Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) for Military Engineering and Engineered Resilient Systems

The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) is issuing a continuously‑open Broad Other Transaction Authority Announcement (BOTAA) inviting prototype concept white papers focused on Military Engineering (ME) and Engineered Resilient Systems (ERS). Submissions are evaluated competitively against the criteria in the announcement, without regard to other submissions. White papers may be submitted at any time throughout the year via the ERDCWERX portal, and ERDC will evaluate them for potential funding, though availability of funds may limit award amounts. This opportunity is aimed at organizations capable of delivering innovative engineering research concepts that advance military engineering and resilient infrastructure capabilities. • Target areas: Military Engineering and Engineered Resilient Systems. • Submission portal: https://www.erdcwerx.org/broad-other-transaction-authority-announcement/ (continuous open). • Deadline for the current round: 31 Dec 2026 17:00 CT, but the solicitation remains open for future submissions. • NAICS primary code: 541715 (Research & Development in Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences). • No specific contract term or award date disclosed; funding depends on available resources.