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Opportunity Summary:

The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) is inviting proposals for a long-term effort to produce independent and objective studies on scientific and technical topics that matter to the U.S. Air Force and broader national defense needs. The core purpose is not to run a specific laboratory research program, but to deliver rigorous analysis: taking broad areas of interest provided by the Air Force and turning them into well-structured, defensible studies that help decision-makers understand what is happening in a given field, where it is likely headed, and what that means for defense applications.

In practical terms, the work is centered on mapping the state of the art across many possible science and technology domains, identifying key advances and limitations, projecting trends and future trajectories, and highlighting where new research, investment, or deeper investigation is promising or necessary. These studies are meant to be organized and methodical, more like comprehensive assessments, roadmaps, or technology forecasting analyses than experimental R&D. The government is looking for analysis that is credible, technically deep, and unbiased, with clear relevance to how science and technology can be leveraged for Air Force missions.

The opportunity is listed as a discretionary Department of Defense funding announcement under AFOSR, with an opportunity number of BAA AFRL AFOSR 2016 0004 and a CFDA number of 12.800. It allows for multiple award instrument types, including cooperative agreements, grants, and procurement contracts, giving the Air Force flexibility in how it structures the relationship and oversight depending on the final scope and needs. The anticipated period of performance can be as long as five years, with a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of up to $25,000,000, although actual funding is explicitly dependent on Air Force needs and the availability of appropriated funds. The notice indicates an expectation of a single award.

Eligibility is broad and includes public and private institutions of higher education, independent school districts, nonprofit organizations (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), for-profit organizations (including those other than small businesses), small businesses, and other entities as described in the full announcement. This wide eligibility suggests the Air Force is open to teaming and participation from organizations that can credibly perform high-quality technical assessments, such as universities, research institutes, think-tank style organizations, or specialized firms with strong analytical and subject-matter expertise.

A key operational detail is the handling of classification. Proposals submitted in response to this announcement must be unclassified, which lowers the barrier for submission and review. However, the announcement also notes that work performed under an award may be classified, meaning the selected performer must be prepared to support classified tasks if required later, potentially including the ability to operate in secure environments and comply with applicable security requirements once under contract or agreement.

The original and current closing date listed for submissions was April 19, 2016, and the opportunity was posted on February 18, 2016. Overall, the grant opportunity is aimed at establishing a sustained capability to deliver high-confidence scientific and technology studies that guide Air Force planning, investment decisions, and awareness of emerging or disruptive technologies relevant to national defense.

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