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Air Force -- Research Lab

The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is the primary scientific research and development center for the United States Air Force. Its mission is to lead the discovery, development, and integration of advanced technologies to enhance air and space capabilities. AFRL is instrumental in identifying funding opportunities and managing grant programs that support innovative research in various fields, including aerospace, materials science, and information technology. By collaborating with academic institutions and industry partners, AFRL fosters advancements that ensure the technological superiority of the Air Force.

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Latest opportunities (13)

The STARBASE grant aims to enhance interest and knowledge in STEM among at-risk 5th grade students through hands-on learning experiences, while also promoting positive self-esteem and teamwork. Eligible applicants include independent school districts within a 10-mile radius of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. To apply, proposals must be submitted via email in PDF or MS Word format, adhering to specific formatting requirements, within 30 days of the posting date.

Deadline: TBD

The grant aims to provide hands-on, immersive STEM programs for K-12 students, enhancing their skills through community service-learning projects and teacher training in Hawaii. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. Applications were due by April 17, 2023, and interested parties can contact Julian Landavazo at Julian.Landavazo@spaceforce.mil for more information.

Deadline: TBD

The grant aims to provide a comprehensive strategy for the Air Force Research Laboratory and the United States Air Force School of Medicine to advance Science and Technology requirements from basic research to technology maturation and transition. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing various applicants, including Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) under specific conditions. Interested parties can apply by submitting a proposal in response to the solicitation, and foreign-owned firms must notify the Contracting Officer before applying.

Deadline: Aug 22, 2044

The PACER grant aims to support pioneering aerospace capabilities, engineering, and research. It is open to all applicants, as there are no restrictions on eligibility. For application details, interested parties can contact Katherine Ryan via email at AFRL.RQ.PACERBAA@us.af.mil.

Deadline: May 10, 2043

The grant aims to provide funding opportunities as detailed in the full announcement available on SAM.gov. Eligibility is open to miscellaneous applicants, though specific criteria are not detailed. Applications must be submitted following the instructions on SAM.gov, as submissions through Grants.gov will not be accepted.

Deadline: Sep 9, 2029

The grant aims to provide funding with a cost ceiling of $49 million for projects from July 18, 2024, to July 18, 2029. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing any interested parties to apply. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent through the Valid Eval portal, and for further inquiries, they can contact Mariah Salazar at mariah.salazar@us.af.mil.

Deadline: Jul 18, 2029

The grant aims to support various projects as outlined in the full opportunity announcement available on SAM.gov. Eligibility is open to miscellaneous applicants, but specific criteria are not detailed. To apply, interested parties must follow the instructions provided on SAM.gov, as submissions through Grants.gov are not accepted.

Deadline: May 22, 2029

The grant aims to support various projects, although specific details about the purpose are not provided in the description. Eligibility is open to miscellaneous applicants, which may include a range of organizations or individuals. To apply, interested parties should refer to the application link provided in the description.

Deadline: Dec 5, 2028

The grant aims to solicit white papers and potentially technical and cost proposals for research related to the Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS) initiative by the Air Force Research Laboratory and the USAF School of Aerospace Medicine. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing a wide range of applicants to participate. Interested parties can apply by submitting white papers in response to the announcement FA2384-24-S-2233, with further inquiries directed to the provided contact email.

Deadline: Sep 30, 2027

The grant is aimed at soliciting white papers and potentially technical and cost proposals for research related to the Continuing Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement, focusing on supplies necessary for national defense. Eligibility is unrestricted, allowing any interested parties to apply. Interested applicants can submit their proposals and inquiries via email to the provided contact address.

Deadline: Sep 30, 2027

The grant aims to provide funding opportunities, with specific submission guidelines requiring all applications to be submitted through SAM.gov rather than Grants.gov. Eligible applicants include various miscellaneous entities, though specific criteria are not detailed. To apply, interested parties must follow the instructions provided on SAM.gov, as outlined in the full opportunity announcement.

Deadline: Sep 30, 2026

The grant aims to expand domestic production capability and capacity under the Defense Production Act Title III. Eligible applicants include both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, while government organizations and individuals are not solicited. To apply, interested parties should submit white papers via the specified email, with the submission period open until July 12, 2026.

Deadline: Jul 12, 2026