Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-DV042
SBIR Solicitation: AI/ML-Enabled Diagnostic Module for Avionics Optical Networks
Buyer
Naval Air Systems Command
Posted
April 05, 2026
Respond By
June 02, 2026
Identifier
DON26BZ01-DV042
NAICS
541715, 334511
This opportunity from the Department of the Navy, NAVAIR, seeks innovative research and development for AI/ML-assisted field troubleshooting in military avionics optical networks. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, NAVAIR command - Products/Services Requested: - Portable AI/ML-enabled diagnostic module for optical networks - Must be compatible with Optical Backscattering Reflectometer (OBR) and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) mainframes - Supports multimode and single mode fiber troubleshooting - Ruggedized to MIL-PRF-28800 Class 2 standards - Includes AR interface and AI-augmented fault detection - Centimeter-level spatial resolution required - Integration with existing test equipment - Research and development services to advance AI/ML technology for field troubleshooting - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified SBIR participants - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Direct to Phase II SBIR solicitation (requires prior Phase I feasibility documentation) - Compliance with SBIR eligibility and cybersecurity standards - Emphasis on virtual assistants, AR interfaces, and advanced troubleshooting metrics - Place of Performance: - NAVAIR (federal office)
Description
This solicitation is for a Direct to Phase II project under the SBIR program focused on AI/ML technology to assist field troubleshooting in avionics optical networks. The project is part of the Navy component under the NAVAIR command. The solicitation is currently open and accepting questions, with a response due date and question deadline specified. It aims to advance technology in avionics troubleshooting using artificial intelligence and machine learning methods.