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Request for Technical Support (RFTS) Application
RFTS 19 applications are open! Apply by Friday, October 16, 2026.
You may submit TEAMER applications at any time, and they will be reviewed following the schedule below. Applications submitted after the due date will be considered for the next RFTS. All TEAMER support activities should take place within a 9-month access period.
- RFTS 19 Applications due by October 16, 2026
- Access Period: February 2027 – November 2027
- As new RFTS rounds are announced, they will be listed here
TEAMER Requests for Technical Support are a collaboration between the technology developer or researcher, and the facility chosen to help meet the recipient’s technical objectives. Prior to applying for support, recipients are required to have discussed their technical objectives with the facility to ensure the facility has the capability to assist and provide the necessary support. Only approved test facilities are eligible to provide technical support.
Application Limits
Starting with RFTS 19, we are incorporating limits on the number of Non-Open Water Applications we will review per round as follows:
- Non-Commercialization: 45 applications per round will be accepted covering modeling, physical testing, expertise, and lab/bench support categories
- Commercialization: 15 applications per round will be accepted for commercialization applications
Note: Open Water Applications will have no limit and will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis.
As the program has grown, we have received increasing numbers of applications each round. These caps will help ensure that we can give each application the attention it deserves, while acknowledging the capacities of our reviewers, technical board members, staff, and others involved. Submitting a thorough, articulate, compliant, and well-developed application as early as you are able will give you the best chance at being reviewed and potentially receiving support. A strong application takes time to develop with your facility partner(s), and we urge you to not wait till the last minute to prepare and submit your application.
How to Write a Successful TEAMER Application Webinar
To assist applicants with the process, we hosted a webinar on how to write a successful application. Watch for tips on how to write a clear, technical application and avoid common mistakes and inconsistencies. Content was presented by Dr. Brian Polagye, TEAMER Technical Board member and Professor at University of Washington.
Open Water Support
Applications for Open Water Support may be submitted at any time and will be reviewed as soon as possible.
If utilizing a TEAMER Open Water Capability, learn more about the process prior to submitting an application in the PDF below.