Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT)
Air Force Research Laboratory ReACT funds research and technology maturation efforts that support transition from basic research toward advanced capability development for DoD, under a federal contract/MAA vehicle.
⚑ Applicant restrictions: federal contract vehicle; public universities are not direct applicants under this notice. · MAA framework spans progression from basic research to technology maturation and transition; specific tasking would depend on attached MAA/Industry Guide. · No deadline stated in the notice.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
| IPPRA | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 15 none | university cannot apply directly (ineligible) |
Description
The Air Force Research Laboratory, Integrated Capabilities Directorate (AFRL/RS) Rapid Advanced Capability Transition (ReACT) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) is intended to provide a comprehensive strategy for AFRL/RS’ range of S&T, allowing for progression from basic research to technology maturation and transition. Please see attached MAA and Industry Guide for additional information.
Eligibility
Applicant restrictions (federal contract). Set-aside: . Notice type: Special Notice. Organization: DEPT OF DEFENSE / / DEPT OF DEFENSE.
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