Opportunity Information: Apply for NNH08ZEA001N AP1
Apply for NNH08ZEA001N AP1
- The NASA Headquarters in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "ROA 2008 C.3 NextGen Airportal Project (AP1)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 21, 2008 and posted on Apr 21, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 5, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
ROA 2008 C.3 NextGen Airportal Project (AP1) is a funding opportunity released by NASA Headquarters under the broader NASA Research Announcement (NRA) titled "Research Opportunities in Aeronautics" (ROA), solicitation number NNH08ZEA001N. The purpose of this NRA is to fund foundational, fundamental aeronautics research that supports the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD). While this specific entry is labeled as a NextGen-related project element (AP1), it sits inside a wider umbrella solicitation that covers multiple aeronautics research areas and invites proposals that strengthen the science, technologies, and methods NASA and the national aviation community will rely on in the coming years.
At a high level, the NRA seeks research proposals aligned to four major ARMD programs: the Airspace Systems Program, the Aviation Safety Program, the Fundamental Aeronautics Program, and the Aeronautics Test Program. The Airspace Systems Program is explicitly tied to the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) and is intended to address air traffic management (ATM) research needs identified through the national NextGen planning framework, including coordination with the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO). The Aviation Safety Program emphasizes proactive work on safety challenges affecting both new and existing aircraft operating in today’s airspace and in future, more complex operational environments. The Fundamental Aeronautics Program supports longer-term, cutting-edge research across all flight regimes, aiming to produce broadly applicable data, knowledge, and design tools that can transfer across many vehicle classes, speeds, and atmospheric conditions. The Aeronautics Test Program focuses on the testing ecosystem itself, including the health and modernization of facilities and platforms, and the development of improved test instrumentation and test technologies that enable credible, state-of-the-art validation work.
This opportunity is structured so that applicants do not simply submit to one generic pot of funding; instead, proposals must be targeted to the most relevant program element described in the NRA appendices. Those appendices are where applicants find the specific technical topics, points of contact, evaluation criteria, and the exact due dates for each element. In practice, that means the "NextGen Airportal Project (AP1)" listing should be treated as one element within the overall ROA framework, and applicants are expected to match their proposed work to the appropriate element requirements and instructions rather than relying only on the top-level synopsis.
NASA requires electronic submission, and proposers can apply through NSPIRES (NASA’s proposal system) or through Grants.gov. A key administrative detail is that submissions must be made by an authorized organizational representative, not just the principal investigator. Any organization intending to apply must register in NSPIRES ahead of time and identify its authorized representatives, and investigators and other participants also need to meet the registration requirements of the selected submission system. NASA strongly advises organizations to start these registrations and system familiarization well before deadlines, since incomplete registrations or last-minute technical issues can derail an otherwise strong proposal.
Eligibility is broadly open. With the noted exception that government organizations and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are treated differently, the solicitation states participation is open to essentially all organization types, including universities, industry, and nonprofit organizations. The listing indicates no cost sharing or matching requirement. Because this is issued as a broad agency announcement under FAR 35.016 and NASA’s NFS 1835.016, NASA also reserves discretion to choose the most appropriate award instrument for selected proposals. The opportunity lists multiple possible instrument types, including grant, cooperative agreement, other, and procurement contract, underscoring that NASA may structure awards differently depending on the nature of the work and the level of expected NASA involvement.
Key dates and identifiers in the public posting include a posted/creation date of April 21, 2008, with an application closing date of June 5, 2008, and an archive date of July 5, 2008. The funding activity category is research and development in science and technology, and the CFDA number is listed as 00.000 (not elsewhere classified), which is sometimes used in government postings when a more specific CFDA listing is not provided at the element level. Applicants looking for the exact element package were instructed to locate program elements via Grants.gov using the advanced search and the funding opportunity number pattern tied to NNH08ZEA001N, then download the correct application package associated with the specific element they intend to address.
For guidance on policies and procedures or trouble accessing the announcement, the general contact provided is Jay Dryer, Senior Technical Advisor at NASA Headquarters (Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate), reachable at NASA_roa@nasa.gov. For technical questions tied to particular research elements, the solicitation indicates that individual program officers and contracting officers would be identified in each element’s summary of key information, which is where an applicant would go for topic-specific clarification before submitting.
