Active Government Funding Opportunities

AFDW seeks an AI-driven cybersecurity platform integrating post-quantum cryptographic standards to defend against quantum computing threats. The solution will automate threat detection and risk scoring across legacy Air Force networks while ensuring seamless migration to quantum-resistant encryption.

This RFP seeks development of a compact, high-efficiency CO₂ compressor for military aircraft thermal management systems. The technology must handle dynamic heat loads across diverse mission phases while reducing system weight and size compared to legacy refrigerant solutions.

This RFP seeks a mid-wave infrared hyperspectral imager to characterize missile and thermal signatures for defense applications. The system must deliver high-resolution spatial and spectral data at rapid frame rates to support missile warning system development and hypersonic vehicle testing.

USSOCOM and AFSOC are seeking AI-enabled technologies to enhance search, track, and target recognition capabilities for special operations aircraft like the AC-130J. The solution must automate sensor functions across EO/IR systems while maintaining open architecture compatibility across diverse platforms.

This RFP seeks development of a complementary flush air data system (FADS) for Air Force bombers to provide redundant, low-observable airspeed and altitude measurement, reducing reliance on vulnerable protruding pitot probes. The modular, subsonic/transonic-optimized system will enhance survivability and data assurance in contested environments while maintaining existing flight-control architectures.

This RFP seeks an improved hydraulic heating system for the MHU-196 Weapons Trailer to restore reliable munitions-loading operations in cold-weather environments. The solution will address performance degradation caused by thickened hydraulic fluid, reducing downtime and maintenance costs while supporting critical sortie generation timelines.

This RFP seeks development and validation of Maxterial H-max nickel molybdenum plating as an environmentally safe alternative to hexavalent chromium in aerospace components like landing gear actuators. The solution must demonstrate fatigue resistance, durability, and corrosion protection while supporting DoD regulatory compliance and modernization goals.

This RFP seeks a humanoid robot fleet management system to optimize aircraft maintenance and sustainment operations at Air Force depots. The system must provide centralized monitoring, autonomous task allocation, and real-time coordination across multiple robots while adapting to dynamic operational demands and supporting human-robot collaboration.

This RFP seeks development of autonomous fall detection and mitigation systems for humanoid robots operating in Air Force maintenance and hazardous environments. The solution must enable safe, graceful falls that minimize damage and injury risk while maintaining robot agility and performance during normal operations.

AFRL and SSC seek compact, space-qualified directed energy systems to overcome power limitations in orbital platforms. This technology enables efficient power beaming and dual-use applications like missile defense and debris remediation while reducing the weight penalties of traditional solar arrays and batteries.

DoD seeks mature, affordable long-range precision strike systems deliverable in 60-90 days that cost under $500K per effect. Solutions must demonstrate production scalability and operational capability in contested environments to complement existing high-cost munitions.

Design and prototype a low-cost, standardized solid rocket motor booster for containerized munitions using simple, non-exotic materials and automated manufacturing. The solution decouples propulsion from payloads, reducing production bottlenecks across the defense industrial base.

NSF I-Corps Teams program accelerates translation of NSF-funded foundational research into commercial products and services. Provides entrepreneurial training, mentoring, and funding to validate market potential and attract third-party investment.

DOE Office of Science seeks research proposals across seven disciplines including advanced computing, energy sciences, fusion, and physics. This open solicitation funds fundamental scientific research addressing national priorities in energy, climate, and scientific discovery.

Build interdisciplinary research networks combining learning science, education practice, and data science to create high-value datasets advancing K-12 mathematics learning. Phase I funds dataset generation; Phase II establishes a collaborative platform for sustained innovation.

ERDC seeks research proposals across hydraulics, geotechnical engineering, coastal systems, environmental remediation, and military infrastructure. This continuously open BAA funds innovative solutions for Army engineering challenges from multiple specialized laboratories.

DoD seeks basic and applied STEM research proposals through Naval Postgraduate School to advance military capabilities. A two-stage submission process allows white papers for early feedback before committing to full proposals.

This program funds research on ocean structure, movement, and transport processes, including interactions with biological, chemical, atmospheric, and geological systems. It addresses fundamental understanding of ocean dynamics critical to climate, marine ecosystems, and Earth system modeling.

Develop expertise at the intersection of AI and biology to become a field leader applying machine learning to biological systems. This fellowship trains postdocs to drive biotechnology breakthroughs and innovations that strengthen the U.S. economy.

DOE seeks interdisciplinary teams to develop novel AI models and frameworks that accelerate scientific discovery across energy, nuclear, materials, and quantum domains. Successful projects will advance national security and address critical energy and environmental challenges through AI-enabled research workflows.

NSF seeks proposals to develop and operate novel national-scale cyberinfrastructure systems that enable data-intensive and AI-driven research across science and engineering disciplines.

ARPA-E seeks transformative R&D on recycled nuclear isotopes optimized for next-generation reactors. This high-risk research aims to create fundamentally new fuel cycles with superior cost-performance that could disrupt the nuclear energy market.

Support workforce development and education in Alaska's marine industries, including aquaculture, fishing, and seafood safety. Projects strengthen the seafood supply chain through training, technological innovation, and community partnerships.

NSF seeks fundamental research advancing knowledge of STEM education across learning environments, broadening participation, and workforce development. Projects should generate foundational insights with potential long-term impact on educational practice across all learner groups and ages.

AFOSR funds basic research across engineering, information science, and physical/biological sciences to develop novel capabilities supporting Air Force warfighting and peacekeeping operations. The program seeks transformative research from universities, industry, and government labs with potential to transition breakthroughs into operational Air Force systems.