Integrated Data Systems Services

The Integrated Data Systems and Services (IDSS) grant, issued by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), supports the creation and operation of national-scale cyberinfrastructure systems that enable advanced data-driven and artificial intelligence-supported research, education, and innovation across scientific and engineering disciplines. This funding opportunity is managed by the Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure (OAC), which has a longstanding commitment to developing computational and data infrastructure through initiatives such as Cyberinfrastructure for Sustained Scientific Innovation (CSSI) and Campus Cyberinfrastructure (CC*). The IDSS program builds upon this legacy by prioritizing systems that can operate at a national level and serve broad, multidisciplinary scientific communities rather than single domains. The program accepts applications under three categories. Category I supports the development, deployment, and sustained operation of entirely new, national-scale integrated data systems and services. These projects may interface with existing capabilities and infrastructure where relevant. Category II is intended for scaling up existing regional, pilot, or prototype systems to production-level national systems. This also includes the enhancement and expansion of current national-scale systems. Finally, Category III offers planning grants for those seeking to explore future opportunities for either new system development or the scaling and enhancement of existing systems. All projects are expected to have a demonstrable impact on the national research community and advance open science through data and AI-enabled research. This opportunity provides substantial funding, with an estimated total program funding of $60 million. Individual awards may range from $500,000 to a ceiling of $30 million, depending on the category and scope of the project. Up to nine awards are expected. Importantly, there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement associated with this funding opportunity, which may encourage broader participation from a variety of eligible institutions. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based institutions of higher education (both two- and four-year colleges, including community colleges), nonprofit non-academic organizations directly involved in research or education, and federal agencies or Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs). Specific eligibility limitations are detailed in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG), particularly for FFRDCs and federal agencies. For proposals involving U.S. institutions with international branch campuses, applicants must justify why project activities cannot be conducted at the U.S. campus and explain the benefits of the proposed international site. All applications must be submitted by December 4, 2025. There is no indication of a rolling deadline, but the language in the solicitation suggests the potential for future opportunities, though recurrence is not explicitly stated. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact one of the Cognizant Program Officers listed in the full solicitation (NSF Publication 25-544) to ensure their project aligns with the goals of the program. This is especially recommended for clarifying project scope and appropriate budget considerations. For additional details and access to the complete program solicitation, applicants are directed to NSF Publication 25-544. For technical assistance with Grants.gov or difficulties accessing the announcement, contact NSF's support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact a Cognizant Program Officer to discuss project alignment and budget.