Active Government Funding Opportunities

Air Force SEEK EAGLE Modeling, Analysis, and Tools Support (SEMATS 4) contract providing software development, M&S tools, compatibility analysis, and high-performance computing support.

The Air Force seeks integrated prototype solutions combining expeditionary training environments, human performance optimization, and digital technologies to modernize Basic Military Training. Solutions must demonstrate measurable improvements in warfighter readiness and instructor effectiveness across a unified training ecosystem.

Naval Postgraduate School is hosting a reverse pitch event showcasing five breakthrough technologies including 3D-printed artificial muscles, AI optimization software, advanced UAV imaging, marine safety sensors, and low-power data transfer protocols. Industry and investors are invited to explore commercialization opportunities across robotics, defense, autonomous systems, and IoT markets.

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.

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.

DoD seeks rapid prototypes of smaller, affordable medium-range air-to-air missiles that increase weapons density in fighter and collaborative combat aircraft. The effort aims to overcome current cost and size constraints limiting firepower during contested engagements against peer threats.

DoD seeks prototype development of an affordable, extended-range cruise missile (1,000+ nautical miles) costing under $300,000 per unit. The system must maintain precision strike capability and low-radar-signature survivability while using commercially available materials and modular design to solve critical munitions stockpile depth constraints.

US Special Operations Command seeks prototype development and testing of a High Voltage Firing Device (HVFD) to advance firing system capabilities for specialized operations.

The Army seeks autonomous and minimally-manned ground and aerial systems for sustainment and recovery in contested environments where GPS and communications are degraded. Solutions must operate with minimal oversight across payload transport, power generation, refueling, and vehicle recovery to reduce soldier exposure and maintain mission continuity.

Metal castings R&D program addressing DLA supply chain challenges through innovative procurement solutions, advanced manufacturing technologies, and Industry 4.0 implementations to reduce backorders and improve casting productivity.

The Navy seeks to develop advanced manufacturing capabilities for Active Expendable Decoy countermeasure systems to strengthen domestic production, reduce supply chain vulnerabilities, and enhance aircraft survivability through scalable, resilient industrial solutions.

ERDC seeks innovative geospatial technologies to support military operations and warfighter capabilities. This broadly-scoped Commercial Solutions Opening invites novel approaches across multiple geospatial research areas.

The Navy seeks modular missile prototype development and demonstration for next-generation air and missile defense. This effort emphasizes open system architecture, digital engineering, and advanced technologies like thermal management to mature integrated defense capabilities.

ONR applied research announcement for communications and networking technologies including VHF data links, electronically-steered apertures, low-probability-of-detection communications, and distributed network control algorithms.

Technology licensing opportunity for DC Recruiter, a self-assembling peptide nanofiber platform designed to enhance broad-spectrum immune response against multiple pathogens without pathogen-specific targeting.

FAA ten-year research BAA covering aviation structural integrity, pavement assessment, fatigue testing, and advanced aerospace research topics across multiple technical areas.

DOE technology licensing for SurfGraphPro, an AI tool that converts complex protein structures into analyzable formats for drug discovery and antibody design applications.

DoD seeks digital engineering tools and cloud-based infrastructure to modernize microelectronics in fielded weapon systems through advanced acquisition and sustainment capabilities. The effort enables data reuse, digital twins, and lifecycle collaboration to accelerate affordable replacements while reducing costs.

ARORA develops advanced photonic technologies through cooperative partnerships, designing and testing prototype photonic systems for DoD applications and modernization efforts.

Resilient Analytic Platforms for Intelligence Delivery (RAPID) ARA seeks innovative cloud-based intelligence analysis tools, workflow automation, and cyber-resilient dashboards. Estimated $237M total funding.

ERDC has developed a patented technology for indoor air quality and building design. This webinar explores licensing and commercializing opportunities for companies with manufacturing or distribution capabilities.

Army autonomy, guidance, navigation, and control R&D for autonomous munitions. Areas include long-range precision guidance, collaborative control, GPS-denied navigation, and machine intelligence.

Development of innovative aircraft integration technologies addressing physical, electrical, and logical interfaces. Focus on integration solutions for air dominance weapon systems and combat platforms.