SBIR / STTR #DLA26BZ02-NV001

DLA SBIR Solicitation: Domestic Production of Refractory Powders and Advanced Defense Technologies

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), under the Department of War, is seeking small business proposals for advanced research, development, and domestic production capabilities in critical materials and technologies to support defense and aerospace applications. - Government Buyer: - Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of War (DoW), SBIR Program Management Office - Key Focus Areas: - Domestic production of high purity refractory powders (carbides, borides, and metals such as Hf, Zr, V, Nb, Ta, Cr, Mo, W) for ultra-high temperature ceramics and aerospace alloys - Novel separation methods for critical rare earth elements - Magnesium-free flameless ration heaters for military use - Enterprise digital thread platforms for logistics and supply chain resilience - AI-enabled cybersecurity, mission planning, and risk management tools - Rapid fixture manufacturing for Navy shipyards - Weapon system readiness and alternative sourcing solutions - Secure, AI-driven mapping of tertiary manufacturing capacity - Products/Services Requested: - Research, development, and pilot-scale production of refractory powders - Proof-of-concept demonstrations, commercialization roadmaps, and scalable, modular production processes - Development of advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and logistics decision support platforms - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on domestic supply chain innovation and reducing foreign reliance - Scalable, modular, and cost-competitive production processes - Dual-use applications for both defense and commercial markets - Small business set-aside under the SBIR program - Multi-phase R&D approach: Phase I (proof-of-concept), Phase II (pilot production), Phase III (commercialization) - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified small businesses with relevant expertise - Quantities/Part Numbers: - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; focus is on R&D and capability development

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program and seeks proposals for the domestic production of refractory powders used in ultra-high temperature ceramics and aerospace alloys. The goal is to support the development and supply of materials critical to high-temperature and aerospace applications. The solicitation includes detailed instructions and guidelines for proposal submission through the Department of War SBIR Program. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is involved in this solicitation, emphasizing supply chain innovation and assurance, including securing the microelectronics supply chain and developing a domestic supply chain for rare earth elements.

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