NRL Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Basic and Applied Research
ID: N00173-24-S-BA01Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL RESEARCH LABORATORYWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/149f2f74d1a14956955e2f48dd674e88/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 1, 2024, 8:27 PM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due May 31, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), has issued a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) #N00173-24-S-BA01 to solicit proposals for basic and applied scientific research that aligns with the Navy's mission requirements. This opportunity encompasses a wide array of research areas, particularly focusing on maritime applications in fields such as materials science, advanced technology development, and atmospheric sciences, and encourages participation from academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations, especially Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs). Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, naval relevance, and cost realism, with funding potentially available through grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and technology investment agreements. Interested parties should submit white papers for continuous review, with further details available by contacting Mary Johnson at nrl_proposals@us.navy.mil or by phone at 202-923-1558.

Point(s) of Contact
Mary Johnson
(202) 923-1558
nrl_proposals@us.navy.mil
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FY24 BAA Announcement FINAL.pdf
Mar 28, 2024, 7:16 AM UTC
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has announced a Long-Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for basic and applied scientific research, focusing on diverse areas such as maritime applications, electromagnetic technologies, and advanced computing. Proposals require submission of white papers for initial consideration, with the opportunity for invited full proposals subject to technical merit, relevance to Naval missions, and availability of funding. Eligible applicants include academia, industry, and research institutions, with no reservation for specific business sizes, and applications must adhere to compliance, financial, and reporting regulations established by the Department of Defense and other governing bodies.
FY24 BAA Announcement FINAL.pdf
Feb 28, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) has issued a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) #N00173-24-S-BA01 aimed at soliciting proposals for basic and applied scientific research related to the Navy's mission requirements. This announcement allows for a broad range of research areas, particularly focusing on maritime applications across disciplines such as materials science, advanced technology development, and atmospheric sciences. Eligible applicants include academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations, with special encouragement for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs). Funding types may include grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and technology investment agreements. Interested parties must submit white papers, which will be reviewed continuously, followed by invitations for full proposals if aligned with NRL’s interests. The document outlines eligibility criteria, application submission guidelines, and evaluation procedures emphasizing technical merit, naval relevance, and cost realism. NRL retains the right to fund any number, all or none of the proposals submitted. This BAA represents an opportunity for innovation in scientific research and technological advancement, fulfilling the operational needs of the Department of Defense.
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