Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining
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The Air Force Research Laboratory, Human Effectiveness Directorate (AFRL/RH) and the United States Air Force School of Medicine (USAFSAM) CHEERS Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) is intended to provide a comprehensive strategy for AFRL/RH and USAFSAM's range of Science and Technology (S&T) requirements, allowing for progression from basic research to technology maturation and transition. 20 Nov 2025: Amendment 01 - Annual Update The CHEERS Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA) MUST be reviewed in tandem with the solicitations in order to have access to all applicable attachments and instructions. There are three (3) open, 2-step, solicitations currently accepting white papers. Please see below for solicitation numbers. Multiple Authority Announcement (MAA), Notice FA238424S2233: 1. CHEERS MAA Open Period 1 – Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Solicitation FA238424S2334 2. CHEERS MAA Open Period 2 – Procurement for Experimental Purposes (ARA), Solicitation FA238424S2335 3. CHEERS MAA Open Period 3 - Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO), Solicitation FA238424S2336 (NOTE: THIS CSO IS NOT GRANT-ELIGIBLE) Please reach out if you have any questions regarding the MAA and/or the solicitation(s). Technical questions may be directed to the technical POC’s identified in the announcement/solicitations. General questions may be directed to the CHEERS email org box: AFRL.711HPW. MAA@us. af. mil.
The Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining (CHEERS) Multiple Authority Announcement is a comprehensive federal funding opportunity designed for organizations conducting Science and Technology research aligned with the Air Force Research Laboratory's Human Effectiveness Directorate and the United States Air Force School of Medicine priorities. This program supports research progression from basic research through technology maturation and transition, making it ideal for research institutions, universities, and eligible contractors seeking to advance human performance and effectiveness science. CHEERS operates through multiple solicitation pathways including Broad Agency Announcements (BAA), Procurement for Experimental Purposes (ARA), and Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO), each with distinct eligibility requirements and application processes. Organizations interested in human factors research, military medical science, and related S&T initiatives should review the specific solicitation documents to understand funding levels, technical requirements, and eligibility criteria. The program operates nationwide and accepts proposals on a rolling basis through designated open periods. Applicants must submit white papers as part of the two-step application process and should carefully review all supporting documentation and instructions provided with each solicitation.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
August 22, 2044
Who can apply
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Grant Details
Funding Range
Varies by solicitation and project
Deadline
2044-08-22
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Rolling - Two-step white paper and full proposal process with multiple open periods
Best For
Research institutions, universities, contractors conducting human effectiveness and military science research
Eligibility
The following guidance is provided for Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) contemplating submitting a proposal in response to a solicitation, as either a prime or subcontractor. FAR 35.107-1(c)(4) prohibits an FFRDC from competing with any non-FFRDC concern in response to a Federal agency request for proposal for other than the operation of an FFRDC (with exceptions stated i
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining?
Eligibility varies by solicitation pathway. FFDRDC entities have specific restrictions under FAR 35.107-1(c)(4) and cannot compete with non-FFRDC concerns except for FFRDC operations. The Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) is not grant-eligible. For complete eligibility requirements specific to each of the three open solicitations (BAA FA238424S2334, ARA FA238424S2335, and CSO FA238424S2336), applicants must consult the official solicitation documents and contact AFRL.711HPW.MAA@us.af.mil.
How much funding does Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining provide?
Specific funding amounts are not published in the general program description. Award amounts vary by solicitation and project requirements. Interested applicants should review the detailed solicitation documents for information about funding ranges and budget expectations for each research track.
How do I apply for Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining?
CHEERS operates through a two-step proposal process. Applicants must submit white papers in response to one of three currently open solicitations: BAA (FA238424S2334), ARA (FA238424S2335), or CSO (FA238424S2336). All applicants must review both the Multiple Authority Announcement (FA238424S2233) and the specific solicitation documents for complete instructions, requirements, and attachments. Submit inquiries to AFRL.711HPW.MAA@us.af.mil for general questions or contact technical POCs listed in the solicitations.
What can Continuing Human Enabling Enhancing Restoring and Sustaining funding be used for?
CHEERS funding supports Science and Technology research within the Air Force Research Laboratory's Human Effectiveness Directorate scope, including basic research, applied research, and technology maturation projects. Research areas focus on human performance, effectiveness, and related military medical science priorities. Detailed technical requirements and allowable research areas are specified in each solicitation announcement.
Last updated: July 5, 2026