Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #HT942526BCRPBTA122
Defense Health Agency seeks breast cancer research proposals for Breakthrough Award Levels 1 and 2
Buyer
Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
November 19, 2026
Identifier
HT942526BCRPBTA122
NAICS
541715
The Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) is seeking research proposals for the FY26 Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) Breakthrough Award Levels 1 and 2. - Government Buyer: - Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA) - Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) - Products/Services Requested: - Research services focused on innovative breakthroughs in breast cancer - Applicants must address at least one FY26 BCRP overarching challenge or justify exceptions - Level 2 includes a Population Science Studies option - Funding and Awards: - Total program funding is approximately $10.6 million - About six awards expected - Four funding levels available; this solicitation covers Levels 1 and 2 - Application Details: - Single or partnering Principal Investigators may apply - Unrestricted eligibility; no cost sharing or matching required - Period of Performance: - Maximum of three years for Levels 1 and 2 - Maximum of four years for Level 2 Population Science Studies - Notable Requirements: - Focus on high-impact, innovative breast cancer research - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned (grant for research services)
Description
The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Breast Cancer Research Program (BCRP) Breakthrough Award mechanism supports promising research with high potential to lead to or make breakthroughs in breast cancer. Applications must address at least one of the FY26 BCRP overarching challenges or provide adequate justification for exception, aiming for breakthroughs with major impact. The program includes four funding levels supporting various stages of research leading to clinical application, with this announcement focusing on Levels 1 and 2. Funding Level 2 includes a Population Science Studies option, and applications may be submitted by a single Principal Investigator or two partnering PIs. The total program funding is approximately $10.6 million, with about 6 awards expected.