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Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Department of War (DoW) Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP)

Office of Naval Research

Published: Jul 29, 2026

Updated: Jul 30, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

This is a grants contract in the Research and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Scientific Research. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 50,000 – USD 3.0 million. Proposals must be submitted before November 6, 2026.

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Description

In accordance with EO 14332, Improving Oversight of Federal Grantmaking, dated 7 August 2025, and EO 14303, Restoring Gold Standard Science, dated 23 May 2025, this Announcement seeks proposals from universities to purchase equipment and instrumentation in support of research in areas of interest to the DoW, reflecting the basic research priorities for the Department of War and advancing the administration and agency priorities (c.f., OMB memo M-25-34 “Fiscal Year 2027 Administration Research and Development Budget Priorities and Cross-Cutting Actions”). DoW interests include the areas of research supported by the Army Research Office (ARO), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), and the Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). A central purpose of the DURIP is to provide equipment and instrumentation to enhance research related education in areas of interest and priority to the DoW. Therefore, your proposal must address the impact of the equipment or instrumentation on your institution’s ability to educate students through research in disciplines important to DoW missions. Agency: Veronica Lacey Grantor CFDA: 12.300 Eligible Applicants: This competition is open to accredited U.S. institutions of higher education with degree granting programs in science, mathematics, and/or engineering except for-profit educational institutions.University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to participate in this competition.Federally Funded Research and Development Centers are not eligible to participate. Applicant Types: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Cost Sharing: No More Info: Link to all ONR Funding Annoucements — https://www.onr.navy.mil/work-with-us/funding-opportunities Contact: Veronica Lacey Grantor Email: veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil

Data provenance

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About Office of Naval Research

Office of Naval Research has issued 4 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Security, Defense & Justice, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: July 29, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $50,000 - $3,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. You have 99 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Office of Naval Research in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Grants contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.