Active Government Funding Opportunities

AFRL open BAA for novel aerospace concepts and R&D to mature transformative technologies across TRL levels, enabling study efforts and advanced technology development for warfighter advantage.

Develop innovative detection, characterization, and protective technologies to counter evolving chemical and biological threats across defense, homeland security, and public health sectors. Finalists present solutions at the Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit for potential commercialization partnerships.

Electric grid innovators can access testing and validation services through vouchers worth $50k-$250k to advance pre-commercial transmission and distribution technologies. This support helps startups and entrepreneurs de-risk their innovations before commercialization.

DOE grants help States and local governments adopt building codes that improve affordability, energy efficiency, and resilience. Technical assistance supports jurisdictions in leveraging buildings to meet broader climate and grid stability goals.

States and universities can secure funding to help small manufacturers adopt smart manufacturing technologies and high-performance computing. The program supports workforce training, technical assistance, and direct technology implementation to boost competitiveness.

USDA ARS requests mRNA-sequencing and methyl-bisulfite sequencing analysis services for plant tissue samples in agricultural research.

Air Force Research Laboratory market research for novel thermal and power management architectures enabling integrated enthalpy management, power generation, and thermal systems for reusable hypersonic aircraft.

NGA seeks continuation of Global Services Proxy (GSP) III system for GEOINT dissemination and international partner connectivity, serving as cross-domain network boundary infrastructure.

DHS S&T seeks comments on Basic Ordering Agreements for Phase XI Centers of Excellence research spanning emerging disease, explosives threats, borders, trade, and coastal resilience.

Navy PAE(A) seeks industry concepts for next-generation unmanned carrier-based aircraft with autonomous capabilities, integrating with MQ-25A and CCA for Naval Aviation Enterprise.

Department of Energy solicitation for solid state amplifier procurement. Limited details available; full documentation accessible through SAM.gov contacts.

AFGSC seeks a reusable, rocket-powered VTOL aircraft prototype that transitions to horizontal flight, integrating autonomous controls, advanced propulsion, and cryogenic systems. This addresses the Air Force's need to mature critical technologies for future long-range strike and responsive operational capabilities.

ERDC's patented CyanoSTUN™ technology uses UV-C light to rapidly eliminate harmful algal blooms in freshwater reservoirs without toxic chemicals. This webinar explores licensing and commercialization opportunities for companies seeking to scale an innovative, field-tested solution addressing a critical water quality challenge.

VA seeks discovery and disclosure platform for unified information management. Request for Information to identify potential technology solutions for healthcare data integration.

DoD TReX II OTA for Training Risk Assurance, Compliance, and Evaluation (TRACE) system prototype development. Innovation solicitation for military readiness modeling and simulation platforms.

Procurement of flex hoses and related hose systems for Department of Energy operations.

R&D BAA addressing subsistence logistics in contested environments, focusing on agile procurement, smart packaging with sensors, and autonomous distribution systems for warfighter sustainment.

Market research for ASW/USW tactical planning software development. Navy seeks vendors to enhance ASPECT optimization and reconstruction capabilities using emerging technologies.

Develop and deliver an advanced, hands-on training solution for TACP personnel on emerging tactical communications systems, networks, and multi-domain operations. The prototype must be adaptable, deployable via Mobile Training Teams or fixed facilities, and address critical skill gaps in RF theory, secure data sharing, and LOS/BLOS network solutions.

Navy/NSTXL S2MARTS consortium seeks prototype development and demonstration of next-generation hypersonic systems. Focus on innovative approaches for integration, maturation, and operational demonstration.

Develop data-driven workforce optimization and decision-support prototypes to help PMW 160 systematically analyze labor investments, prioritize cost-saving initiatives, and protect mission-critical programs under budget constraints.

DoD seeks qualified partners to establish installation-focused Rapid Facility and Infrastructure Innovation Enablers using agile, collaborative delivery methods. The capability accelerates military construction, repair, and modernization timelines while improving cost-effectiveness and interoperability across facilities and systems.

NASA seeks foundational heliophysics research proposals advancing understanding of solar-terrestrial interactions and space weather phenomena. This competitive, peer-reviewed program funds innovative scientific investigations through a two-step proposal process with dual-anonymous review.

NASA seeks innovative astrophysics technologies to advance space-based observation capabilities and scientific discovery. This program supports development of novel instruments, systems, and technologies that enable next-generation astrophysical research.