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Logistics Technology Research is sponsored by Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). This DLA R&D program focuses on improving logistics processes, embracing emerging technology such as unmanned vehicles and robotics, and enhancing analysis, modeling, and decision support. It aims to stimulate technological innovation and increase commercialization of R&D within DLA managed supply chains.
While primarily for small businesses and research institutions, nonprofits could potentially participate in cooperative R&D projects.
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DLA R&D's mission is to accelerate leading-edge capabilities that enhance and sustain Warfighter logistics, with a vision to be the premier innovator ensuring logistics readiness and global supply network agility.
Our 14 leading-edge logistics research (LogTech), manufacturing technology (ManTech), and small business innovation program (SBIP) programs advance DLA’s strategic priorities by transforming warfighter readiness, strengthening supply chain resilience, innovating global logistics and fielding emergency technology.
R&D is committed to fostering impactful partnerships with the military services, Defense and civilian government agencies, academic institutions, and manufacturing innovation institutes to support a robust defense industrial base.
R&D’s key focus areas are: business and digital development data, supply chain resiliency, additive manufacturing, rare earth and strategic materials, generative artificial intelligence/AI/machine learning, large language models, digital sustainment platform, digital twin/digital thread, nuclear weapons modernization, and acquisition reform. Our 16 program managers direct over 325 agile, capability-driven projects.
R&D’s initiatives are projected to save DLA over $370M through fiscal year 2027.
* Logistics R&D Technology * Manufacturing Technology | **Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR)** | Leads the evolutionary future of acquisition, delivering collaborative, digitally enabled solutions through emerging technologies, data science and processes that leverage a knowledge-rich workforce, actionable market intelligence, modernized enterprise IT resources, and a secure and connected supply chain.
| AMTR Quick Reference | | **Defense Logistics Information Research**– Research should focus on strengthening the DOD's Digital Engineering Strategy and Digital Modernization Strategy with an emphasis on advanced manufacturing techniques that support DLA and Defense Industrial Base by developing innovative solutions through digital twins of manufacturing processes, digitizing critical organizational workflows and dynamics, and preparing a technologically proficient workforce.
| BAA 0002-21 | 09/02/2021-09/01/2026 | * IDIQ | $49M | | **Military Unique Sustainment Technology (MUST III)** – C onducting advanced technology development projects focused on the Class II (C&T) supply chain. *After an initial 01/16/2026 closing, it reopens for white papers for 5 years.
| BAA 0001-26 | 12/02/2025-01/16/2026* | * Cost Type * IDIQ | $50M | | **Acquisition Modernization Technology Research (AMTR)**- Assess acquisition and procurement processes, identifies and prioritizes areas that would benefit from IT modernization or advanced technologies, evaluates technical requirements, and pursues future research efforts for DLA.
| SP4701-23-B-0001 | 05/03/2023 - 05/29/2028 | * IDIQ * White paper | $50M | | **Logistics Technology Research -**Continue to explore the application of emergent technologies and commercial or other innovative business practices to develop new capabilities and improve internal DLA processes to sustain DOD weapon systems | SP4701-24-B-0001 | 08/27/24 – 08/27/29 | * IDIQ | $35M | | **Forging-**addresses the requirements to: (1) structure, execute, and coordinate projects that develop innovative solutions that reduce the DLA backorders, or unfilled orders for items containing forgings, and (2) to improve the quality, productivity, technology, and business practices of the forging industry.
| SP4701-25-B-0002 | 08/13/25 - 08/27/2030 | * IDIQ * Cost Type | $50M | ## DLA Research and Development: Nickel Zinc Battery Manufacturing Project (open caption) The future of military readiness is being powered by innovation. The Defense Logistics Agency's R&D team is collaborating with the military and industry leader to advance nickel-zinc (NiZn) battery production.
This initiative will deliver safer, more powerful, and longer-lasting batteries for critical defense applications, from submarines to ground vehicles. This project is a prime example of DLA's commitment to strengthening the U.S. industrial base and accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge technology. See how DLA is working with industry to bring innovative solutions to difficult issues.
For more information about DLA Research and Development visit: https://www. dla. mil/Information-Operations/Research-And-Development/
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses and non-profit U.S. research institutions, such as universities, for cooperative R&D projects. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Logistics Technology Research are due August 27, 2029. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Logistics Technology Research is funded by Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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