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OSD ManTech — Defense Manufacturing Technology Program

OSD ManTech / MII Project Calls

Supports advanced manufacturing research and innovation through Manufacturing Innovation Institute calls.

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The Office of the Secretary of Defense Manufacturing Technology (OSD ManTech) program, housed within the Science and Technology Futures Office under OUSD(R&E), funds advanced manufacturing R&D that supports US defense industrial base modernization and readiness. OSD ManTech does not issue grants directly; funding flows through a network of DoD-sponsored Manufacturing Innovation Institutes (MIIs) a

Advanced manufacturing R&D project calls delivered through DoD Manufacturing Innovation Institutes, spanning additive manufacturing, robotics, biofabrication, integrated photonics, flexible hybrid electronics, lightweight metals, and digital manufacturing.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
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.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.manufacturingusa.com