SBIR / STTR #ARM26BX01-NP003

U.S. Army Solicits Quantum Sensor and Photonics R&D Solutions from Small Businesses

The U.S. Army is inviting small businesses to participate in the xTech|Phantum competition for advanced quantum sensor and photonics solutions. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army (Department of Defense) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development in four key areas: - Quantum sensors and clocks for position, navigation, and timing (PNT) - Quantum radio frequency (RF) sensors - Quantum electromagnetic sensors - Photonics for secure communications - Emphasis on non-GPS PNT, improved RF sensing, low-power electromagnetic field detection, and photonics-based secure communication - No specific products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are listed - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only competition winners may submit SBIR proposals - Phase I: Feasibility studies (up to $300,000, 6 months) - Phase II: Prototype development - Phase III: Field evaluation and maturation to TRL 6/7 - All submissions are privileged and disclosed only to government evaluators

Description

The U.S. Army is seeking innovative quantum sensor and photonics solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the xTech|Phantum competition. The competition focuses on developing technologies in quantum sensors and clocks for position, navigation, and timing, quantum radio frequency sensors, quantum electromagnetic sensors, and photonics. Winners of the competition are eligible to submit Phase I Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposals with a feasibility study period of up to 6 months and a budget of up to $300,000. The goal is to advance military capabilities, improve sensing technologies, and enhance secure communication.

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