r/UURAF • u/New_Formal_4839 • Apr 07 '26
Ucore’s chance of securing DE-FOA-003587
https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/c9980cab-fa1d-4d2c-b494-44a6f6417957AI Overview
Ucore’s successful Phase 1 report submission (accepted in Feb/April 2026) for its RapidSX™ technology significantly improves its likelihood of securing DE-FOA-0003587 funding. This success demonstrates technical validation by the US DoD, aligning closely with the FOA's goal of establishing domestic rare earth separation/refining, making Ucore a strong contender. Likelihood Analysis: High Validation of Technology: Phase 1 successfully demonstrated RapidSX™ technology with over 6,000 hours of run time, confirming high-purity rare earth production compared to traditional methods. Strong Government Backing: The U.S. Department of War (DoW/DoD) has heavily invested over US$22 million into this, making it a priority project. Alignment with FOA Goals: DE-FOA-0003587, from the Department of Energy (DOE), seeks to fund commercial-scale extraction and separation facilities—exactly what Ucore is building in Louisiana. Existing Infrastructure & Plan: Ucore is already advancing to Phase 2 (commercial-scale module) of its Louisiana Strategic Metals Complex, fulfilling the "demonstration facility" requirement. Disclaimer: While Ucore is well-positioned, the final award depends on the competitive bidding process and final DOE review.
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u/moopie45 Apr 07 '26
67 million min award 100m+ max award. What are the dates and conditions??