Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #26.BX (SBIR); 26.TX (STTR)
U.S. Army xTech|Search 10 Competition for Innovative Technology Solutions (SBIR/STTR Phase I)
Buyer
Department of the Army
Posted
September 10, 2026
Respond By
October 20, 2026
Identifier
26.BX (SBIR); 26.TX (STTR)
NAICS
541715, 541713, 927110
The U.S. Army is launching the xTech|Search 10 competition to identify and support innovative technology solutions from U.S. small businesses. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army SBIR | Army STTR program - Managed by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology (ASA(ALT)) - Competition Details: - Open to eligible U.S. small businesses (SBIR/STTR participants) - Four-round process: concept white papers, virtual pitch, finals demonstration, and Phase I proposal submission - Only xTech|Search 10 finalists may submit Phase I SBIR/STTR proposals - Products/Services Requested: - Innovative technology feasibility studies and concept development - Areas of interest: sensors, artificial intelligence, machine learning, contested logistics and sustainment, immersive technologies, wearables - No specific part numbers or quantities; open-topic for novel solutions - Unique Requirements: - Focus on technological advantage and applicability to Army modernization priorities - Must include feasibility study, development roadmap, and demonstration of relevance - Maximum Phase I proposal budget: $300,000 - Period of performance: 1-6 months - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity is open to all eligible U.S. small businesses
Description
The U.S. Army is seeking innovative technology solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the xTech|Search 10 competition. Participants can pitch novel technology solutions, engage with the Department of War, earn prize money, join an accelerator program, and submit a Phase I SBIR or STTR proposal. The competition includes four rounds: concept white papers, virtual pitch, finals demonstration event, and opportunity to submit a Phase I proposal. Prizes total up to $1,000,000, with finalists eligible to submit Phase I proposals up to $300,000 for 1-6 months.