DHA- Military Health System Research Program

The Military Health System Research Program (MHSRP), administered by the Defense Health Agency (DHA), seeks rigorous collaborative health system research proposals aimed at improving military and civilian healthcare delivery. The program is specifically targeting innovative research that examines factors affecting the military health enterprise, including economics, cost, quality, outcomes, variation, policies, and service member readiness. Eligible applicants include both DoD and non-DoD organizations, with proposals required to address at least one MHSRP priority topic area and one clinical priority area such as women's health, specialty care, surgical services, telehealth, or pharmacy. Evaluation criteria will focus on the potential to support evidence-based DoD policy and decision-making at strategic and front-line levels. Key submission deadlines include a Letter of Intent (LOI) due by July 9, 2025, an invitation to submit a full application by August 1, 2025, and the final application submission deadline of October 17, 2025.

The total anticipated funding for this grant opportunity is $10,000,000, with individual project awards supporting research over a maximum performance period of three years. Successful proposals will have the opportunity to access military healthcare databases and research platforms to support their investigations. The research is expected to be conducted across various settings, including military treatment facilities, healthcare networks, and potentially in the private sector. Proposals will undergo scientific and programmatic review, with final reviews scheduled for February 2026. The ultimate goal is to accelerate the Military Health System's transformation into a learning health system focused on delivering Ready Reliable Care that improves outcomes for patients, staff, and the overall healthcare enterprise.