Relocation and Establishment of R&D NA Headquarters
Relocation and Establishment of R&D NA Headquarters supports organizations relocating and establishing a research and development headquarters through Illinois’ Strategic Economic Development Program.
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Due Dates: November 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM (Application deadline) | October 7, 2026 (Applications open)
Funding Amounts: $5,000,000 estimated total program funding; 1 anticipated award
Summary: Supports the relocation and establishment of a research and development headquarters through Illinois’ Strategic Economic Development Program.
Key Information: Applicants must be pre-qualified for their applications to be considered.
Description
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) administers this opportunity through its Strategic Economic Development Program. It provides state-funded grant support for the relocation and establishment of a research and development headquarters. Headquarters development is the central purpose of the opportunity, which is presented as a strategic economic development initiative rather than support for a specific scientific discipline or individual research study.
The opportunity is designated FY27-1 under CSFA number 420-45-3219. DCEO anticipates one award from an estimated $5 million in total program funding. Applicants must be pre-qualified and complete the requirements described in the NOFO Supplement and accompanying application documents.
