FY25 Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology
ID: 356605Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Naval Research (DOD-ONR)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Procurement Contract

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is inviting proposals for the FY25 Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) focused on advancing Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology. This initiative seeks innovative research projects that enhance military operations, with an emphasis on technical merit and relevance to the Navy's mission. Eligible applicants include academia, industry, and the research community worldwide, with a particular encouragement for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) to participate. Proposals can be submitted anytime until September 30, 2025, and interested parties may contact Veronica Lacey at 703-696-2593 or via email at veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil for further inquiries. For more information on funding opportunities, visit the ONR website.

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    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has issued Amendment 0001 to its Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N0001425SB001, focusing on Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology. The amendment updates the applicable NAICS code from 541712 to 541715 and adjusts the de minimis fringe benefits and indirect cost rate from 10% to 15%. The BAA invites all qualified applicants, including academia and industry, to submit proposals for research projects that aim to advance Navy and Marine Corps operations. Proposals may be submitted anytime within a one-year window or until the publication of a successor BAA. Projects may receive various forms of funding assistance, depending on the technology area and approach proposed. Evaluations will prioritize technical merit, the relevance of the projects to the Navy’s mission, and the availability of funds. The document emphasizes the importance of protecting sensitive information and reinforces compliance with regulations related to security, research ethics, and human subjects. This initiative underscores ONR's commitment to fostering innovation and collaboration to enhance military capabilities.
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