RFI Alzheimer’s Research Program (AZRP) Public
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The Defense Health Agency, through the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs, has issued a Request for Information under solicitation number HT9427RFI2027AZRP to gather strategic feedback for the fiscal year 2027 Alzheimer’s Research Program. The primary objective is to identify research focus areas and funding opportunities aimed at mitigating the impact of Alzheimer's and related dementias, specifically those associated with traumatic brain injury, military service, and diverse risks. The program seeks to improve the quality of life for Service Members, Veterans, and their families by funding solution-oriented research, including the development of digital and blood-based biomarkers for early diagnosis and the creation of precision prevention strategies. This action is strictly for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation, request for proposals, or request for quotations. No contracts will be awarded based on this announcement, and FY27 funds have not yet been appropriated. Interested parties from academia, industry, non-profit organizations, and federal agencies are invited to provide feedback via Survey Monkey by December 4, 2026. Respondents are cautioned not to submit proprietary or sensitive information through the survey portal as it cannot be protected. The effort is categorized under NAICS code 541714 and is managed by the Department of Defense in Fort Detrick, Maryland.
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Frederick, MD, 21702, USASet-Aside
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The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) seeks feedback to inform the fiscal year 2027 (FY27) Alzheimer’s Research Program (AZRP) research focus areas and associated research funding opportunities.
Although FY27 federal funds have not yet been appropriated, the AZRP is collecting this information solely to support strategic program planning. This inquiry does not commit the program to incorporating this feedback into FY27 or any future AZRP funding opportunities. The CDMRP wants to hear from all audiences, interested parties, and individuals from academia, industry, community and non-profit organizations, scientific and professional organizations, federal agencies, and the public.
This RFI should not be construed as a solicitation or an obligation on the part of the AZRP or the Department of War (DoW).
BACKGROUND: The CDMRP represents a unique partnership between the U.S. Congress, the military, and the public to fund innovative and impactful medical research in targeted program areas. The CDMRP AZRP’s vision is to mitigate the impact of Alzheimer's and related dementias associated with TBI, military, and diverse risks. The AZRP’s mission is to fund impactful, solution-oriented research to address critical needs and improve quality of life for Service Members, Veterans, their Families, and the public who are living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Appropriations for the AZRP from FY11-26 totaled $228 million. As of October 2026, FY27 funds for the AZRP have not been appropriated. If appropriated, the CDMRP will utilize its two-tier review process https://cdmrp.health.mil/about/2tierRevProcess) to efficiently manage the AZRP. Additional information about the AZRP can be found here: https://cdmrp.health.mil/azrp/
RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS: Please provide responses to this RFI by clicking on the following link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY27-AZRP-RFI
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