Pioneering Aerospace Capabilities, Engineering and Research (PACER)

Does this fit your business?

PACER is an Air Force Research Lab broad announcement for pioneering aerospace R&D, engineering, and technology projects, open to any entity type including small businesses. It only makes sense if your core work is aerospace, defense, or advanced technology research; a retail, finance, or real estate business should not bother. The award amount is not published, so confirm funding scope with the agency before investing effort.

Best for

Small businesses doing aerospace R&D, Universities and research labs, Nonprofits with aerospace engineering programs, Government and tribal entities working on defense technology

Not for

Retail, finance, or real estate businesses, Organizations needing working capital or non-R&D funding, Applicants outside aerospace, defense, or engineering research

These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for

R&D, Research, Engineering, Technology development

Who can apply

Small businesses, For-profit companies, Nonprofits, Individuals, State and local governments, Tribal governments and organizations, Colleges and universities, Other applicants (see eligibility)

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?

May 10, 2043. That is a broad-agency announcement with an unusually long open window, so proposals are likely reviewed on a rolling basis, but the notice does not say how review works.

Who can apply for this grant?

Eligibility is unrestricted: any type of entity may apply, including small businesses, other for-profits, nonprofits, individuals, universities, government organizations, and tribal entities.

Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?

The notice does not say specifically. It lists individuals and small businesses as eligible applicant types, which generally covers sole proprietors, but the Air Force Research Lab does not spell out sole proprietor or single-member LLC rules in this announcement.

Can a nonprofit apply?

Yes. Nonprofits are listed among the applicant types that may apply, and eligibility is unrestricted overall.

Summary

Air Force Research Lab broad announcement (unrestricted eligibility) for pioneering aerospace capabilities, engineering, and research projects. Any entity type — including small businesses, other for-profits, universities, nonprofits, and government organizations — may apply to advance aerospace R&D and engineering capabilities.

About this grant

Who can apply

The listing does not include detailed eligibility text. Check the official listing before you apply.

Topics and uses of funds

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