FY25 Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Office-Wide Broad Agency Announcement
ID: 359802Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

NAVAIR (DOD-ONR-AIR)

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359802

Additional Information

https://sam.gov/opp/f3ac4dc51fd14872b9493ed39ad8ee72/view
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    Description

    The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) is inviting proposals through its FY25 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N00421-25-S-0001, aimed at enhancing naval aviation through innovative research and development projects. The BAA seeks white papers in various fields, including advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, with a focus on technical innovations that align with Department of Defense missions. This initiative underscores NAWCAD's commitment to advancing technological capabilities within naval operations while adhering to federal guidelines. Interested applicants, including academia and various business entities, can submit white papers until June 22, 2026, with further details available at the provided contact email NAWCAD-Academia-BAA@us.navy.mil and the additional information link on SAM.gov.

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    FY25.pdf
    The Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N00421-25-S-0001, inviting proposals for research and development projects aimed at enhancing naval aviation. Open until June 22, 2026, the BAA seeks white papers across various areas, such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, with an emphasis on technical innovation relevant to Department of Defense missions. Funding amounts will vary, and multiple awards are anticipated based on the quality of submissions. All responsible entities, including academia and various business types, are encouraged to apply, though no set asides are made for small businesses. The application process involves submitting white papers for initial consideration, followed by invited full proposals for selected candidates. Important eligibility criteria, evaluation metrics, and submission requirements are outlined, emphasizing the significance of technical approach and relevance to NAWCAD goals. Conditions around intellectual property, export control, and compliance with laws governing human or animal subjects in research are highlighted to ensure appropriate oversight. This BAA reflects NAWCAD’s commitment to advancing technological capabilities within naval operations while adhering to rigorous federal guidelines.
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