Following the Unlock the Value program launch on September 19, 2007, you have until January 21, 2008 to register as a participant and submit your Phase 1 proposal. Watch the News Updates section for any changes to the program or schedule.
Dates and deadlines for Phases 3 and 4 will be determined based on the need for additional testing and evaluation of proposals received to bring about commercial scale implementation.
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Activity
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Duration
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Date |
| Program launch |
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September 19, 2007 |
| Deadline for submitting Phase 1 proposals |
7 months |
April 30, 2008 |
| Proposal evaluation by expert panel |
2 months |
May 1 - July 13, 2008 |
| Notification of Phase 2 eligibility |
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By July 13, 2008 |
| Deadline for submitting Phase 2 proposals |
2 months |
September 15, 2008 |
| Evaluation and development of Phase 2 proposals (scope of work) |
2 months |
September 15 - November 17, 2008 |
| Phase 3 Development Services Agreement completed for eligible participants |
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To be determined |
| Phase 3: Proof of concept testing |
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To be determined |
| Phase 4: Commercial scale implementation and economic evaluation |
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To be determined |
| Award $10 million performance bonus for successful approach |
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To be determined |
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