SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-NV012

SBIR Solicitation: R&D for Optical Power Limiters Against Frequency-Agile Lasers

This opportunity seeks innovative research and development for optical power limiters to protect military optical sensors from frequency-agile lasers and dazzlers, under the Navy SBIR program led by NAVAIR and the U.S. Department of Defense. - Government Buyer: - Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), U.S. Department of Defense - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified U.S.-owned small businesses with security clearance capabilities - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of Mid-Wave Infrared/Long-Wave Infrared (MWIR/LWIR) nonlinear optical (NLO) dyes embedded in sol-gel glass - Phase I: Feasibility studies and concept development for NLO dye-embedded sol-gel glass with fast response/recovery, high optical quality, and durability (over 10,000 pulses) - Phase II: Prototype fabrication, integration with Embedded Image Periscopes or vision blocks on ground combat vehicles, and rigorous testing (jamming, damage, environmental stability) - Phase III: Commercialization for military and civilian applications (e.g., coatings for vehicle/building windows) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must be U.S.-owned and able to obtain security clearance - SBIR eligibility and compliance with federal acquisition and cybersecurity standards - Materials must meet stringent optical and durability specifications - Potential for classified work in later phases - No part numbers or specific purchase quantities are provided - The project is structured in phases, with increasing technical and integration complexity

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program by NAVAIR, Navy. It involves the development of optical power limiters designed to counter frequency agile lasers and dazzlers. The opportunity is currently open and in progress, with a question and answer period ongoing until March 20, 2023. The solicitation aims to support innovative research and development in optical countermeasures technology.

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