SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ02-NV045

Navy SBIR/STTR: Active EO/IR Sensor System for Detecting Low-Observable Surface Targets

This Navy SBIR/STTR opportunity seeks innovative solutions for detecting low-observable surface targets using active electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor systems. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy - Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division - Project Scope: - Develop, range, and track targets such as floating mines, sea drones, and periscopes - Achieve 98% detection probability with low false alarm rates - Operate at ranges of 100-500 meters and up to sea state 5 - Cover a 190-degree field of regard - Phased Approach: - Phase I: Concept development and feasibility assessment - Phase II: Prototype development, demonstration, and delivery to NSWC Crane Division - Phase III: Support technology transition, production scale-up, and integration - Unique Requirements: - ITAR-restricted; U.S. ownership and security clearances required - Technology must be delivered to a federal facility (NSWC Crane Division) - Classified work possible in Phase II - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to small businesses under SBIR/STTR rules.

Description

This solicitation is for a SBIR/STTR project focused on the active detection of low-observable surface targets using electro-optical means. The project is under the command of NAVSEA and is part of the DOD SBIR 2026 program. It involves multiple phases including Phase 1, Phase 2, and SPII. The solicitation is specifically for the Navy and includes detailed instructions and documents for proposal preparation and submission.

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