The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals (NIIMBL) is pleased to announce Project Call 10.1 for technology and workforce development projects. NIIMBL expects to launch a combined $8 million of project activities to address U.S. competitiveness in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
The concept deadline is September 9, 2026, at 5 pm ET. Submitters must be NIIMBL members.
NIIMBL has launched a new proposal and reporting submission platform, NIIMBL Gateway. All proposers and subject matter expert reviewers must create a new account and obtain new login credentials to access the system. To request a NIIMBL Gateway account, visit gateway.niimbl.org and click the Register card to submit an account request.
For an overview of how to submit your concept in the new NIIMBL Gateway, please the video and instructional guide.
NIIMBL will host a Concept Stage Webinar on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 1:30pm ET to review the RFP Concept Stage requirements and answer questions. The webinar is open to members and non-members interested in Project Call 10.1. Please register for access information.
Project Calls give NIIMBL members the opportunity to work collaboratively on solutions to current biopharmaceutical technology and talent development challenges.
| August 3, 2026 | RFP Release |
| August 14, 2026 (1:30pm ET) | Concept Stage Webinar |
| September 9, 2026 (5 pm ET) | Concept Paper Due |
| September 29 – October 2, 2026 | Virtual Project Call 10.1 Summit |
| October 19, 2026 | Invitation to Full Proposal |
| January 7, 2027 (5 pm ET) | Full Proposal Due |
| January 2027 | Proposal Review |
| February 9, 2027 | Award Decisions Announced |
If you have questions regarding the NIIMBL eXperience RFA, contact us at [email protected].
We offer a variety of membership options that give you the flexibility to choose your organization’s level of engagement based on technology interests and priorities.
