[Golden Field Office](https://www.energy.gov/eere/golden-field-office)

July 24, 2026: Full application submission deadline

$250,000–$7,500,000 per award | ~$50 million total program funding | Up to 40 awards expected

Supports the development, efficiency, and use of Tribal energy resources to advance Tribal sovereignty and energy infrastructure for the benefit of Tribes and their members.

No cost sharing or matching required.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, administered by the U.S. Department of Energy's Golden Field Office and the Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs, aims to advance affordable, reliable, and secure energy development on Tribal lands. The program is designed to benefit Tribes and their members by supporting projects that enhance Tribal sovereignty through energy development, energy efficiency, and increased use of Tribal energy resources. Projects may fall under three topic areas: - **Topic Area 1:** Construction of energy assets and projects to serve the electric loads and energy needs of Tribal communities. - **Topic Area 2:** Completion of all pre-development activities necessary for the deployment of community-scale energy projects. - **Topic Area 3:** Pre-development activities for large-scale commercial development of Tribal energy resources, strengthening Tribal energy and economic infrastructure. DOE expects to make approximately $50 million available for new awards under this opportunity. Projects are intended to support Tribal self-determination, energy security, economic development, and environmental stewardship. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Application Deadline:** July 24, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Range:** $250,000 (minimum) to $7,500,000 (maximum) per award - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $50,000,000 - **Expected Number of Awards:** Up to 40 --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** - Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) - Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) - **Other Key Eligibility Notes:** - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. - All work must be performed in the United States unless a waiver is granted by DOE. - Applicants must certify that neither they nor their project participants are Entities of Concern as defined by federal law. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via the [IE-Exchange portal](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/). - Required forms and templates, including technical volume templates, budget justification, biosketches, and eligibility statements, are available on the program page. - Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and DOE eXCHANGE. - Letters of commitment from subrecipients and third-party cost-share providers (if applicable) are required. - All questions regarding the NOFO should be submitted to [TribalGrants@hq.doe.gov](mailto:TribalGrants@hq.doe.gov) no later than three business days prior to the deadline. - An informational webinar will be held on April 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET ([register here](https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_6IH9onlnTEGGEU2TXAcpqQ#/registration)); the recording will be posted online. --- ## Additional Information - The opportunity covers both deployment and pre-development activities for Tribal energy projects. - The program specifically supports projects that will have a direct impact on Tribal communities and infrastructure. - All application materials and frequently asked questions are available on the [IE-Exchange program page](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/). - Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. - Technical support for the application portal is available at [ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov](mailto:ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov). - All work must comply with federal requirements, including NEPA and the Davis-Bacon Act (for construction projects). --- ## External Links - [DOE Golden Field Office](https://www.energy.gov/eere/golden-field-office) - [IE-Exchange Program Page](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/#FoaId107fbc95-0ed9-41d2-9c13-9df7e32af909) - [Full Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361628) - [NOFO Part 1 (PDF)](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/FileContent.aspx?FileID=9e09a2cd-1999-48fa-9262-68a54c5303c5) - [NOFO Part 2 (PDF)](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/FileContent.aspx?FileID=f779b27d-608e-4bec-bda5-ec243e59aaea) - [Webinar Registration](https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_6IH9onlnTEGGEU2TXAcpqQ#/registration) - [FAQs](https://ie-exchange.energy.gov/FAQ.aspx?FoaId=107fbc95-0ed9-41d2-9c13-9df7e32af909) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Purpose | Email/Phone | |-----------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------| | Daniel Kaim | Program contact | daniel.kaim@hq.doe.gov / 240-981-0901 | | TribalGrants@hq.doe.gov | NOFO content questions | [TribalGrants@hq.doe.gov](mailto:TribalGrants@hq.doe.gov) | | ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov | Technical support for IE-Exchange portal | [ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov](mailto:ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov) |

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