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Graduated Lab Space Incentive Program

Delaware Division of Small Business / Delaware Economic Development AuthorityNo deadline listed

Summary

Early-stage and small-to-medium R&D companies in or moving to Delaware can get a grant covering up to one-third of new lab fit-out or building costs (max $70/sq. ft., up to 50,000 sq. ft.) if they create quality full-time jobs and occupy the space at least 5 years.

About this grant

Grants for existing and relocating companies that need new laboratory space, covering up to one-third of fit-out or building costs for the lab portion of a facility. The maximum grant is $70 per square foot for up to 50,000 square feet, and offices, common areas and warehouse space are excluded. The program targets early-stage and small-to-medium companies; priority goes to wet-lab industries. No application deadline is published.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Applicant should be scaling and commercializing the entity's research and development

Applicant must demonstrate financial stability

Applicant must provide proof of property ownership, or a letter of intent to lease from the building owner

Applicant must establish that the improvement will create direct, quality, full-time jobs

Applicant must occupy and operate in the funded lab space for a minimum of 5 years after completion

Applicant must be in good standing in Delaware and hold required business and professional licenses

Priority to wet-lab oriented industries such as advanced materials, chemistry and biotechnology

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Technology
  • Life sciences
  • Economic development

Money can be used for

  • Facilities
  • Construction
  • R&D
  • Expansion

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