SBIR / STTR #MDA26TZ04-NV001

MDA STTR Solicitation: Novel Ignition Systems, Propellants, and Advanced Communications for Missile Defense

This opportunity is issued by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) under the Department of Defense, seeking innovative research and development through the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program. - Government Buyer: - Missile Defense Agency (MDA) - MDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/STTR Program Management Office - Key Topics/Products Requested: - Novel ignition systems for multi-pulse solid propellant rocket motors - Focus on reliable, lightweight systems capable of multiple ignitions - Emphasis on minimizing novel subcomponents and demonstrating stable combustion - Advanced analysis of historical radiation data for improved ballistic missile defense modeling - Low-volatility, reduced-toxicity hypergolic propellants for Divert and Attitude Control System (DACS) thrusters - Must maintain rapid ignition and performance - Software defined radio systems for multi-band communications on interceptor platforms - Requires advanced frequency management, rapid frequency hopping, and make-before-break handover - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must comply with ITAR/EAR export controls - CMMC Level 1 cybersecurity compliance is required - Eligibility limited to qualifying small businesses under SBA regulations - Phase I efforts are typically 6 months, firm-fixed-price contracts - Technical and business assistance (TABA) funding up to $6,500 per year may be requested - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - All technical and submission requirements are detailed in the attached solicitation documents

Description

This solicitation seeks proposals for novel ignition systems designed for multi-pulse solid propellant rocket motors. It is part of the STTR program under the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The solicitation is in pre-release status with a response deadline of May 17, 2024. Proposers must follow the Department of War (DoW) solicitation instructions and MDA-specific requirements. The work focuses on feasibility-related experimental or theoretical research and development to determine the scientific and technical merit of the proposed effort.

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