Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems

Summary

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is soliciting proposals under program number 26-506, titled "Pathways to Enable Secure Open-Source Ecosystems." This opportunity focuses on research or initiatives aimed at improving the security of open-source software ecosystems. The opportunity was posted on Grants.gov as a synopsis and is open for submissions through September 1, 2026. Full programmatic details are expected to be available in the formal solicitation document.

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Risks & flags

• Only a synopsis has been posted — full solicitation details, evaluation criteria, and scope of work are not yet available, limiting competitor preparation time once the full RFP is released
• No dollar value or award ceiling disclosed, making budget planning difficult for applicants