The U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research (ONR) is offering this grant to develop advanced payloads for its Expeditionary Mine Countermeasures (ExMCM) forces. This grant specifically targets the neutralization of hazardous and explosive threats, including deep water mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIEDs). These innovative payloads will be designed for delivery by divers or Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). The primary purpose of this grant is to enhance the capabilities of ExMCM forces in challenging marine environments, countering a wide range of underwater threats. Technologies developed through this initiative may seamlessly transition to the existing EOD Maritime Expeditionary Standoff Response (MESR) program of record, ensuring practical application and integration into current operational strategies.
Opportunity ID: 357671
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | N0001425SBC02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Neutralization In Challenging Environments Using Lethal Effects (NICELE) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.300 — Basic and Applied Scientific Research |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 09, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | All responsible sources from academia, industry and the research community worldwide may submit proposals under this BAA. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to submit proposals and join others in submitting proposals; however, no portion of this BAA will be set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses or other socio-economic participation. All businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to submit proposals and compete for funding consideration. Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs), including Department of Energy National Laboratories, are not eligible to receive awards under this BAA. However, teaming arrangements between FFRDCs and eligible principal Offerors are allowed so long as such arrangements are permitted under the sponsoring agreement between the Government and the specific FFRDC. Navy laboratories, military universities and warfare centers as well as other Department of Defense and civilian agency laboratories are also not eligible to receive awards under this BAA and should not directly submit either white papers or full proposals in response to this BAA. If any such organization is interested in one or more of the programs described herein, the organization should contact an appropriate ONR Technical POC to discuss its area of interest. University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to submit proposals under this BAA unless precluded from doing so by their Department of Defense UARC contract. Teams are also encouraged and may submit proposals in any areas; however, Offerors must be willing to cooperate and exchange software, data and other information in an integrated program with other contractors, as well as with system integrators, selected by ONR. Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding. Prior to award and throughout the period of performance, DoD may continue to request updated continuing and pending support information, which will be reviewed and may result in discontinuation of funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Naval Research |
| Description: |
The U.S. Navy’s ExMCM forces confront a wide range of hazardous and explosive threats like underwater mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIED)s. ONR seeks to develop payloads that enable ExMCM forces to neutralize deep water mines and WBIEDs. A diver and/or ROV will deliver these payloads. Technologies developed may transition to the existing EOD Maritime Expeditionary Standoff Response (MESR) program of record, which fields underwater capabilities required to counter threats in marine environments. ***Industry Day will be on 31 JAN 2025. Registration for Industry Day deadline is 10 JAN 2025.*** |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to all ONR Funding Announcements |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Veronica Lacey
Lead Grants Specialist Email:veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment 0001 – Extensions to ‘Recommended Full Proposal Submission’, ‘Notification of Selection: Full Proposals’, and ‘Award’ dates. | Apr 30, 2025 | |
| Amendment 0001 – Extensions to ‘Recommended Full Proposal Submission’, ‘Notification of Selection: Full Proposals’, and ‘Award’ dates. | Dec 11, 2024 | |
| Dec 11, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | N0001425SBC02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Neutralization In Challenging Environments Using Lethal Effects (NICELE) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.300 — Basic and Applied Scientific Research |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 09, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | All responsible sources from academia, industry and the research community worldwide may submit proposals under this BAA. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to submit proposals and join others in submitting proposals; however, no portion of this BAA will be set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses or other socio-economic participation. All businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to submit proposals and compete for funding consideration. Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs), including Department of Energy National Laboratories, are not eligible to receive awards under this BAA. However, teaming arrangements between FFRDCs and eligible principal Offerors are allowed so long as such arrangements are permitted under the sponsoring agreement between the Government and the specific FFRDC. Navy laboratories, military universities and warfare centers as well as other Department of Defense and civilian agency laboratories are also not eligible to receive awards under this BAA and should not directly submit either white papers or full proposals in response to this BAA. If any such organization is interested in one or more of the programs described herein, the organization should contact an appropriate ONR Technical POC to discuss its area of interest. University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to submit proposals under this BAA unless precluded from doing so by their Department of Defense UARC contract. Teams are also encouraged and may submit proposals in any areas; however, Offerors must be willing to cooperate and exchange software, data and other information in an integrated program with other contractors, as well as with system integrators, selected by ONR. Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding. Prior to award and throughout the period of performance, DoD may continue to request updated continuing and pending support information, which will be reviewed and may result in discontinuation of funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Naval Research |
| Description: |
The U.S. Navy’s ExMCM forces confront a wide range of hazardous and explosive threats like underwater mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIED)s. ONR seeks to develop payloads that enable ExMCM forces to neutralize deep water mines and WBIEDs. A diver and/or ROV will deliver these payloads. Technologies developed may transition to the existing EOD Maritime Expeditionary Standoff Response (MESR) program of record, which fields underwater capabilities required to counter threats in marine environments. ***Industry Day will be on 31 JAN 2025. Registration for Industry Day deadline is 10 JAN 2025.*** |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to all ONR Funding Announcements |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Veronica Lacey
