Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ01-NV033
SBIR Solicitation: Neuro-Enhanced AI System for Naval Training Optimization
Buyer
Office of Naval Research
Posted
April 13, 2026
Respond By
June 03, 2026
Identifier
DON26BZ01-NV033
NAICS
541715, 541330
The Department of the Navy, through the Office of Naval Research (ONR), is soliciting small business proposals for research and development services in applied neuroanalytics to enhance naval training and operational readiness. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, Office of Naval Research (ONR) - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to design, prototype, and validate a neuro-enhanced AI system - System will capture and analyze neurophysiological and behavioral data in near real-time - Integration with existing Navy training architectures is required - Adaptive feedback and AI-driven coaching for warfighter performance, focusing on cognitive resilience and decision-making - Phased effort: - Phase I: Design and validation of system integration and data models - Phase II: Prototype development, real-time data collection, and demonstration (including IRB approval) - Phase III: System validation, authority to operate, and transition to Navy training platforms - Unique or Notable Requirements: - System must support multiple Navy operational teams (Naval Aviation, Surface Fleet, Submarine Operations, Medical Teams Afloat, Special Operations Forces) - Compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 (Self) - Must obtain Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval for human data collection - Transition plan for integration with Navy training environments - No specific OEMs, vendors, or part numbers are identified; the focus is on innovative service solutions and prototype development - Opportunity is open to small businesses under the SBIR program
Description
This solicitation is for a project under the SBIR program focused on applied neuroanalytics to optimize naval training and operational readiness. It is part of the Department of War's 2026 SBIR Broad Agency Announcement. The solicitation is currently open and in progress, with a response deadline around August 1, 2023. The program is managed by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and is associated with the Navy component.