SBIR / STTR #MDA26TZ04-NV004

Missile Defense Agency STTR Solicitation for Advanced Missile Defense Technologies and Software Defined Radio

This opportunity from the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) seeks innovative technology solutions under the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program to advance missile defense capabilities. - Government Buyer: - Missile Defense Agency (MDA) - MDA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/STTR Program Management Office - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to eligible small businesses and research institutions - Products/Services Requested: - Novel ignition systems for multi-pulse solid propellant rocket motors - Advanced analysis of historical radiation data for enhanced Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) modeling - Low-volatility, reduced-toxicity hypergolic propellants for Divert and Attitude Control System (DACS) thrusters - Software Defined Radio (SDR) for link diversity, supporting multi-band communications and rapid frequency management on interceptor platforms - Product Line Items: - Each topic represents a distinct R&D effort; no part numbers or quantities specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with ITAR/EAR export controls - CMMC Level 1 cybersecurity requirements - Eligibility as a Small Business Concern per SBA regulations - Adherence to STTR program rules - TABA funding up to $6,500 per year available for technical and business assistance - Phase I contracts are firm-fixed-price and last six months; no Phase I options - Focus on innovative research and development, not off-the-shelf products - Technical Focus: - Emphasis on advanced propulsion, radiation modeling, safer propellants, and agile communications for missile defense - SDR solution must support rapid frequency hopping and make-before-break handover for interceptor platforms

Description

This solicitation is for the development of a Software Defined Radio (SDR) focused on link diversity, under the DoD SBIR/STTR program. The solicitation is currently in pre-release status and is part of the STTR program cycle DOD_STTR_2026_P1_CTZ. The solicitation includes instructions and a preface document available via provided links. The Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) is LTC Joseph Owens. The deadline for questions is February 22, 2024, and the response deadline is May 18, 2024.

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