Lead Grants Specialist Email:veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | N0001425SBC02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Neutralization In Challenging Environments Using Lethal Effects (NICELE) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.300 — Basic and Applied Scientific Research |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 30, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | All responsible sources from academia, industry and the research community worldwide may submit proposals under this BAA. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to submit proposals and join others in submitting proposals; however, no portion of this BAA will be set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses or other socio-economic participation. All businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to submit proposals and compete for funding consideration. Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs), including Department of Energy National Laboratories, are not eligible to receive awards under this BAA. However, teaming arrangements between FFRDCs and eligible principal Offerors are allowed so long as such arrangements are permitted under the sponsoring agreement between the Government and the specific FFRDC. Navy laboratories, military universities and warfare centers as well as other Department of Defense and civilian agency laboratories are also not eligible to receive awards under this BAA and should not directly submit either white papers or full proposals in response to this BAA. If any such organization is interested in one or more of the programs described herein, the organization should contact an appropriate ONR Technical POC to discuss its area of interest. University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to submit proposals under this BAA unless precluded from doing so by their Department of Defense UARC contract. Teams are also encouraged and may submit proposals in any areas; however, Offerors must be willing to cooperate and exchange software, data and other information in an integrated program with other contractors, as well as with system integrators, selected by ONR. Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding. Prior to award and throughout the period of performance, DoD may continue to request updated continuing and pending support information, which will be reviewed and may result in discontinuation of funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Naval Research |
| Description: |
The U.S. Navy’s ExMCM forces confront a wide range of hazardous and explosive threats like underwater mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIED)s. ONR seeks to develop payloads that enable ExMCM forces to neutralize deep water mines and WBIEDs. A diver and/or ROV will deliver these payloads. Technologies developed may transition to the existing EOD Maritime Expeditionary Standoff Response (MESR) program of record, which fields underwater capabilities required to counter threats in marine environments. ***Industry Day will be on 31 JAN 2025. Registration for Industry Day deadline is 10 JAN 2025.*** |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to all ONR Funding Announcements |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Veronica Lacey
Lead Grants Specialist Email:veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | N0001425SBC02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Neutralization In Challenging Environments Using Lethal Effects (NICELE) |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant Procurement Contract |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 12.300 — Basic and Applied Scientific Research |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 12, 2025 Refer to the solicitation document for white paper due dates. |
| Archive Date: | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | All responsible sources from academia, industry and the research community worldwide may submit proposals under this BAA. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority Institutions (MIs) are encouraged to submit proposals and join others in submitting proposals; however, no portion of this BAA will be set aside for HBCUs/MIs, small businesses or other socio-economic participation. All businesses, both small and large, are encouraged to submit proposals and compete for funding consideration. Federally Funded Research & Development Centers (FFRDCs), including Department of Energy National Laboratories, are not eligible to receive awards under this BAA. However, teaming arrangements between FFRDCs and eligible principal Offerors are allowed so long as such arrangements are permitted under the sponsoring agreement between the Government and the specific FFRDC. Navy laboratories, military universities and warfare centers as well as other Department of Defense and civilian agency laboratories are also not eligible to receive awards under this BAA and should not directly submit either white papers or full proposals in response to this BAA. If any such organization is interested in one or more of the programs described herein, the organization should contact an appropriate ONR Technical POC to discuss its area of interest. University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs) are eligible to submit proposals under this BAA unless precluded from doing so by their Department of Defense UARC contract. Teams are also encouraged and may submit proposals in any areas; however, Offerors must be willing to cooperate and exchange software, data and other information in an integrated program with other contractors, as well as with system integrators, selected by ONR. Disclosures of current and pending support made in this application may render an applicant ineligible for funding. Prior to award and throughout the period of performance, DoD may continue to request updated continuing and pending support information, which will be reviewed and may result in discontinuation of funding. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Office of Naval Research |
| Description: |
The U.S. Navy’s ExMCM forces confront a wide range of hazardous and explosive threats like underwater mines and Water-borne Improvised Explosive Devices (WBIED)s. ONR seeks to develop payloads that enable ExMCM forces to neutralize deep water mines and WBIEDs. A diver and/or ROV will deliver these payloads. Technologies developed may transition to the existing EOD Maritime Expeditionary Standoff Response (MESR) program of record, which fields underwater capabilities required to counter threats in marine environments. ***Industry Day will be on 31 JAN 2025. Registration for Industry Day deadline is 10 JAN 2025.*** |
| Link to Additional Information: | Link to all ONR Funding Announcements |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Veronica Lacey
Lead Grants Specialist Email:veronica.y.lacey.civ@us.navy.mil |
Related Documents
Folder 357671 Full Announcement-NICELE -> N0001425SBC02.pdf
Folder 357671 Revised Full Announcement-Amendment 0001 -> N0001425SBC02 – Amendment 0001.pdf
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