Active Government Funding Opportunities

This STTR seeks novel diagnostic systems and computational models to characterize freestream noise sources in hypersonic wind tunnels, particularly in regions inaccessible to conventional optical techniques. Deliverables will enable better understanding of noise generation upstream and improve ground-test facility performance for high-speed vehicle evaluation.

This RFP seeks an autonomous, networked detection system using machine learning and on-board sensors to identify New World Screwworm in real-time across remote border regions. The system addresses current manual trap limitations by enabling persistent surveillance and rapid threat detection without laboratory diagnostics.

This RFP seeks development of a compact, receive-only passive X-Band radar with SAR and GMTI capabilities for covert sensing in contested environments. The lightweight, low-cost system must operate on small unmanned platforms without transmitting RF emissions, eliminating adversary detection risks.

This RFP seeks a proof-of-concept system integrating multi-source intelligence data and machine learning to detect threats and assess space operations in real-time. The solution must process non-traditional sensor data to monitor an increasingly congested orbital environment and provide commanders timely situational awareness for decision-making.

This RFP seeks development of ultrafast nonvolatile memory using sliding ferroelectricity in layered van der Waals materials to achieve superior speed, endurance, and energy efficiency compared to current memory technologies. The work requires multidisciplinary expertise in device design, fabrication, and characterization of atomically thin moiré structures.

This RFP seeks a Vision Language Model combining multimodal AI to detect and classify targets in Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery from sensor-independent complex data. The capability integrates large language models with vision encoders to enable automated SAR image analysis and interpretation.

NIST is seeking proposals for microelectronics research, prototyping, and commercial solutions to advance U.S. chip technology capabilities. This addresses critical domestic semiconductor supply chain resilience and technological competitiveness.

Development and maintenance of Acoustic System Performance Estimate (ASPECT) software for Navy Anti-Submarine Warfare tactical planning, targeting ASW platform enhancements and fleet product sustainability.

ERDC seeks innovative high-performance computing (HPC) system acquisition and support models to modernize how the Army procures, operates, and maintains advanced AI/ML and compute-intensive platforms across military research centers by 2027. This challenge uniquely demands solutions that balance cutting-edge technology insertion with security requirements across geographically distributed, classified and unclassified environments.

NASA seeks research proposals to advance cryosphere science and monitoring through Earth observation. This program funds competitive studies addressing ice sheet dynamics, glaciers, permafrost, and snow systems to improve climate understanding.

NIH seeks information on technologies for Data COUNTS™ initiative enabling standardized, provenanced real-world health data extraction from EMR and authorized source systems with preservation of data integrity and audit trails.

AmineBind ML is a machine learning software tool for rapid screening of amine-based sorbents for direct air capture, predicting CO2 binding energetics orders of magnitude faster than density functional theory calculations.

AFRL seeks innovative solutions for production-cost-effective air-launched hypersonic weapons via modular open architectures and design-for-manufacturing principles at 1/5 current cost with 5x production rates.

ERDC seeks automated pavement inspection technologies to replace subjective visual assessments at military airfields, improving accuracy and consistency of condition ratings. This prototype project addresses the critical gap in existing systems, enabling faster maintenance planning and predictive resource management for enhanced operational readiness.

NSF seeks to transform open-source tools into secure, sustainable ecosystems addressing national challenges in AI, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure. Funding supports establishing governance structures, expanding promising projects, and enhancing safety and security across distributed developer communities.

NSF seeks innovative STEM education projects at two-year colleges that enhance student success and faculty capacity. Funding supports disciplinary, multi-department, and college-wide initiatives addressing foundational courses and academic pathways for both majors and non-majors.

RFI for Navy Collaborative Combat Aircraft autonomous unmanned carrier-capable air vehicle prototype development, seeking industry capability statements for risk reduction and rapid prototyping.

ERDC's patented Lightweight Airfield Matting System enables rapid deployment of expeditionary airfield infrastructure with reduced logistics burdens. This webinar explores commercialization opportunities for manufacturers and distributors seeking to bring this field-tested, dual-use solution to market.

NASA seeks theoretical and computational astrophysics research through networked collaborations to advance modeling and simulation capabilities. This program funds fundamental scientific research networks tackling complex astrophysical challenges through innovative computational approaches.

Air Force Office of Scientific Research provides partial funding to support conferences and workshops that convene experts to discuss cutting-edge research findings and emerging techniques across priority science areas, fostering knowledge exchange among researchers and advanced students.

Army seeks TRL-7 prototype development for Distributed Aperture Resilient Terminal System (DARTS) using distributed SATCOM antennas with digital signal processing for resilient enterprise communications.

ERDC seeks a modular, containerized data center solution supporting 1+ MW of high-density AI and HPC computing in a rapidly deployable, scalable architecture. This addresses critical infrastructure gaps for accelerated military computing capabilities while enabling flexible expansion without redesign.

DoD seeks a cleared prime contractor to sponsor and mentor up to 20 non-traditional small businesses through accelerated facility clearance (target 60 days) so they can access classified innovation challenges. The prototype will validate a repeatable sponsorship model that breaks the catch-22 barrier preventing innovative companies from participating in classified defense concept development.

DoD seeks juvenile salmonid survey research in Sinclair Inlet to monitor salmon populations near Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton. This ecological baseline study supports integrated natural resources management and environmental stewardship at the military installation.

DARPA DSO seeks revolutionary scientific and technological advances for national security, explicitly excluding incremental improvements. Proposals should present innovative approaches enabling transformative breakthroughs in devices, systems, or capabilities.