Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology
ID: 350427Type: 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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/350427

Additional Information

https://www.nre.navy.mil/our-research/onr-technology-and-research
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is inviting proposals for its Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at advancing Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology initiatives. This opportunity seeks innovative research projects that enhance operational capabilities across various science and engineering disciplines, with a focus on basic research, applied research, and advanced technology development. The BAA encourages participation from all responsible sources, including academia, industry, and research communities, particularly welcoming Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs), although no specific funding set-asides are allocated for these groups. Proposals must be submitted by September 30, 2024, and will be evaluated based on technical merit and relevance to ONR missions. Interested applicants can contact Veronica Lacey at veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil for further information and guidance on submission processes.

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    N0001424SB001 - Amendment 01.pdf
    N0001424SB001_Amendment_02.pdf
    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has issued a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Science and Technology initiatives aimed at enhancing Navy and Marine Corps operations. This amendment, designated Amendment 02 to BAA N00014-24-S-B001, includes administrative corrections, updated links, and additional Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR) clauses. It invites proposals from various entities in academia and industry, without prior reservation for specific institutions, although Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to participate. Proposals should address long-range research goals, focusing on basic research, applied research, and advanced technology development. Each application will be evaluated based on technical merit, connection to ONR missions, and fund availability. Award types may include contracts, grants, or cooperative agreements. Additionally, compliance with specific federal regulations regarding export controls, animal and human subject research, and biosafety requirements is essential. The announcement aims to stimulate innovative research partnerships and secure advancements in military applications, underlining the agency's commitment to international collaboration and responsible technology development.
    N0001424SB001_Amendment_03.pdf
    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has issued Amendment 03 to its Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) #N0001424B001, focusing on Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology research opportunities. This amendment revises sections involving Cooperative Agreements, technology initiatives of the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL), and incorporates new provisions regarding Russian fossil fuel business operations. The BAA is open to all responsible sources from academia, industry, and the research community, encouraging collaboration with Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Institutions without exclusive funding set-asides. The grant targets advancements in Navy and Marine Corps operations through a merit-based competitive process, with proposals evaluated on technical merit and relevance to agency missions. Funding can come through various instruments including contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements, with the ONR reserving the right to fund all or none of the proposals. Additionally, regulations concerning fundamental research, eligibility, application submission, and reporting requirements are detailed, along with compliance considerations related to export controls, human and animal subjects’ research. Interested parties are encouraged to regularly check ONR's website for updates and submission guidelines. This BAA reflects ONR’s commitment to fostering innovative research aligned with national defense priorities.
    N0001424SB001.pdf
    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has issued a Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for funding opportunities in Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology, specifically under ONR BAA Announcement #N0001424B001, Amendment 01. This amendment revises key sections of the BAA, particularly affecting eligibility criteria for educational institutions hosting Confucius Institutes due to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2021. Proposals are invited from academia, industry, and research communities for projects that aim to enhance operational capabilities, with details available on the ONR website. The announcement outlines eligibility requirements, proposal submission processes, and evaluation criteria based on technical merit and potential naval relevance. Also emphasized are federal regulations regarding funding and compliance, particularly concerning export controls and research involving human subjects or animals. All proposals must adhere to specific formatting and submission guidelines and participate in the merit review process where they are evaluated individually rather than collectively. The BAA remains open for submissions for approximately one year and aims to foster innovative research solutions aligned with the Navy and Marine Corps objectives.
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