SBIR / STTR #MDA26BZ04-NV006

SBIR Solicitation for Advanced Defense Technology R&D (Thermal Batteries, Neuromorphic Hardware, and More)

The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is seeking innovative research and development proposals from small businesses under its SBIR Broad Agency Announcement Release 4. - Government Buyer: - Missile Defense Agency (MDA), SBIR/STTR Program Management Office - Targeted Technologies (no specific OEMs named): - Next-generation thermal batteries for missile defense systems - Radiation hardening of commercial microelectronics using advanced packaging - Software defined antennas for secure, omnidirectional interceptor communications - Application of Very Large Array (VLA) techniques over power transmission infrastructure for resilient sensing - Miniaturization and scaling of photonic and quantum technologies for sensors and radios - Neuromorphic hardware for real-time learning and adaptation in electronic warfare and cyber-contested domains - Automated cybersecurity control validation platforms for hybrid environments - Event-based sensing hardware and algorithms for navigation without GPS/GNSS - Products/Services Requested: - Feasibility studies, modeling, prototype development, and design research in the above technology areas - No specific part numbers or quantities provided; focus is on R&D and proof-of-concept - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with ITAR/EAR export controls - Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 1 required - Phase I contracts are firm-fixed-price and focus on feasibility/design (six-month period) - Classified proposals are not accepted - Set aside for small businesses

Description

This solicitation is part of the SBIR program managed by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). It focuses on research and development related to neuromorphic hardware. The solicitation is in pre-release status and open for questions until April 18, 2023. Proposals must conform to the terms of the Department of War (DoW) solicitation and MDA-specific requirements. Classified proposals are not accepted under this program.

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