[Naval Research Laboratory](https://www.nrl.navy.mil)

December 31, 2024 | March 31, 2026 (final deadline)

No specified ceiling or floor; award size and duration vary by project and topic.

Supports basic and applied research in science and technology fields relevant to current and future U.S. Navy requirements.

--- ## Description The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) invites innovative proposals for basic and applied research that advances science and technology in areas critical to the U.S. Navy and national defense. This BAA covers a broad spectrum of technical topics, reflecting NRL’s mission to maintain naval superiority through cutting-edge research. Major focus areas include systems and computational sciences, advanced materials, ocean and atmospheric sciences, and space technology. The program is designed to foster high-impact research that addresses both current and anticipated operational needs of the Navy, ranging from theoretical studies to prototype development. --- ## Due Dates - December 31, 2024: Original closing date for applications - March 31, 2026: Current and final closing date for applications White Papers and proposals must be submitted by these deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - No specified award ceiling or floor; funding levels will be determined based on the scope, merit, and requirements of each proposal. - Multiple awards are anticipated, and award size/duration will vary by topic and proposed research. --- ## Eligibility - **Unrestricted:** Open to all responsible sources, including: - Academic institutions - Nonprofit organizations - For-profit/commercial entities - Small businesses, including SDBs, SBs, HBCUs, and MIs - Consortia led by eligible organizations - Foreign entities may apply unless otherwise restricted by law or security requirements. - All applicants must comply with U.S. regulations regarding export controls and classified research, where applicable. --- ## Application Process - **Step 1: White Paper Submission** - Prospective applicants must submit a White Paper to the email address specified in the relevant technical topic area (see Appendix 1 in the full announcement). - White Papers should include a rough cost estimate. - Allow one month for receipt confirmation; substantive contact will be initiated by NRL if there is interest. - **Step 2: Full Proposal (by invitation)** - If the White Paper is of interest, the applicant will be invited to submit a full proposal. - Proposals are evaluated on technical merit, relevance, cost, and potential benefit to the Navy. - **Submission Portal:** [Apply via Grants.gov](https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/jsf/workspace/createWorkspace.faces?activityID=CreateWorkspace&cleanSession=1&oppId=352741) - **Full instructions and topic details:** [NRL BAA Announcement PDF](https://www.nrl.navy.mil/Portals/38/PDF%20Files/FY24%20BAA%20Announcement%20FINAL.pdf) --- ## Additional Information - Research topics are organized under four main directorates: - Systems (e.g., radar, information science, networks) - Materials Science and Component Technology (e.g., advanced materials, energy storage, corrosion) - Ocean and Atmospheric Science and Technology (e.g., acoustics, remote sensing, oceanography) - Naval Center for Space Technology (e.g., spacecraft systems) - Classified research is permitted; follow special instructions for submission. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Selection for award is competitive and based on scientific and technical merit as well as potential impact. --- ## External Links - [NRL BAA Full Announcement and Amendments](https://www.nrl.navy.mil/Doing-Business/Contracts/Broad-Agency-Announcements/) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/352741) - [NRL Home Page](https://www.nrl.navy.mil) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Description | Email | Phone | |--------------------|---------------------|---------------------------------------------|----------------| | Mary A Johnson | Contract Specialist | nrl_proposals@us.navy.mil (General Inquiries) | 202-923-1558 | | NRL General Contact| Public Affairs | nrlpao@us.navy.mil | (202)-767-6812 | For technical topic-specific questions, refer to the email addresses listed in Appendix 1 of the BAA announcement. ---

NRL Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Basic and Applied Research

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