Open Data Framework

Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture

10.233 -- Open Data Framework

Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026

Description

The Open Data Framework program will build a framework needed to create a neutral and secure data repository and cooperative where producers, universities and nonprofit entities can store and share data in ways that will foster agricultural innovation and will support technological progress, production efﬁciencies, and environmental stewardship.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

Other

Additional information

Applicants for the Open Data Framework (ODF) must meet all the requirements discussed in this RFA. 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 Grants Overview provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the Federal awards process.

Grantor contact information

Description

NIFA Support Key Information: Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays

Email

If you have any questions related to preparing application content.

grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov

Documents

File name	Description	Last updated
FY22-ODF-RFA-508-F.pdf	FY2022-Open Data Framework-RFA	Jun 10, 2022 06:36 PM UTC

Link to additional information

Open Data Framework

Archived: August 13, 2022

Application process

This site is a work in progress. Go to www.grants.gov to apply, track application status, and subscribe to updates.

Award

$960,000

Program Funding

Expected awards

$50,000

Award Minimum

$960,000

Award Maximum

Funding opportunity number:

USDA-NIFA-OTHER-009241

Cost sharing or matching requirement:

Funding instrument type:

Grant

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

Opportunity Category Explanation:

Category of Funding Activity:

Agriculture

Category Explanation:

History

Version:

Posted date:

June 10, 2022

Archive date:

August 13, 2022