Air Dominance Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
🏛 Munitions Directorate
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations and researchers developing air dominance technologies and capabilities under the Department of Defense Broad Agency Announcement framework. Eligible applicants typically include for-profit companies, nonprofits, educational institutions, and individual researchers with relevant technical expertise. The work must align with U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Munitions Directorate priorities and support air dominance strategic objectives. Geographic scope is primarily U.S.-based entities, though international collaborations may be permitted with proper authorization. Funded activities include research, development, testing, and integration of advanced munitions and air combat systems technologies.
Program description
Broad Agency Announcement for Air Dominance. This effort was initially posted on 1 Nov 2024.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 Federal Application Form
- Project Narrative and Technical Approach
- Budget and Cost Justification
- Organizational Capability Statement
- Past Performance References
- Security/Facility Compliance Documentation
- Resumes or CVs of Key Personnel
Program contact
- 👤 Jane Ellison Grantor
- 📧 jane.ellison@us.af.mil
- 📞 8508823657
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 12.800 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$536,656,761
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$402,229,566
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$316,957,199
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$122,126,321
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$76,955,949
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$74,687,361
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$61,554,981
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$49,791,410
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$41,621,494
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$37,440,610
Top States by Funding
- CA 16 awards $123.7M
- OH 3 awards $77.2M
- MA 5 awards $47.6M
- NY 4 awards $31.3M
- TX 4 awards $30.5M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 12.800). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $874,454,904 | |
| 2025 | $652,065,758 | |
| 2026 est. | $700,000,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this BAA?
For-profit businesses, nonprofits, universities, national labs, and consortia can apply. You must demonstrate technical capacity and relevant expertise in air dominance technologies.
What types of work does this grant support?
Research, development, prototyping, testing, and technical demonstrations of munitions and related air combat systems are supported.
When are applications due?
The deadline is October 31, 2029. Applications open April 14, 2025. Check the official BAA for any rolling submission periods or proposal due dates.
How competitive is this funding?
BAAs typically attract proposals from established defense contractors, research institutions, and small businesses with track records in relevant technologies.
What is the typical funding range?
Award amounts vary widely based on project scope. Check the BAA document for specific funding caps and project duration guidelines.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Read the entire BAA carefully and reference specific technical areas and AFRL priorities in your proposal.
- Demonstrate prior experience with defense technologies, testing facilities, or relevant past contracts to strengthen credibility.
- Include detailed technical milestones and measurable outcomes that align with Air Force modernization goals.
- Plan for security requirements early—many DOD grants require facility certifications or clearances before work begins.
- Submit questions to the BAA point of contact well before the deadline to clarify technical requirements or evaluation criteria.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals that lack clear alignment with stated AFRL technical focus areas get rejected. Applicants underestimating security, compliance, or manufacturing readiness requirements often fail. Budgets that seem disconnected from realistic development timelines raise concerns among DOD reviewers.
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