SBIR / STTR #HR0011SB20254-15

DARPA SBIR: Unbiased Behavioral Discovery Platform R&D Solicitation

This opportunity from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), part of the Department of Defense, seeks small business proposals for developing Unbiased Behavioral Discovery Platforms under the SBIR program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of platforms and methods for unbiased behavioral data analysis and discovery - Prototype instrument for automated, high-throughput behavioral profiling in preclinical animal models - Emphasis on non-invasive, machine learning-based detection of novel behaviors - Technology refinement, demonstration, and eventual commercialization - Key Requirements: - Solutions must demonstrate sensitivity and reproducibility exceeding current behavioral assays - Compatibility with high-containment laboratory environments (e.g., for CBRN threat research) - Focus on automated, scalable, and unbiased behavioral profiling - Adherence to SBIR eligibility and proposal format (white paper and slide deck) - Electronic submission via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is for original research and development - Award Structure: - Phase I: $250,000 for 8 months (prototype development) - Phase II: 24 months for technology refinement and demonstration - Phase III: Commercialization with non-SBIR funding

Description

This solicitation is for the Unbiased Behavioral Discovery Platforms under the SBIR program by DARPA. It seeks innovative research and development projects related to behavioral discovery platforms, focusing on unbiased data analysis and platform development. The solicitation is part of the DoD SBIR 2025 Phase 1 Cycle 4 and includes detailed proposal submission instructions and award structure. The Phase I award amount is $250,000 with a period of performance of 8 months.

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