SBIR / STTR #xTech|Phantum Competition

U.S. Army xTech|Phantum Competition for Quantum Sensors and Photonics Solutions

The U.S. Army is launching the xTech|Phantum competition to discover cutting-edge quantum sensor and photonics technologies from U.S. small businesses. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Army - Eligible Participants: - Open to all qualifying U.S. small businesses (no specific OEMs or vendors named) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services in four focus areas: - Quantum Sensors and Quantum Clocks for Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) - Quantum Radio Frequency Sensors - Quantum Electromagnetic Sensors - Photonics for secure, high-speed communication and data processing - Phase I SBIR proposals for feasibility studies (up to $300,000 for six months) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Only competition winners may submit SBIR proposals under these topics - Proposals must demonstrate technical advantage, application plans, and development roadmaps - Later phases may include prototype production and field evaluation - No specific OEMs or vendors are identified; the competition is open to all eligible small businesses

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The U.S. Army is conducting the xTech|Phantum competition to identify innovative quantum sensor and photonics solutions from eligible small businesses. The competition focuses on four main topics: quantum sensors and clocks for positioning, navigation, and timing; quantum radio frequency sensors; quantum electromagnetic sensors; and photonics for secure communication and data processing. Winners of the competition will be eligible to submit Phase I Army SBIR proposals with funding up to $300,000 for feasibility studies. The competition includes prize money and opportunities for technology transition and commercialization.

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