SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ02-DV051

SBIR Solicitation: Prototype Resonant Cavity Infrared Detector with Avalanche Photodiode for Navy MWIR Sensing

This opportunity invites small businesses to propose research and development solutions for the U.S. Navy's next-generation infrared sensing technology. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) - Solicitation Details: - Part of the DOD SBIR 2026 Phase I program (solicitation number DON26BZ02-DV051) - Seeks development of a resonant cavity infrared detector (RCID) with an avalanche photodiode (APD) active region - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to design, fabricate, and demonstrate prototype RCID arrays with APD active regions for mid-wave infrared (MWIR) spectral sensing - Deliverables include multiple prototype detector arrays with electrical contacts and cooling test capability - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Technology must demonstrate at least 100x sensitivity improvement over current nBn detectors - Wavelength-selectable detection across the MWIR band - Prototypes must be suitable for integration with Navy imaging sensors and support material identification applications - Dual-use potential for defense, homeland security, and commercial markets - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified small businesses under SBIR/STTR guidelines

Description

This solicitation is a pre-release topic under the SBIR/STTR program managed by NAVSEA. It focuses on the development of a resonant cavity infrared detector that incorporates an avalanche photodiode active region. The solicitation is part of the DOD SBIR 2026 Phase I program and aims to advance infrared detector technology. The solicitation number is DON26BZ02-DV051.

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