SBIR / STTR #DAF26BZ02-DV011

USAF SBIR/STTR Solicitation: Three-Axis Stabilized Infrared Search and Track Payload for Group 2/3 UAS

The U.S. Air Force is seeking innovative small business solutions for a three-axis stabilized, environmentally sealed infrared search and track (IRST) payload for Group 2/3 unmanned aerial systems (UAS) under the SBIR/STTR Direct-to-Phase-II program. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, Air Force SBIR/STTR Program - Contracting Officer: Mr. Daniel J. Brewer - Products/Services Requested: - Three-axis stabilized, environmentally sealed IRST payload for Group 2/3 UAS - Part Number: DAF26BZ02-DV011 - Quantity: 1 prototype - Key specs: 3-axis stabilization (pitch, roll, yaw), IP54 environmental sealing, 60 fps raw sensor data over Ethernet, on-gimbal inertial measurement, size (700/500 cubic inches), weight (14/7 lbs), power (200/25 watts) - Includes hardware/software design, prototype build, and testing (lab and tower tests) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must be low cost, size, weight, and power (C-SWaP) - Prototype evaluated in government-provided tower tests - ITAR export control restrictions apply - U.S.-based R&D required - Direct-to-Phase-II: prior feasibility demonstration required, no Phase I awards - System must be IP54 rated and deliver raw sensor data at 60 fps - Must include command/control and inertial measurement - Place of Performance/Delivery: - United States Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs, CO) - White Sands Missile Range (Alamogordo, NM) - Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) - 354th Medical Group - Government-provided tower test location - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to small businesses with relevant capabilities.

Description

This solicitation is for the development of a three-axis stabilized, environmentally sealed infrared search and track payload. The project is part of the SBIR / STTR program. It involves infrared technology and includes development, testing, and evaluation of the payload. The response deadline for proposals is March 20, 2024, with a question deadline of March 17, 2024.

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