SBIR / STTR #DLA26BZ02-NV002

DLA SBIR Solicitation for Advanced Materials, Rare Earth Separation, and Defense Supply Chain Innovation

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), under the Department of War (DoW), is seeking small business proposals for innovative research and development projects to strengthen the domestic supply chain for critical materials and advanced technologies. - Government Buyer: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of War (DoW), SBIR Program Management Office - Scope of Solicitation: - Multiple SBIR topics focused on advanced materials, cybersecurity, manufacturing, and logistics - Emphasis on domestic production and supply chain resilience for defense applications - Key Research & Development Topics: - Novel and highly efficient separation methods for critical rare earth elements (e.g., Sc, Y, Nd/Pr, Sm, Gd, Tb, Dy) - Modular, scalable processes for high-purity rare earth oxides, salts, or metals - Focus on reducing foreign reliance and using domestic feedstocks - Domestic production of refractory powders for ultra-high temperature ceramics and aerospace alloys - Magnesium-free flameless ration heaters for military use - Enterprise digital thread platforms for logistics and supply chain decision support - AI-enabled cybersecurity, mission planning, and risk management tools - Rapid fixture manufacturing for Navy shipyards - Weapon system readiness and alternative sourcing solutions - Secure mapping of tertiary manufacturing capacity - Services Requested: - Proof-of-concept demonstrations, pilot-scale production, and commercialization roadmaps - Technology development, technoeconomic analysis, and business case generation - Collaboration with DoW components and supply chain participants encouraged - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must be submitted via the DoW SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Compliance with SBIR program guidelines and DLA/DoW instructions - Focus on research and development services, not procurement of specific products - Period of Performance & Funding: - Phase I: Up to 12 months, $100,000 - Phase II: Up to 18-24 months, $1,000,000 - Phase III: No specific funding limit, focused on production transition and commercialization - Primary Places of Performance: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) - Department of War (DoW) - Navy shipyards - U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center - United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Description

This solicitation is part of the Department of Defense's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, specifically under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). It seeks innovative proposals for the development of novel and highly efficient separation methods for critical rare earth elements. The goal is to support supply chain innovation and assurance, including the development of a domestic supply chain for rare earth elements. Proposals must be submitted via the Department of War (DoW) SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) and adhere to the specific instructions provided by the DLA and DoW solicitations.

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