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AFRL/RX Functional Materials Open BAA

AFRL/RX Functional Materials Open BAA

Supports advanced functional materials research in the United States through Air Force opportunities.

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The AFRL Materials and Manufacturing Directorate Functional Materials Division (AFRL/RXA) solicits white papers year-round under Broad Agency Announcement FA8650-22-S-5002, a rolling two-step BAA open through 28 October 2026 at 3:00 PM Wright-Patterson AFB local time. Total anticipated funding across the full BAA period (FY22–FY26) is approximately $48 million, with approximately $8.5 million avai…

What this grant funds

Photonic materials, nanoelectronic materials, quantum semiconductor materials and processes, soft matter and biomaterials for Air Force warfighting applications.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.28 Oct 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Procurement contract
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$8.5M
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.bwcoconsulting.com