Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Rapid Maturation

Development of inexpensive, highly maneuverable defenses against commercially available unmanned aerial systems that threaten tactical forces, critical infrastructure, and installations, addressing limitations in current defense systems. Program Details Department of War is a funding organization that offers the Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems Rapid Maturation grant program to support infrastructure. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Department of War through SBIR.gov Open Topics. Organizations seeking funding for infrastructure should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants include for-profit businesses. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Department of War or on SBIR.gov Open Topics before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline The application deadline is November 25, 2026 (33 days remaining). Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports infrastructure. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 237. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through SBIR.gov Open Topics. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

• Programs related to infrastructure

Award details

Applications close on November 25, 2026 (33 days remaining).

Categories

Infrastructure