FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program
This grant funds projects that advance mature ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes observation technologies from research to operational use, supporting improved environmental monitoring and data management.
Funder: DOC NOAA - ERA Production
Due Dates: April 27, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | July 15, 2026 (Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $400,000 per year for up to 3 years; estimated total program funding is $7.5 million.
Summary: Supports the transition of mature ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes observing technologies from research to operational use.
Description
This program, managed by the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS), aims to accelerate the transition of advanced marine, coastal, and Great Lakes observing technologies from the research phase into sustained, operational use. Funded projects should address persistent and emerging challenges in coastal observing, product development, and data management—focusing on technologies with demonstrated operators or customers committed to long-term integration and open data sharing. The program is especially interested in innovations such as new sensors, information technology solutions, platform enhancements, and modernization efforts that improve the ability to monitor and forecast environmental conditions efficiently.
