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Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation

Argonne Natl Lab - DOE Contractor · IL 60439

Argonne Natl Lab - DOE Contractor in the United States is inviting bids for “Chain Reaction Innovations - Energy Technology Innovation”. Bids close on 30 October 2026, 05:00 EDT. Reference: 6-BB47-P-00203-00. Who can bid: Applicants must apply as individuals, not companies or organizations; Technical leads need at least 5 years of technology R&D experience. askTender lists every requirement to qualify and checks whether your company meets them.

The tender in brief

A US lab fellowship for individual energy technology innovators with 5 years of R&D experience

Chain Reaction Innovations at Argonne National Laboratory selects individual innovators for its 2027 cohort. Selected innovators receive a stipend, health benefits, lab space and technical collaboration for up to 24 months, with a possible one-year renewal, under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement. The work covers physical science and energy technologies, from proof-of-concept to proof-of-product.

Who can win it

  • Applicants must apply as individuals, not companies or organizations
  • Technical leads need at least 5 years of technology R&D experience
  • Technical leads must be US citizens or lawful permanent residents

Key facts

Procedure
Solicitation
Contract period
Up to 24 months, with a possible one-year renewal
How bids are judged
Project leader, project concept and technology fit criteria
Published
21 Jul 2026
Reference
6-BB47-P-00203-00

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