SBIR / STTR #ARM26BX02-NV004

Army SBIR: Scalable Agile Manufacturing of Launched Effects and Multifrequency PNT Antenna Solutions

The U.S. Army is seeking innovative small business partners to develop scalable, agile manufacturing processes for launched effect (LE) airframes and related technologies. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Army, U.S. Army SBIR|STTR Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to all eligible small businesses with relevant capabilities - Products/Services Requested: - Scalable agile manufacturing process development for launched effect airframes - Target production: up to 10,000 airframes per month - Cost target: $2,000 per airframe - Rapid design change adaptability required - Use of matured fabrication and assembly techniques - Phase I: Feasibility study and representative design (1-6 months, up to $300,000) - Phase II: Manufacturing demonstration (produce at least 80 units in one week, incorporate design change) - Multifrequency Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) antenna solution for precision guided munitions - Configurable patch antenna supporting multi-GNSS and signals of opportunity - Minimal signal power impact - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on rapid, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing with the ability to quickly adapt to design changes - Dual-use technology potential (military and commercial UAS, emergency response, surveillance) - Open to small businesses, including those majority-owned by venture capital, hedge fund, or private equity firms - Compliance with SAM and DSIP registration required - Detailed technical data package required for Phase II - Funding and Performance: - Phase I: Up to $300,000 for feasibility studies (1-6 months) - Phase II: Manufacturing demonstration with potential for enhancement funding (6-18 months extension) - Place of Performance/Delivery: - U.S. Army SBIR|STTR Office, Arlington, VA

Description

This solicitation is for the SBIR / STTR program titled "Scalable Agile Manufacturing of Launched Effects." It is currently in the pre-release stage with a planned release number 2. The topic involves developing scalable and agile manufacturing processes for launched effects, as part of the Department of Defense SBIR program. The solicitation is aimed at innovative manufacturing processes for launched effects and is managed by the Army component under the ASA(ALT) command. Interested parties should review the attached documents for detailed instructions and preface information.

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