizes frameworks that address farm and ranch profitability, new markets and uses for agricultural products, invasive species, soil health to regenerate long-term productivity, or improving human health through precision nutrient and food quality.

Agency: Angela Tatum
Policy Specialist

CFDA: 10.233

Eligible Applicants: Eligibility Requirements
Applicants for the ODF must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the federal awards process.

Applications will only be accepted from organizations, not from individuals. Organizations may include state agricultural experiment stations, colleges and universities, research institutions and organizations, private organizations, foundations or corporations, federal agencies, National laboratories.

Applicant Types: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Cost Sharing: No

More Info: Open Data Framework — https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/open-data-framework

Contact: Angela Tatum
Policy Specialist

Email: grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov

Data provenance

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About National Institute of Food and Agriculture

National Institute of Food and Agriculture has issued 21 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 17 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Agriculture & Food Security, Research & Innovation, and Education & Training. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: June 12, 2026.

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Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 26, 2026. You have 12 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by National Institute of Food and Agriculture in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Grants contract in the Agriculture & Food Security sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $923,325 - $923,325. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.