Opportunity

SBIR / STTR #26.TZ

NAVSEA STTR Solicitation: Advanced Coatings and Infrared Imaging Technologies

Buyer

NAVSEA

Posted

April 25, 2026

Respond By

June 23, 2026

Identifier

26.TZ

NAICS

541715, 541713, 334511

The Department of the Navy, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is seeking innovative research and development proposals under the STTR program for advanced materials and sensor technologies. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy (DON), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), DON SBIR/STTR Program Management Office - Products/Services Requested: - Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant (Part Number: DON26TZ02-NV020) - Non-toxic, high-friction anti-fouling coating for submarine topsides - Must withstand wet-dry cycles, solar radiation, and heavy foot/cargo traffic - Inhibits marine growth for 6-8 years without major maintenance - Colloidal Nanocrystals for Improved Mid-Wave Infrared Imaging (Part Number: DON26TZ02-NV021) - Photodiode technology using colloidal nanocrystal materials - Designed for direct deposition on Si/SiO2 ROICs to improve photoluminescence quantum yield - Aims to reduce costs and enhance performance of mid-wave infrared imaging sensors - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposals must comply with STTR program rules and Navy-specific instructions - Emphasis on security, technical merit, and commercialization potential - Structured for multiple phases: Phase I (6 months base + 6 months option), with potential for Phase II and III - Electronic proposal submission via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified small businesses and research institutions - Places of Performance and Delivery: - US Naval Research Laboratory (federal facility) - Department of the Navy and NAVSEA offices

Description

This solicitation is part of the DoW STTR 2026 BAA and is issued by NAVSEA (Naval Sea Systems Command). It focuses on the development of colloidal nanocrystals to enhance mid-wave infrared imaging capabilities. The topic is in pre-release status and is open for questions and discussions. Proposals must be submitted via the DoW SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) following the specific instructions provided.

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