US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Indo-Pacific Fundamental Research Collaboration Opportunities
🏛 USAF 347 Contracting Squadron
✓ Free, no account · Source: Grants.gov · Last verified Jul 20, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for fundamental research collaboration opportunities focused on Indo-Pacific region interests through the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM). Eligible applicants typically include universities, research institutions, nonprofit research organizations, and other entities capable of conducting scientific research aligned with Army priorities in the Indo-Pacific theater. The program supports basic research and proof-of-concept studies in areas relevant to combat capabilities development, including but not limited to materials science, advanced electronics, directed energy, artificial intelligence, and other defense-relevant scientific domains. Applications must demonstrate clear technical merit and potential military application or strategic value to US Indo-Pacific defense interests.
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Program description
The entire package was also posted on System for Award Management (SAM) with its title, One-Step Open BAA, US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Indo-Pacific Fundamental Research Collaboration Opportunities
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (or equivalent federal grant application form)
- Project narrative/technical proposal (typically 15-25 pages)
- Detailed budget and budget justification
- Organizational and institutional capability statements
- Resumes or biosketches of key research personnel
- Letters of commitment from partnering institutions (if applicable)
- Evidence of institutional research compliance and facilities (FCOI disclosures, Institutional Review Board or equivalent approvals if applicable)
- Cost-share documentation (if applicable)
- Indirect cost rate agreement
- Security and clearance information as required by DOD
Program contact
- 👤 Kazuhito Urano Grantor
- 📧 374CONS.PKS.RD@us.af.mil
- 📞 01181425305846
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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$683,736,669
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$536,656,761
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$343,216,877
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$144,687,361
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$139,818,002
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$76,955,949
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$61,554,981
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$49,606,438
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$41,621,494
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$37,440,610
Top States by Funding
- CA 17 awards $130.8M
- OH 4 awards $98.2M
- MA 5 awards $51.6M
- NY 4 awards $31.4M
- 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 DOD research grant?
Typically eligible entities include accredited universities, federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs), nonprofit research institutions, and small businesses with R&D capabilities. Some restrictions may apply to foreign ownership and control. Check the solicitation for specific entity type requirements.
What types of research does this program fund?
This program supports fundamental research with potential application to Army combat capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region, including advanced materials, directed energy systems, artificial intelligence, sensing technologies, and related scientific domains. Research must have clear connection to military capability development.
What is the typical funding range and project duration?
Dollar amounts and project periods vary by specific call. Typical defense research grants range from $100K to $2M+ depending on research scope and institution type. Project durations commonly span 1-3 years. Consult the specific solicitation for exact parameters.
How competitive is this funding opportunity?
DOD fundamental research grants are highly competitive. Success rates typically range from 15-25% depending on research area. Strong proposals require demonstrated technical expertise, clear military relevance, experienced research teams, and realistic budgets and timelines.
What is the application process and timeline?
Applications are submitted through Grants.gov or specific DOD portals as indicated in the solicitation. The deadline shown is August 30, 2027. Allow substantial time for proposal development. Review period typically takes 3-6 months post-deadline.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your research explicitly with Indo-Pacific defense priorities and Army DEVCOM mission areas; reviewers must see direct relevance to combat capabilities development
- Include a clear technical approach with measurable milestones and realistic budget justification; DOD reviewers scrutinize methodology and cost-effectiveness rigorously
- Demonstrate institutional commitment by securing cost-share commitments and institutional support letters; DOD values organizations that invest alongside federal funding
- Address intellectual property and transition planning early; DOD expects research outcomes to transition to military applications or inform future capability development
- Engage with Army research offices and technical points of contact before submitting; informal feedback can significantly improve proposal competitiveness and ensure alignment with current priorities
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals often fail to clearly connect research to military applications or Indo-Pacific strategic interests—reviewers need explicit linkage between basic science and potential Army capability advancement. Another frequent issue is unrealistic budgets or timelines that don't account for DOD compliance requirements, institutional overhead, and the deliberate pace of federal research contracting. Weak institutional commitment, shown by lack of cost-share or unclear access to specialized equipment, also weakens competitiveness.
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