Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction
Open
Defense Threat Reduction Agency is offering grants to any type of organization. It expects to make about 10 awards worth $500 million in total. Applications close on September 30, 2034.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed January 20, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceilingnot stated
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards10
- Total funding$500 million
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement, Grant
Key dates
| Posted | October 1, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | September 30, 2034 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | October 30, 2034 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to any type of organization.
- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
See Section 3. “Eligibility Information”, of the BAA for full Eligibility Requirements.
Is this a realistic fit?
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
** Fundamental Research BAA Amendment 2 posted on January 15, 2026** This Amendment adds Topics B1-B6. PRE-APPLICATION WHITE PAPERS FOR THIS TOPIC MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11:59 PM (MIDNIGHT) EST ON 2 MARCH 2026. White papers may not be considered if they are received after this deadline. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to review the BAA in its entirety. **Please note that ALL general correspondence for this BAA must be sent to dtra.belvoir.rd.mbx.rd-cb-frbaa25-34-a@mail.mil Thrust Area-specific correspondence must be sent to dtra.belvoir.rd.mbx.rd-cb-frbaa25-34-a@mail.mil
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to samuel D Jensen, Grantor, dtra.belvoir.rd.mbx.rd-cb-frbaa25-34-a@mail.mil, 703-677-7739.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction?
Defense Threat Reduction Agency accepts applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction?
Closes September 30, 2034 (2891 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
About $500 million in total across about 10 awards.
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