FAQs: ROA 2008 C.3 NextGen Airportal Project (AP1) (NASA ROA / NRA NNH08ZEA001N)
1) What is ROA 2008 C.3 NextGen Airportal Project (AP1)?
ROA 2008 C.3 NextGen Airportal Project (AP1) is a project element listed under NASA Headquarters' broader NASA Research Announcement (NRA) titled "Research Opportunities in Aeronautics" (ROA). It falls under solicitation number NNH08ZEA001N and is positioned as a NextGen-related element within the larger ROA framework.
2) What is the overall purpose of the ROA (Research Opportunities in Aeronautics) NRA?
The ROA NRA is intended to fund foundational and fundamental aeronautics research that supports NASA's Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD). It invites proposals that strengthen the science, technologies, and methods NASA and the national aviation community will rely on in the coming years.
3) Is AP1 a standalone solicitation or part of a broader announcement?
AP1 should be treated as one element within the broader ROA NRA (NNH08ZEA001N). Applicants are expected to align their proposal with the requirements of the relevant program element described in the NRA appendices, rather than relying only on the top-level synopsis.
4) What major ARMD programs are included in this ROA NRA?
The NRA seeks proposals aligned to four major ARMD programs:
- Airspace Systems Program
- Aviation Safety Program
- Fundamental Aeronautics Program
- Aeronautics Test Program
5) How does the Airspace Systems Program relate to NextGen?
The Airspace Systems Program is explicitly tied to the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen). It is intended to address air traffic management (ATM) research needs identified through the national NextGen planning framework, including coordination with the Joint Planning and Development Office (JPDO).
6) What kinds of research does the Aviation Safety Program emphasize?
The Aviation Safety Program emphasizes proactive work on safety challenges affecting both new and existing aircraft, operating in today’s airspace and in future, more complex operational environments.
7) What is the focus of the Fundamental Aeronautics Program?
The Fundamental Aeronautics Program supports longer-term, cutting-edge research across all flight regimes. It aims to produce broadly applicable data, knowledge, and design tools that can transfer across many vehicle classes, speeds, and atmospheric conditions.
8) What is the focus of the Aeronautics Test Program?
The Aeronautics Test Program focuses on the testing ecosystem, including the health and modernization of facilities and platforms, and the development of improved test instrumentation and test technologies to enable credible, state-of-the-art validation work.
9) Do applicants submit one generic proposal for the whole ROA, or do they apply to a specific element?
Proposals must be targeted to the most relevant program element described in the NRA appendices. Those appendices provide the specific technical topics, points of contact, evaluation criteria, and the exact due dates for each element.
10) Where do applicants find the technical topics, due dates, and contacts for AP1 and other elements?
The NRA appendices contain the element-level details, including technical topics, points of contact, evaluation criteria, and exact due dates. The element’s summary of key information is also where applicants are directed for technical and contracting contacts tied to that element.
11) How must proposals be submitted?
NASA requires electronic submission. Proposers can apply through NSPIRES (NASA’s proposal system) or through Grants.gov.
12) Who is required to submit the proposal?
Submissions must be made by an authorized organizational representative (AOR), not only by the principal investigator (PI).
13) What registrations are required before applying?
Any organization intending to apply must register in NSPIRES ahead of time and identify its authorized representatives. Investigators and other participants also need to meet the registration requirements of the selected submission system (NSPIRES or Grants.gov). NASA advises starting registration and system familiarization well before the deadline.
14) Why does NASA recommend registering early?
NASA warns that incomplete registrations or last-minute technical issues can prevent submission, even if the proposal itself is strong. Early registration reduces the risk of missing deadlines due to administrative or system problems.
15) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broadly open to essentially all organization types, including universities, industry, and nonprofit organizations. The solicitation notes that government organizations and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are treated differently.
16) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The listing indicates there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
17) What types of awards or funding instruments might NASA use?
NASA may choose the most appropriate award instrument for selected proposals. The opportunity lists multiple possible instrument types, including grant, cooperative agreement, other, and procurement contract. This reflects NASA’s discretion to structure awards based on the nature of the work and the expected level of NASA involvement.
18) What is the legal/solicitation framework used for this opportunity?
This opportunity is issued as a broad agency announcement under FAR 35.016 and NASA’s NFS 1835.016.
19) What are the key dates listed for this posting?
