SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-NV018

U.S. Navy SBIR: Lightweight Beaching Ramp R&D for Medium Landing Ships

The U.S. Navy, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is seeking innovative research and development proposals for a lightweight, corrosion-resistant beaching ramp for Medium Landing Ships (LSMs) under the SBIR Phase 1 program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to design, prototype, and test a lightweight beaching ramp for military ship applications - Ramp specifications: - Minimum 13 ft wide and 75 ft long - Support for 70-ton vehicle loads - Articulated deployment within 30 minutes - Nonskid surface - 30-year durability in harsh marine environments - Use of advanced, corrosion-resistant materials to replace traditional heavy steel designs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Must enable Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) cargo and vehicle operations for LSMs - Emphasis on durability, reduced maintenance, and improved reliability - Project phases include concept development, prototype fabrication/testing, and transition to production - Compliance with SBIR eligibility, performance standards, and cybersecurity certification - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of performance includes Navy Medium Landing Ships (LSMs) and NAVSEA as the contracting office

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program and seeks proposals for the development of a lightweight beaching ramp for ships. The solicitation is issued by NAVSEA (Naval Sea Systems Command) under the Department of War. It is open for submissions from February 1, 2016, to March 28, 2017, and includes instructions and a preface document for prospective bidders. The solicitation is focused on innovative solutions in water and sewer line and related structures construction, specifically for military applications.

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