Opportunity

SBIR / STTR #DON26BZ03-NV059

Navy SBIR/STTR Solicitation: Real-time Zero Trust Data Access Control and Advanced Combat System Technologies

Buyer

NAVSEA Warfare Center

Posted

June 07, 2026

Respond By

July 22, 2026

Identifier

DON26BZ03-NV059

NAICS

541715, 541712, 541690

This opportunity is a Department of the Navy SBIR/STTR solicitation seeking innovative cybersecurity solutions for combat systems, with a focus on real-time Zero Trust data and access control. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy (DON), including the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the DON SBIR/STTR Program Management Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to all eligible small businesses - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services to create a real-time Zero Trust data access control system for Navy combat systems - System must leverage advanced authentication, micro-segmentation, AI/ML, and blockchain technologies - Key performance goals: - Authentication time under 5 seconds - Reduce unauthorized access risk by 90% - Operate resiliently in degraded environments - Phased development: concept, prototype, and operational transition - Additional advanced technology topics in the BAA include: - Long-range listening devices - Multi-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) systems - Satellite imagery optimization software - Electro-mechanical ammunition handling for naval guns - High-throughput data transmission devices - Intra-satellite communication hardware - AI-driven maritime tracking and anomaly detection - Secure commercial satellite tasking - Terminal defense weapon system coordination - Adaptive sensor management algorithms - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with NIST standards, ITAR, and CMMC Level 2 - Eligibility for small businesses, including those majority-owned by venture capital - Electronic proposal submission via the DoD SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Strict technical volume and cost limits for proposals - Security clearances may be required for some topics - Deliverables include technical reports and working prototypes - Funding limits: Phase I up to $200,000 base and $115,000 option; Phase II up to $2 million

Description

This is a pre-release topic under the SBIR/STTR program issued by NAVSEA. The solicitation focuses on developing real-time zero trust data and access control solutions specifically for combat systems. Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached documents and submit questions by the specified deadline. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DoD SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) and comply with SBIR/STTR guidelines.

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