What types of agencies buy Academic Funding services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Academic Funding services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Academic Funding contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find Academic Funding contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Academic Funding?

Yes. Many Academic Funding contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Academic Funding government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Academic Funding can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

Academic Funding Government Contracts

DEPT OF DEFENSE

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting proposals for the Young Faculty Award (YFA) program, aimed at supporting early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions. This program seeks to foster innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs, ultimately enhancing…

VA

Posted Dec 8, 2025Due Jan 20, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPARA2502

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting proposals for the Young Faculty Award (YFA) program, aimed at supporting early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions. This program seeks to foster innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs, ultimately enhancing…

VA

Posted Nov 12, 2025Due Jan 20, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPARA2502

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting proposals for the Young Faculty Award (YFA) program, aimed at supporting early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions. This program seeks to foster innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs, ultimately enhancing…

VA

Posted Oct 9, 2025Due Jan 20, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPARA2502

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting proposals for the Young Faculty Award (YFA) program, aimed at supporting early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions. This program seeks to foster innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs, ultimately enhancing…

VA

Posted Oct 9, 2025Due Jan 20, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPARA2502

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Archived

AI Summary

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting proposals for the Young Faculty Award (YFA) program, aimed at supporting early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions. This program seeks to foster innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs, ultimately enhancing…

VA

Posted Sep 30, 2025Due Jan 20, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPARA2502

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Academic Funding Government Contracts

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

YOUNG FACULTY AWARD (YFA) 2026

Academic Funding Government Contracts — FAQ