- Posted/Creation date: April 21, 2008
- Application closing date: June 5, 2008
- Archive date: July 5, 2008
20) What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is Research and Development (science and technology).
21) What CFDA number is associated with this posting?
The CFDA number is listed as 00.000 (not elsewhere classified). The posting notes this can be used in government listings when a more specific CFDA is not provided at the element level.
22) How can applicants locate the correct application package on Grants.gov?
Applicants were instructed to use Grants.gov advanced search and look for the funding opportunity number pattern tied to NNH08ZEA001N, then download the correct application package associated with the specific element they intend to address.
23) Who is the general point of contact for help with policies, procedures, or accessing the announcement?
The general contact listed is Jay Dryer, Senior Technical Advisor at NASA Headquarters (ARMD). The email provided is NASA_roa@nasa.gov.
24) Who should applicants contact for technical questions about a specific research element?
For element-specific technical questions, the solicitation indicates that individual program officers and contracting officers are identified in each element’s summary of key information. Applicants are expected to use those element-level contacts for topic-specific clarification before submitting.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Next opportunity: Existing Project
Previous opportunity: existing projects JUNE 1, 2008 Start Date
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for NNH08ZEA001N AP1
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (NNH08ZEA001N AP1) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Integrated Micro Primary Atomic Clock Technology (IMPACT) Apply for DARPA BAA 08 32 Funding Number: DARPA BAA 08 32 Agency: DARPA Microsystems Technology Office Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ROSES 2008 Mars Fundamental Research Apply for NNH08ZDA001N MFRP Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N MFRP Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Acquisition Research Program Apply for NPSBAA08 004 Funding Number: NPSBAA08 004 Agency: Naval Supply Systems Command Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Immunological Assays (ELISA) for the Detection of Ricin, Abrin, and Botulinum Toxins (IADRABT) Apply for BAA08 05 Funding Number: BAA08 05 Agency: Office of Procurement Operations Grants Division Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Colorado Plateau CESU Apply for 08HQPA0022 Funding Number: 08HQPA0022 Agency: Geological Survey Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Center of Excellence for Command, Control and Interoperability Apply for DHS 08 ST 061 002 Funding Number: DHS 08 ST 061 002 Agency: Office of Procurement Operations Grants Division Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| ROSES 2008 ICESat II Science Definition Team Apply for NNH08ZDA001N ICESAT II Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N ICESAT II Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| The Department of Defense Instrumentation Program For Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) Fiscal Year 2008 Apply for W911NF 08 R 0005 Funding Number: W911NF 08 R 0005 Agency: Dept of the Army Materiel Command Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Hawaii Pacific CESU Apply for 08HQPA0024 Funding Number: 08HQPA0024 Agency: Geological Survey Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $42,428 |
| Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit, Rocky Mountain CESU Apply for 08HQPA0023 Funding Number: 08HQPA0023 Agency: Geological Survey Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: $22,798 |
| ROSES 2008 Geospace Science Apply for NNH08ZDA001N GEO Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N GEO Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ROSES 2008 Advanced Component Technology Apply for NNH08ZDA001N ACT Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N ACT Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ROSES 2008 Planetary Mission Data Analysis Apply for NNH08ZDA001N PMDAP Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N PMDAP Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Instant Fire Suppression Apply for DARPA BAA 08 26 Funding Number: DARPA BAA 08 26 Agency: DARPA Defense Sciences Office Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Surface Catalysis for Energy (SurfCat) Apply for DARPA BAA 08 48 Funding Number: DARPA BAA 08 48 Agency: DARPA Defense Sciences Office Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ROSES2008 SMAP Science Definition Team Apply for NNH08ZDA001N SMAPSDT Funding Number: NNH08ZDA001N SMAPSDT Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Cooperative Research Units Program Apply for 08HQPA0028 Funding Number: 08HQPA0028 Agency: Geological Survey Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Construction Grant Program Apply for 2008 NIST 01 Funding Number: 2008 NIST 01 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Self HEALing mixed signal Integrated Circuits (HEALICs) Apply for DARPA BAA 08 40 Funding Number: DARPA BAA 08 40 Agency: DARPA Microsystems Technology Office Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ROA 2008 E.2 Innovation in Aeronautics Instruction (IAI) Apply for NNH08ZEA001N IAI1 Funding Number: NNH08ZEA001N IAI1 Agency: NASA Headquarters Category: Science and Technology and other Research and Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "NNH08ZEA001N AP1", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.