Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #HT942526KCRPIDA
Army Solicits Proposals for Kidney Cancer Research Program Idea Development Award
Posted
June 18, 2026
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
HT942526KCRPIDA
NAICS
541715
The U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) is inviting proposals for the Kidney Cancer Research Program (KCRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) under the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of the Army - U.S. Army Medical Research Acquisition Activity (USAMRAA) - Program Details: - Solicitation for high-impact research ideas to advance kidney cancer understanding and improve patient outcomes - Applicants must submit a well-formulated, testable hypothesis with strong scientific rationale and research approach - Partnering Principal Investigator Option allows two investigators to collaborate on a single application - Funding and Awards: - Total estimated funding: $7,800,000 - Approximately 8 awards anticipated - Maximum period of performance: 3 years per award - Products/Services Requested: - Research services focused on kidney cancer (no specific products, part numbers, or OEMs required) - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on innovative, high-impact research - Collaboration between investigators encouraged - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a research grant opportunity, not a procurement of commercial products or services.
Description
The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Kidney Cancer Research Program (KCRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) supports the development of high-impact ideas that advance the understanding of kidney cancer and ultimately lead to improved patient outcomes. The research project should include a well-formulated, testable hypothesis based on strong scientific rationale and a well-developed and articulated research approach. Personnel on the proposed team should have a strong background in kidney cancer research. The award supports partnerships between two investigators collaborating on a single application, with specific submission requirements for each.