Funder: Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Phase I proposal) | June 2026 (Phase I award notification) | August 2026 (Phase II invitation) | October 2026 (Phase II proposal)
Funding Amounts: Phase I: up to $100,000 for 1 year | Phase II: up to $750,000 for 2 years
Summary: Supports collaborative R&D between small businesses and research institutions for Air Force-relevant technologies, aiming for commercialization and economic impact.
Key Information: Requires a formal partnership between a small business (prime) and a university or non-profit research institution; division of labor is mandated.