Office of Naval Research Science and Technology for Advanced Manufacturing Projects (STAMP)
ID: 353296Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Naval Research (DOD-ONR)

Eligible Applicants

Others

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/353296

Additional Information

https://www.nre.navy.mil/work-with-us/funding-opportunities
Timeline
    Description

    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is inviting proposals for the Science and Technology for Advanced Manufacturing Projects (STAMP) under a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) aimed at enhancing defense manufacturing capabilities through innovative technologies and processes. This initiative seeks to support a range of activities from research to prototyping and workforce development, with a focus on reducing costs and improving the production and sustainment of defense systems. The ONR encourages participation from a diverse array of applicants, including academia, industry, and particularly Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs), although no specific funding is set aside for these groups. Proposals must be submitted by March 31, 2025, and interested parties can reach out to Veronica Lacey at veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 703-696-2593 for further inquiries.

    Files
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    N0001424SB002_STAMP.pdf
    The ONR Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) N0001424SB002 focuses on advanced manufacturing projects intended to enhance defense manufacturing capability through innovative technology and processes. The Department of Defense's Manufacturing Technology Program (ManTech) aims to reduce costs and improve the production and sustainment of defense systems by developing key manufacturing technologies. The BAA remains open for one year and encourages proposals from diverse applicants, including small businesses and educational institutions, to support military operations and innovation in manufacturing. Eligible proposals may range from research to prototyping and workforce development. The review process emphasizes technical merit, Naval relevance, and fund availability, with an intent to fund projects that demonstrate cost-effective solutions for defense applications. Applicants must comply with specific administrative and reporting requirements while maintaining an active registration with the System for Award Management. The overall goal of this initiative is to stimulate advancements beneficial to the warfighter, fostering collaboration between various stakeholders in the manufacturing sector.
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