Description
The NOAA NESDIS Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for FY 2027‑2028 solicits research, education, outreach, and innovative project proposals that are not covered by NOAA’s regular competitive programs. Funding is contingent on the availability of appropriations and is not guaranteed. Eligible applicants include higher‑education institutions, nonprofits, commercial firms, state, local, and tribal governments, and international entities (excluding federal agencies unless using an Inter‑agency Agreement). The BAA also specifically supports Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) projects, which are limited to non‑federal partners of designated regional CESU programs. Proposals are submitted electronically via Grants.gov, with a single submission window opening 13 Oct 2026 and closing 30 Sep 2028. No pre‑bid meeting, site visit, or question deadline is indicated. The award ceiling is listed as $0 (i.e., no set maximum), and the anticipated project period can extend up to two fiscal years.