The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) grant. This grant is designed to significantly enhance the capabilities of accredited United States institutions of higher education. Its primary purpose is to empower these institutions to conduct cutting-edge research and effectively educate future scientists and engineers in fields critical to national defense. Through DURIP, the DoD provides essential funding specifically for the acquisition of vital research equipment and instrumentation. This strategic investment aims to strengthen the nation’s scientific and engineering foundation, directly supporting defense priorities. Please note that for-profit organizations are not eligible to receive funding under this program.
Opportunity ID: 358447
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NOFOAFRLAFOSR20250005 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Fiscal Year 2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | May 25, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $34,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force Office of Scientific Research |
| Description: |
The Department of Defense (DoD) announces the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP). DURIP is designed to improve the capabilities of accredited United States (U.S.) institutions of higher education to conduct research and to educate scientists and engineers in areas important to national defense, by providing funds for the acquisition of research equipment or instrumentation. For-profit organizations are not eligible for DURIP funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
MS. KATIE WISECARVER
Program Coordinator Phone 703-696-9544 Email:durip@us.af.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2025 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NOFOAFRLAFOSR20250005 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Fiscal Year 2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.800 — Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 19, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 25, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | May 25, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $34,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $3,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Air Force Office of Scientific Research |
| Description: |
The Department of Defense (DoD) announces the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP). DURIP is designed to improve the capabilities of accredited United States (U.S.) institutions of higher education to conduct research and to educate scientists and engineers in areas important to national defense, by providing funds for the acquisition of research equipment or instrumentation. For-profit organizations are not eligible for DURIP funding. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
MS. KATIE WISECARVER
Program Coordinator Phone 703-696-9544 Email:durip@us.af.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 358447 Full Announcement-FY26 DURIP -> NOFOAFRLAFOSR20250005.pdf
Folder 358447 Revised Full Announcement-FY26 DURIP -> NOFOAFRLAFOSR20250005 – Amendment 1.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | MS. KATIE WISECARVER Program Coordinator Phone 703-696-9544 Email: durip@us.af.mil |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12.800 | PKG00290389 | Feb 19, 2025 | Apr 25, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
358447 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
358447 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
358447 Project_Abstract_1_2-1.2.pdf
358447 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
358447 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_4_0-4.0.pdf
358447 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
358447 RR_Budget_3_0-3.0.pdf
Optional forms
358447 RR_SubawardBudget_3_0-3.0.pdf
358447 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
358447 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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