Open Data Framework
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 ef๏ฌciencies. 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 โ https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/open-data-framework
Contact: Angela Tatum
Policy Specialist
Email: grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov
About This Opportunity
This is a grants contract in the agriculture and food security, information and communication technology and Research sectors, with a focus on Food Safety and Innovation. 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.