Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-NV027
SBIR Solicitation: Automated Ice Detection and Polar Navigation Tool (PolarNav) R&D
Posted
January 01, 2023
Respond By
April 28, 2023
Identifier
DON26BZ01-NV027
NAICS
541715
The Department of War, through its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, is seeking innovative research and development proposals for an Automated Ice Detection and Polar Navigation Tool (PolarNav). - Government Buyer: - Department of War (DoW), SBIR Program - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of a prototype tool for automated ice detection and polar navigation (PolarNav) - Tool must integrate data from shipboard, airborne, and satellite sensors, as well as ice models - Must provide 12-96 hour sea ice forecasts and optimized route planning based on vessel characteristics - Phased development approach: - Phase I: Conceptual framework and demonstration using satellite and in situ data - Phase II: Prototype software tool for operational vessel testing, integrating real-time data and providing multiple optimized navigation routes - Phase III: Commercial tool for U.S. Coast Guard, Navy ice-hardened vessels, and commercial polar industries - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Focus on Arctic navigation safety, leveraging AI and data fusion - Must support both government (U.S. Coast Guard, Navy) and commercial applications (shipping, fishing, tourism) - SBIR eligibility and performance standards apply - Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and federal acquisition compliance required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - No part numbers or purchase quantities are specified; this is an R&D-focused opportunity
Description
This solicitation is for the development of an Automated Ice Detection and Polar Navigation Tool, referred to as PolarNav. It is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and is currently open for responses. The solicitation aims to advance technology in ice detection and navigation in polar regions. Specific details about the scope and requirements are provided in the associated documents.