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Accelerate R2 Network Challenge

Department of Commerce (DOC)

Opportunity Information

The purpose of this program is to create a strategic nationwide network of organizations working to address disaster response and resiliency (R2) challenges with innovative technologies. https://www.eda.gov/oie/accelerate-r2/

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The purpose of this program is to create a strategic nationwide network of organizations working to address disaster response and resiliency (R2) challenges with innovative technologies. https://www.eda.gov/oie/accelerate-r2/

Program Amount

$1,000,000

Application Deadline

Letter of Intent by 1/8/2020 and application by 3/11/2020

Formula-based

A minimum of 50% matching requirement

Eligible Applicants

State, Tribe, city, or other political subdivision of a state, an entity whose application is supported by a state or a political subdivision of a state, or a consortium of any of these entities

Objectives

Funds to create a nationwide network or networks that will enable and support innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and investors to bring transformative technologies into the response and resiliency markets

Personnel

Stakeholders such as first responders and public safety officials

Equipment

Nationwide network technologies

NOFO Language

The Accelerate R2 Network Challenge is a new grant program designed to connect stakeholders in the disaster response and resiliency industries across geographies to accelerate the pace at which startups, established corporations, and other organizations bring technological innovations into the market.

Interpretation

While NG911 is not specifically mentioned, recipients should consider creating innovative solutions for NG911 and first responders.