SBIR / STTR #DON26TZ01-NV017

Navy STTR BAA for Advanced Maritime Laser, Sensing, and Technology R&D

The Department of the Navy is seeking innovative research and development solutions from small businesses for a range of advanced technology topics under its 2026 STTR Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy (DON), including Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), and the Office of Naval Research (ONR) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services for high energy laser optically rugged maritime beam director components and subassemblies - Additional R&D topics include: thermally tolerant optical fire detectors, advanced liquid hydrogen storage for UAS, portable mass spectrometry with robotics, automatic cable testers, waste heat recovery for DDG 51 ships, novel RF computing, automated software test generation, adaptive denoising technology, tropical cyclone forecasting software, field deployable welding for composites, corrosion sensing with AI, flexible thermoelectric cooling films, seawater converters for survival, human modeling tools, behavioral nudging software, norbornadiene production, and high voltage SiC MOSFETs - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on innovative prototypes and scalable solutions, often requiring AI/ML integration and compatibility with naval platforms - Some projects may require security clearances and CMMC Level 2 compliance - Strict adherence to STTR program rules, electronic proposal submission, and proposal formatting guidelines - Funding limits: Phase I up to $240,000 (base + option), Phase II up to $2,000,000 - Deliverables may include prototypes, software, and technical reports - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified small businesses able to develop and deliver innovative R&D solutions - Places of Performance: - Work and deliverables may be associated with federal facilities such as NAVAIR, NAVSEA, ONR, and military platforms like DDG 51 class ships

Description

This solicitation is for research and development in high energy laser technology specifically designed for maritime applications. It focuses on the development of optically rugged components and subassemblies for maritime beam directors. The solicitation is part of the Department of the Navy's Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program under the Office of Naval Research (ONR). Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DoW SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal by March 1, 2016. The solicitation includes detailed instructions and a preface document available through provided links.

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