Opportunity

SBIR / STTR #DON26TZ02-NV020

Navy STTR Solicitation: Submarine Anti-Slip Coatings & Nanocrystal Imaging Sensors R&D

Buyer

NAVSEA Warfare Center

Posted

May 07, 2026

Respond By

April 18, 2026

Identifier

DON26TZ02-NV020

NAICS

541715, 541712, 541330

This Navy STTR opportunity seeks innovative solutions for submarine top-side coatings and advanced imaging sensors. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy (Naval Sea Systems Command - NAVSEA) - DON SBIR/STTR Program Management Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to small businesses and research institutions - Products/Services Requested: - Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant Coating - Part Number: DON26TZ02-NV020 - Requirements: Non-toxic, high-friction, anti-fouling coating for submarine topsides; must withstand wet-dry cycles, solar radiation, foot/cargo traffic; inhibit marine growth for 6-8 years without major maintenance; minimize drag and noise - Colloidal Nanocrystals for Improved Mid-Wave Infrared Imaging - Part Number: DON26TZ02-NV021 - Requirements: Photo-diode technology based on colloidal nanocrystal materials for direct deposition on Si/SiO2 ROICs; aims to improve photoluminescence quantum yield and reduce costs - Research and development services for concept development, prototype delivery/testing, and transition/certification support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with STTR program rules and Navy-specific instructions - Proposal submission via Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Emphasis on commercialization potential and security - Opportunity structured in multiple phases (Phase I: concept, Phase II: prototype, Phase III: transition) - Set aside for small businesses; strong focus on innovative, durable, and non-toxic solutions - Place of Performance and Delivery: - US Naval Research Laboratory - U.S. Navy submarine topside surfaces - NAVSEA offices

Description

This solicitation is for the development of submarine top-side anti-slip and anti-foulant coatings. It is part of the Department of War (DoW) Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program under the NAVSEA command of the Navy. The solicitation is in pre-release status with a response deadline around April 18, 2024, and a question submission deadline around March 16, 2024. The solicitation includes multiple phases (Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2S) and provides detailed proposal submission instructions and contact points for technical and program questions.

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