Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)
PACER is an Air Force Research Lab research and development funding mechanism for pioneering aerospace capabilities, engineering, and research; the notice does not state specific applicant eligibility.
⚑ Eligibility not stated in the notice. · Multiple instrument types listed, including procurement contract; award ceiling is listed as $0.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 75 strong | technical depth: central; funds applied research |
| IPPRA | 45 partial | peripheral portfolio topic: national_security_defense; social/behavioral work is none; funds applied research; eligibility unclear — verify in the NOFO |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
Description
Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)
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View on Grants.gov → CONTACT: Jodonna Alvarez Grantor <AFRL.RQ.PACERBAA@us.af.mil>
Proposal brief SEE AN EXAMPLE →
A one-page internal memo: fit assessment, submission requirements, document scaffold, and next steps dated back from the deadline — tailored to your project idea if you add one.
Proposal shell · Department of Defense (BAA-style) conventions SEE A DOD EXAMPLE →
Funder-faithful document skeletons — Department of Defense (BAA-style)'s document set with section headings, page limits, reviewer guidance, and writing prompts; add a project idea to get [DRAFT] starter bullets. Download as .md for Word or Overleaf.