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ONR GlobalX AI for Advancing Maritime Security is a research and development solicitation from the Office of Naval Research that funds the development of artificial intelligence solutions for maritime security applications. The program seeks innovative AI technologies that can advance the state-of-the-art in naval and maritime threat detection, domain awareness, and autonomous systems for defense applications.
Eligible applicants include commercial firms, academic institutions, and nonprofits capable of developing qualifying AI solutions; both US and international organizations may apply in some cases. Award amounts vary by project scope and are determined through BAA or NOFO solicitation review. There is no fixed deadline; solicitations are released periodically through ONR's Broad Agency Announcement process.
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Organizational Conflicts of Interest To ensure fairness in the consideration of proposals for ONR systems engineering and technical assistance and/or support services, policies have been implemented to protect against organizational conflicts of interest . Most of ONR’s solicitations are for research and development and are accomplished through BAAs announcing research interests.
BAAs are a streamlined method used to advertise and solicit performers for ONR research areas. A BAA or NOFO is used to fill requirements for scientific study and experimentation directed toward advancing the state-of-the-art or increasing knowledge or understanding rather than focusing on a specific system or hardware solution.
NOFOs only result in the award of an assistance instrument and BAAs may result in the award of both acquisition and assistance instruments. BAA Calls are often released to focus attention on a specific topic and funding availability.
Commercial Solution Opening (CSO) A CSO is a competitive process to acquire innovative commercial products and commercial services through a competitive selection of proposals resulting from a general solicitation and the peer review of such proposals to obtain solutions or new capabilities that fulfill requirements, close capability gaps or provide potential technological advances.
A CSO may also be used to fulfill requirements for R&D solutions ranging from advanced component development through operational systems development. For CSO purposes, innovation is defined as any technology, process or method, including research and development that is new as of the date of proposal submission or any application of a technology, process or method that is new as of proposal submission.
Request for Proposal (RFP) Although less frequently used than announcements, the RFP is another solicitation method. RFPs are used in negotiated acquisitions to communicate Government requirements for supplies and services where there is a common statement of work. ONR RFPs are posted at https://sam.
gov/content/opportunities . An RFQ is a solicitation that provides in exacting detail a list or description of all relevant parameters of the requirements. RFQs are best suited to commercial products and services.
ONR RFQs are posted at https://sam. gov/content/opportunities . Request for Information (RFI) An RFI is used when a government agency does not presently intend to award a contract, but wants to obtain price, delivery, other market information or capabilities for planning purposes.
Responses to these notices are not offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. ONR RFIs are posted at https://sam. gov/content/opportunities .
An SN provides information about Industry Days, other events and other information that, while not captured in one of the other funding announcements, may be relevant to a given opportunity. ONR SNs are posted at https://sam. gov/content/opportunities .
ONR uses SeaPort to acquire support services. SeaPort is the Navy's electronic platform for acquiring support services in 22 functional areas including engineering, financial management and program management. The SeaPort portal provides a standardized, efficient means of soliciting offers from amongst the diverse population of large and small businesses and their approved team members.
All task orders are competitively solicited, awarded and managed using the SeaPort platform. The Navy conducts rolling admissions to allow new industry partners with participation opportunities. Get information on SeaPort Login (navy.
mil) . Sole Source Requirements and Justification and Approvals (J&As) A J&A is a legal document required by Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for contracting on a sole source basis (i.e. not providing for competition). J&As set forth the facts for the determination that a sole source contract is appropriate.
Sole source requirements and J&As are posted at https://sam. gov/content/opportunities . What is an Unsolicited Proposal?
An Unsolicited Proposal is a written application for a new or innovative idea submitted on the initiative of the offeror for the purpose of obtaining a contract with ONR, and is not in response to an RFP, BAA, Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) topic, Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) topic, Program Research and Development Announcement, or any other Government-initiated solicitation or program.
