Opportunity

SBIR / STTR #DAF26BZ01-DV007

R&D for Advanced Debriefing Tools for Human-AI Collaboration in Autonomous Platforms (SBIR)

Buyer

AFMC

Posted

March 06, 2026

Respond By

June 03, 2026

Identifier

DAF26BZ01-DV007

NAICS

541715, 541720

This opportunity invites proposals for advanced research and development supporting collaborative human autonomy operational review for the United States Air Force under the SBIR program. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Air Force, under Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) - Associated with the United States Air Force (USAF) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to advance collaborative human autonomy operational review - Development of advanced debriefing tools for Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACPs) - Focus on software that logs and visualizes decision-making of both humans and AI-enabled uncrewed aircraft - Required features: AI conversation, mission simulation, analytics, UX/UI wireframes, and compliance with government reference architecture - Demonstration of existing debriefing tools and delivery of a Phase II prototype - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with CMMC Level 2 (Self) - Registration in SAM, SBA Company Registry, and DSIP - Adherence to cybersecurity and export control standards - Work may be performed at UNCLASSIFIED, CUI, or SECRET levels - Funding up to $1.7M over 18 months for Direct to Phase II proposals - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Emphasis on software development, AI, and human-machine teaming for post-mission analysis and trust enhancement

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program under the AFMC command. It focuses on the Collaborative Human Autonomy Operational Review, aiming to advance research and development in this area. The solicitation is open for proposals and includes a question period and a QA review process. It is associated with the USAF and is part of the DOD SBIR 2026 P1 CBZ cycle. Interested parties should review the attached documents for detailed instructions and submit proposals before the response deadline.

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