Indian Head NEEC BAA FY 25
ID: 357484Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

NSWC Dahlgren (DOD-ONR-SEA-N00178)

Award Range

$300K - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357484
Timeline
    Description

    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) is soliciting research proposals through a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) titled "Indian Head NEEC BAA FY 25," aimed specifically at colleges and universities to support the Naval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC) for fiscal year 2025. The primary objective is to develop innovative biomarker-based tools for predicting the contagiousness of diseases, with an emphasis on technical merit, relevance to naval operations, and fostering student participation and diversity within research teams. This initiative underscores the importance of advancing defense-related research and workforce development, with funding amounts anticipated to range from $100,000 to $400,000 for initial phases over multiple years. Interested applicants must submit their proposals electronically via Grants.gov by January 6, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jennifer E. Montrief at jennifer.e.montrief.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 540-273-2519.

    Files
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    APPLICATION.pdf
    The document outlines the application and submission information for a federal Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) under the auspices of NEEC. It details the process for interested proposers to submit technical and cost proposals across various topic areas, emphasizing that the same proposal cannot be submitted to multiple warfare centers. Proposals are to remain unclassified, with specific requirements for marking proprietary data. Key components of the submission process include the mandatory use of the SF 424 (R&R) Application for Federal Assistance form as the cover page, concise project abstracts, and detailed technical proposals not exceeding ten pages, excluding certain sections. Additional required documents encompass budget justifications, senior/key personnel profiles, and bibliographies, all adhering to stringent format and content specifications. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by the deadline of January 6, 2025, with an estimated award amount ranging from $100,000 to $400,000. The document further elucidates registration prerequisites for Grants.gov and the importance of a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and System for Award Management (SAM) registration. This streamlined application process underscores the government's objective to encourage organized and efficient proposal submissions while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
    BAA_NEEC_FY25_0003-Final.pdf
    The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N00178-25-0003 aimed at soliciting research proposals exclusively from colleges and universities to support the Naval Engineering Education Consortium (NEEC) for FY 2025. Proposals are sought to develop innovative biomarker-based tools for predicting contagiousness of diseases efficiently and reliably. The anticipated funding ranges from $100,000 to $400,000 for initial phases over multiple years, with a focus on facilitating collaboration with Navy scientists and providing educational opportunities for students. Proposals must address technical merit and relevance to naval operations, emphasizing student participation and diversity within research teams. Application submissions are electronic via Grants.gov, with a submission deadline of January 6, 2025. Notably, eligibility criteria exclude several entities, including federally funded research centers and Navy laboratories. The announcement specifies strict compliance with various federal regulations, including those pertaining to lobbying activities and conflict of interest disclosures. The outcome of submissions will not only determine funding but also involve rigorous evaluation based on technical aspects and budget reasonableness, underscoring the Government's commitment to advancing defense-related research and workforce development.
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