Defense Production Act Title III Expansion of Domestic Production Capability and Capacity
This grant expands domestic production capabilities and capacity under the Defense Production Act Title III, with updates and increased funding.
Funder: Air Force -- Research Lab
Due Dates: July 12, 2026 (FOA final closing date & white paper deadline, 15:00 EST)
Funding Amounts: Up to $9B total program funding; typical project awards range from $10M–$25M (50% cost share required).
Summary: Supports projects that expand, restore, or sustain domestic production capabilities for critical technologies and industrial resources essential to national defense.
Key Information: White paper submission is currently suspended until further notice; check SAM.gov for updates.
Description
This opportunity, managed by the Air Force Research Laboratory under the Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III authority, seeks to strengthen, expand, or restore domestic production capabilities for critical components, technologies, and industrial resources vital to U.S. national security. The program funds large-scale, collaborative projects that address industrial base shortfalls, transition R&D to production, or scale emerging technologies for defense applications. Projects are expected to demonstrate strong industry-government partnership, long-term economic viability, and a clear benefit to the defense industrial base.
