Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #DOD_SBIR_2026_P1_CBX
USAF SBIR/STTR Solicitation: Low-Cost Kinetic Defeat Solutions for C-sUAS
Buyer
Department of the Air Force
Posted
July 07, 2026
Respond By
August 19, 2026
Identifier
DOD_SBIR_2026_P1_CBX
NAICS
541715
This opportunity is a research and development solicitation from the United States Air Force (USAF) under the Department of Defense, seeking innovative solutions for countering small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS) using very low-cost kinetic defeat methods. - Government Buyer: - United States Air Force (USAF), Department of Defense - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development services focused on affordable kinetic defeat technologies for C-sUAS - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Open to small businesses under the SBIR/STTR program - Emphasis on novel, cost-effective kinetic defeat solutions for C-sUAS threats - Proposals must be submitted via the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) - Compliance with SBIR/STTR eligibility, performance, and cybersecurity standards is required - Multiple release periods for proposal submission - The solicitation is structured around SBIR/STTR program rules and phases, with a focus on innovative, affordable approaches to C-sUAS challenges.
Description
This solicitation is part of the SBIR / STTR program and seeks innovative solutions for countering small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS) using low-cost kinetic methods. The program encourages development of technologies that can effectively defeat C-sUAS threats at minimal cost. Interested parties are advised to review the attached documents and monitor the portal for updates. The solicitation includes multiple releases with specific open and close dates for proposal submissions.