SBIR / STTR #DLA26BZ02-NV010

DLA SBIR: Secure AI-Driven Manufacturing Capacity Mapping and Supply Chain Innovation

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking innovative small business proposals to enhance manufacturing capacity utilization and supply chain resilience through secure, AI-driven data practices under the SBIR program. - Government Buyer: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of War (DoW), SBIR Program Management Office (DLA/J68) - Scope and Focus: - Research and development services to improve manufacturing capacity utilization, especially at tertiary sources (e.g., educational and research institutions) - Emphasis on secure data exchange, cybersecurity protocols, and real-time mapping of manufacturing resources to defense needs - Supports DLA mission areas: nuclear enterprise readiness, force readiness and lethality, supply chain innovation, and assurance - Topics include: domestic production of refractory powders, rare earth element separation, magnesium-free flameless ration heaters, enterprise digital thread platforms, AI-enabled cybersecurity, rapid fixture manufacturing for Navy shipyards, weapon system readiness, and secure tertiary manufacturing capacity mapping - Products/Services Requested: - Feasibility studies, proof-of-concept, and prototype development for secure, AI-driven manufacturing capacity systems - Development of digital platforms, AI frameworks, and advanced manufacturing solutions - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or commercial products are named - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) - Secure data practices and legal frameworks for data exchange - Deliverables include feasibility reports, prototypes, cybersecurity validation, and commercialization plans - Proposals must be submitted via the DSIP portal and follow DoW SBIR instructions - Funding and Performance: - Phase I: Up to $100,000, typically 6-12 months - Phase II: Up to $1,000,000, up to 24 months - Phase III: No specific funding limit, focused on commercialization and transition - Places of Performance: - DLA J68 ARTET environment, Navy shipyards, U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center, and other federal facilities

Description

This solicitation is part of the Department of War (DoW) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, specifically under the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). It seeks proposals to enhance tertiary manufacturing capacity utilization through secure data practices. The program supports various lines of effort including nuclear enterprise readiness, force readiness and lethality, and supply chain innovation and assurance. Proposers must follow the DoW SBIR Program solicitation instructions and submit proposals via the official DSIP portal by February 18, 2023.

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