The DoD seeks applications to acquire research equipment/instrumentation for enhancing HBCUs/MIs capabilities and attracting students to STEM careers.
Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command
Due Dates: April 4, 2025 (Questions) | April 28, 2025 (Applications Due)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$1,000,000 per award; 12-month project period; ~$55M total program funding
Summary: Supports HBCUs and Minority-Serving Institutions in acquiring research equipment/instrumentation to enhance DoD-relevant research and STEM education.
Key Information: Only “covered educational institutions” (HBCUs, eligible MSIs, and certain community colleges) may apply; strict eligibility and submission limits apply.
This Department of Defense (DoD) opportunity provides funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) to acquire research equipment and instrumentation. The program aims to enhance the research capabilities of eligible institutions in scientific and engineering disciplines critical to DoD’s mission, strengthen STEM education programs, and attract students to STEM careers. Funding is intended for equipment that augments or creates new research capabilities in areas of interest to the DoD, with a strong emphasis on student engagement in research.