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DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award: eligibility, deadline, and how to apply (2026)

Updated October 2026 5 min read

Key Facts

Agency
Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA
Award Range
$3,200,000 in total across about 4 awards
Deadline
Closed 2026-08-06
Time Remaining
This cycle closed on 2026-08-06. Check grants.gov for the next cycle.
CFDA Number
12.420
Bottom line: The DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award provides $3,200,000 in total across about 4 awards through the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA). The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) supports conceptually innovative and high-impact research that could ultimately lead to critical discoveries in tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) research and/or improvements in patient care.

The DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity (DHACA). This guide covers everything you need to know to determine whether you qualify and how to submit a competitive application once the next cycle opens.

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Eligibility requirements

To qualify for the DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Unrestricted: open to any type of organization, subject to any conditions in the notice.

Eligibility requirements can change between funding cycles. Always verify the current criteria on the official Grants.gov listing before beginning your application.

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How to apply: step by step

  1. Register on SAM.gov. Every federal grant applicant needs an active SAM (System for Award Management) registration. Allow 2-4 weeks for new registrations to process. Existing registrations must be renewed annually.
  2. Get a UEI number. Your Unique Entity Identifier is assigned through SAM.gov and replaces the old DUNS number. You will need this on every federal application.
  3. Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Download the full NOFO from the Grants.gov listing. Pay close attention to review criteria, budget limits, and required attachments.
  4. Prepare your application package. Most federal grants require a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capacity statement, and supporting documents. Follow the page limits and formatting rules exactly.
  5. Submit through Grants.gov. Create a workspace, upload all required forms and attachments, and submit once the next cycle opens. The system timestamps your submission, and late applications are automatically rejected.
  6. Confirm receipt. Keep the tracking number or confirmation email, and check back in 1-2 business days that your application passed the validation checks.

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Grant details

Detail Information
Grant Name DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award
Funding Agency Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA
CFDA Number 12.420
Award Minimum Not published
Award Maximum Not published
Deadline Closed 2026-08-06
Category Research
Matching Required No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program
Application Link Apply on Grants.gov

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for the DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award?

Unrestricted: open to any type of organization, subject to any conditions in the notice. Requirements can change between cycles, so always verify on the official Grants.gov listing before applying.

What is the deadline for DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award?

The current deadline is closed on 2026-08-06; the next cycle has not been posted. Many federal grants operate on annual or rolling cycles. If this deadline has passed, check the Grants.gov listing for the next funding opportunity.

Does DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award require matching funds?

No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated for this program. Matching requirements can vary by fiscal year and applicant type, so confirm with the funding agency before committing resources.