SBIR / STTR #CBD254-007

DoD SBIR Solicitation: Integrated Deployable Microsensors and Advanced Chemical/Biological Defense Technologies

The Department of Defense is seeking innovative solutions from small businesses to advance chemical and biological defense technologies, with a focus on integrated deployable microsensors for chemical detection. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD) - Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense (JSTO CBD) - Chemical Biological Defense Command (for specific technical requirements) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified small businesses with relevant R&D capabilities - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of integrated deployable microsensors for chemical detection - Prototypes must detect nerve, blister, and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms - Phase II requires delivery of 15 operational prototypes - Technical requirements: less than 250 grams, under 5 cm diameter, 24+ hour operation on a single charge, networked data transmission - ITAR restricted technology - Additional R&D topics include: - PFAS-free regenerable respirator filters - SERS sampling tickets for chemical/biological threat detection - Far forward manufacturing of CBRN sensors - Tactical CB visualization tools (e.g., augmented reality) - Shelf-stable nucleic acid synthesis reagents for field diagnostics - Expeditionary biologics-on-demand protein production systems - Microphysiological systems for vaccine evaluation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022 - Disclosure of foreign nationals involved in the project - Adherence to ITAR restrictions for sensitive technology - Proposals must be submitted via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal - Focus is on R&D services and prototype delivery, not commercial off-the-shelf procurement

Description

This solicitation is for the development of integrated deployable microsensors capable of chemical detection. The project is part of the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and aims to advance sensor technology for chemical detection applications. The solicitation is managed by the Department of Defense's Chemical and Biological Defense Program. Proposals must comply with the terms of the announcement and are submitted via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal. The program focuses on improving defensive capabilities against chemical and biological threats.

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