Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #23.4
Army SBIR Solicitation for AI/ML Solutions in Energetic Material Manufacturing
Buyer
Army SBIR
Posted
August 24, 2023
Respond By
October 11, 2023
Identifier
23.4
NAICS
541712, 541715, 541713, 541330
The Army SBIR program is seeking innovative solutions to improve energetic material manufacturing using artificial intelligence and machine learning: - Government Buyer: - Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development of probe technology and machine learning algorithms - Focus on nitramine recrystallization and coating processes - Assessment of HMX/RDX batch purity, particle size, and thermal stability - Notable Requirements: - Expertise in AI/ML and energetic material manufacturing - Multi-phase effort: demonstration, implementation, and expansion of probe technology - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated Contract Value: - Up to $100,000 - Project Duration: - Up to 6 months
Description
This solicitation invites U.S.-based small businesses to submit Phase I or Direct to Phase II proposals for SBIR awards addressing the tyranny of distance challenges faced by the U.S. Army. The program aims to engage small businesses to develop novel technology solutions that support Army modernization priorities, including communications, logistics, and sensing. Phase I involves feasibility studies and concept development, Phase II focuses on prototype development and evaluation, and Phase III targets technology maturation and field evaluation. The maximum award amount is $250,000 with a duration of up to 6 months.