CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas
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The Air Force Research Laboratory, Human Effectiveness Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM), is soliciting white papers (and potentially later technical and cost proposals) on the research located in the Continuing Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) Statements of Objectives, FA238424S2233. This Solicitation is limited to those efforts that meet the requirements of 10 USC 4023, which includes the Secretary of Defense and the Secretaries of the military departments may each buy ordnance, signal, chemical activity, transportation, energy, medical, space- flight, telecommunications, and aeronautical supplies, including parts and accessories, and designs thereof, that the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary concerned considers necessary for experimental or test purposes in the development of the best supplies that are needed for the national defense. List of Attachments: 1. "Open Period Solicitation 1_ARA Amend 01" 2. "Attachment 1 - List of Provisions and Clauses (ARA)" Related Notice: Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) FA238424S2233, "Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS)" Note: You MUST refer to the related notice identified above in order to obtain all additional attachments referenced herein (e. g. CHEERS Industry Guide, Statements of Objectives (SOO), and S&T Protection Appendices).
CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas is a federal research solicitation from the Air Force Research Laboratory's Human Effectiveness Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM). This program invites organizations to submit white papers and potentially technical and cost proposals for research initiatives focused on Continuing Human Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining objectives. The program is designed for entities developing innovative supplies, technologies, and solutions essential for national defense, specifically in experimental and test purposes as authorized under 10 USC 4023. Entrepreneurs and research organizations working in aeronautical, medical, space-flight, telecommunications, chemical, transportation, and energy sectors should consider applying. This is an excellent opportunity for contractors and researchers seeking to collaborate with the U.S. Air Force on cutting-edge human effectiveness research. The program operates under Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) FA238424S2233, providing a structured pathway for defense-focused innovation. Organizations are encouraged to review the complete MAA documentation, including the CHEERS Industry Guide and Statements of Objectives, to understand specific technical requirements and submission guidelines for their research area.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 30, 2027
Who can apply
Last verified July 5, 2026 · Source: Grants.gov
Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by technical area and project scope
Deadline
2027-09-30
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Rolling (Open Period submission with white papers followed by proposal invitations)
Best For
Research organizations, contractors, and innovators in defense technology, aerospace, medical, telecommunications, and engineering sectors
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas?
Specific eligibility criteria are not detailed in the available summary information. Applicants must meet requirements under 10 USC 4023 and comply with all provisions outlined in the Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) FA238424S2233. For comprehensive eligibility requirements, review the official solicitation document 'Open Period Solicitation 1_ARA Amend 01' and consult the complete MAA materials on the official Air Force Research Laboratory website.
How much funding does CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas provide?
Specific funding amounts are not provided in the available program summary. Funding varies based on the technical area, scope of research, and proposed project requirements. Contact the Air Force Research Laboratory or review the complete MAA solicitation for detailed funding information and budget guidelines.
How do I apply for CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas?
The application process begins with submitting white papers according to the solicitation requirements outlined in FA238424S2233. Successful white paper submissions may be invited to submit full technical and cost proposals. Applicants must follow all procedures and deadlines specified in the official solicitation documents, including 'Open Period Solicitation 1_ARA Amend 01' and 'Attachment 1 - List of Provisions and Clauses (ARA).' Visit the Air Force Research Laboratory official website for the complete solicitation package, application portal, and submission instructions.
What can CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas funding be used for?
Funding supports research and development of supplies, technologies, and solutions across all technical areas covered by the program, including: aeronautical, medical, space-flight, telecommunications, chemical, transportation, and energy sectors. Projects must focus on experimental or test purposes that advance human effectiveness, performance, restoration, and sustainment for national defense applications. Research must align with the Statements of Objectives (SOO) and specific technical requirements detailed in the MAA FA238424S2233.
Last updated: July 5, 2026