The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is the Navy's corporate laboratory. NRL conducts basic and applied research for the Navy in a variety of scientific and technical disciplines. The basic research program is driven by perceptions about future requirements of the Navy.
The Navy's operational effectiveness depends on its ability to keep pace with rapidly developing technologies. NRL contributes to this requirement by conducting research in the following areas, organized into NRL'S research directorates and Naval Center for Space Technology:
For more information on individual program areas under these directorates, see the 2024 Program Guidance at: https://www.nrl.navy.mil/Portals/38/PDF%20Files/FY24%20BAA%20Announcement%20FINAL.pdf
This BAA is intended for proposals related to basic research, applied research, advanced technology development, and, under certain conditions, may include activities involving advanced component development and prototypes. This Announcement is not for the acquisition of technical, engineering, and other types of support services.
Eligible applicants include academia, industry, and the research community.
White papers must first be submitted and are accepted on a rolling basis prior to March 1, 2025. Formal applications are by invitation only.
Individual award amounts vary by research area. Cost sharing/matching is not required.