The preferred method for submitting ideas and concepts to ONR, in lieu of submission of an Unsolicited Proposal, is to respond to an open solicitation. Types of solicitations used by ONR include: BAAs, SBIR topics, STTR topics, RFPs, NOFOs, or other ONR-sponsored solicitations. For more detailed information on how to find ONR solicitation opportunities, please review the sections above.
For details on the Department of the Navy’s SBIR and STTR opportunities, please visit our SBIR/STTR page .
If after reviewing ONR’s open solicitation opportunities and concluding that submission of an Unsolicited Proposal is the most appropriate course of action, please note that there are strict policies and procedures concerning the submission, receipt, evaluation, and acceptance or rejection of an Unsolicited Proposal as set forth in FAR Subpart 15. 6 – Unsolicited Proposals. Contents of an Unsolicited Proposal Visit FAR Part 15.
605 for guidance regarding the content that should be included in a properly submitted unsolicited proposal. Proper Marking of Unsolicited Proposals An unsolicited proposal may include data that the offeror does not want disclosed to the public for any purpose or used by the Government except for evaluation purposes.
If the offeror wishes to restrict the data, the title page must be properly marked using the language referenced in FAR Part 15. 609 – Limited Use of Data. Submission of Unsolicited Proposals All Unsolicited Proposals shall be submitted to ONR.
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For requirements concerning responsible prospective contractors see FAR Subpart 9. 1, and for organizational conflicts of interest see FAR Subpart 9. 5.
Evaluation of Unsolicited Proposals All unsolicited proposals are reviewed in accordance with FAR Part 15. 603 and evaluated in accordance with FAR Part(s) 15. 606-1 and 15.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Commercial firms, academic institutions, and nonprofits capable of developing AI solutions for maritime security applications. Both U. S. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies by project Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 23, 2025. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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ONR Innovation Industry Day (I2D): Power & Energy N0001426SN003 is sponsored by Office of Naval Research (ONR). This is a special notice for an Innovation Industry Day focused on Power & Energy for the Navy and Marine Corps. It's an opportunity for organizations to engage with ONR on groundbreaking ideas in this area.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Department of the Navy's SBIR program seeks small business partners to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical challenges faced by Sailors and Marines, across more than 30 science and technology areas, including cybersecurity and intelligence threat assessment techno…
STTR DON26TZ01-NV016: Nudging Behaviors for Better Sleep is a grant from U.S. Navy (Office of Naval Research) that Funding Database We hear regularly from founders and companies that just missed the perfect multi-million dollar opportunity for. Innovation Funding Database We hear regularly from founders and companies that just missed the perfect multi-million dollar opportunity for them. Broad topics cover wide areas of interest where the government wants solutions. Eligible applicants include Small business concerns (SBCs) organized for profit, with a place of business in the United States; at least 51% owned and controlled by one or more U. S. citizens or permanent resident aliens. Awards up to up to $1,750,000 (Phase II) with a deadline of 2026-06-03 00:00:00+00.
Operation Stonegarden (OPSG) is a federal grant program administered by FEMA through the Office of the Governor's Public Safety Office that funds enhanced border security cooperation among Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Border Patrol, and state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies. The program supports joint operations to secure land and water border routes, improve intelligence sharing, and expand 287(g) screening operations within correctional facilities. In 2025, the national priority is Supporting Border Crisis Response and Enforcement, covering training, operational coordination, and risk management. Eligible expenses include operational overtime costs, staffing support for screening activities, and training programs in immigration law, civil rights protections, and 287(g) procedures.
ALIAS Missionized Autonomy for Emergency Services - SBIR XL is sponsored by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). This initiative aims to develop and integrate third-party autonomy applications with existing systems to deliver enhanced optionally piloted vehicle (OPV) capabilities optimized for sustained concurrent/collaborative multi-vehicle wildland firefighting operations, with additional capabilities pertaining to emergency services, including search and rescue (SAR). The focus is on autonomy app development to enable complex tasks with minimal human intervention.