SBIR / STTR #DAF26BZ02-DV009

USAF SBIR: Rapid Evaluation System for Low Back and Neck Impairment

The U.S. Air Force is seeking innovative solutions through its SBIR Direct-to-Phase-II program for rapid evaluation of low back and neck impairment to enhance military readiness. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, Air Force SBIR/STTR Program, Contracting Officer: Mr. Daniel J. Brewer - Products/Services Requested: - Development of a quantitative, evidence-based software and hardware system for rapid (5-10 minute) assessment of low back and neck impairment - Must be portable, easy to use, and suitable for use by minimally qualified medical personnel - System must provide objective functional metrics, biopsychosocial assessments, actionable reports, and support both online/offline operation - Interoperability with Air Force IT infrastructure and compliance with cybersecurity standards required - Prototype must be validated in military environments and positioned for FDA regulatory clearance - Targeted for use at Air Force Medical Groups, training centers, Forward Operating Bases, and the USAF Academy - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Direct-to-Phase-II (D2P2) solicitation: requires prior Phase I-type feasibility demonstration - Solution must be validated for military operational and clinical environments - Emphasis on rapid, evidence-based, and actionable assessment to improve readiness and medical outcomes - Must be positioned for broad DoD deployment and FDA submission - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; the opportunity is open to small businesses with relevant capabilities - Estimated contract value for each award is up to $2 million for a 24-month period

Description

This solicitation is for the rapid evaluation of low back and neck impairment to advance readiness. It is part of the SBIR program under the USAF agency. The solicitation includes instructions and preface documents available via provided links. The solicitation is in pre-release status with a question deadline of July 17, 2022, and a response deadline of July 18, 2022.

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