SBIR / STTR #DAF26BZ03-DV021

USAF SBIR: Maxterial H-max Nickel Molybdenum Plating Alternative for Aerospace

The U.S. Air Force, through AFWERX, is seeking innovative solutions to replace hexavalent chromium plating in aerospace applications, specifically targeting landing gear actuators. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force (AFWERX) - OEMs and Vendors: - Maxterial (proposed technology: H-max) - Products/Services Requested: - Development and validation of a nickel molybdenum plating alternative (Maxterial H-max) - Full-scale fatigue testing and performance evaluation - Environmental compliance and operational readiness assessment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Technology must advance from TRL 4 to TRL 7-8 during Phase II, with Phase III targeting TRL 9 and full-scale manufacturing - Solution must support DoD modernization priorities in advanced materials and manufacturing - Must meet regulatory deadlines for eliminating hexavalent chromium (2030 for Army, 2039 for Navy) - Direct-to-Phase-II (D2P2) solicitation; no Phase I awards - Focus on environmental safety and compliance

Description

This solicitation is part of the Department of Defense Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program for fiscal year 2026, managed by the United States Air Force (USAF). It seeks proposals for developing an alternative to nickel molybdenum hard chrome. The topic is currently in pre-release status with a response deadline of March 20, 2018, and a question deadline of March 17, 2018. The solicitation is identified by the number DAF26BZ03-DV021 and is associated with the DOD SBIR 2026 P1 CBZ cycle.

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