The U.S. Army ERDC seeks pre-proposals year-round for research in engineering, environmental science, technology, and infrastructure across multiple specialized laboratories.
Funder: Engineer Research and Development Center
Due Dates: January 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Award ceiling up to $999,999,999; no minimum; duration and typical award size vary by project scope.
Summary: Supports basic, applied, and advanced research across diverse science, engineering, and technology topic areas relevant to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Key Information: Pre-proposals may be submitted and reviewed at any time; funding is subject to availability.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) invites research and development proposals addressing a wide range of science, engineering, and technology topics. ERDC encompasses multiple laboratories with expertise in hydraulics, dredging, coastal engineering, instrumentation, oceanography, remote sensing, geotechnical and earthquake engineering, military engineering, pavements, protective structures, aquatic plants, water quality, hazardous waste treatment, wetlands, cold regions engineering, infrastructure, computer science, telecommunications, energy, and environmental processes. The announcement supports innovative projects that advance ERDC's mission for both military and civil applications.