# SBIR / STTR #DAF27BZ01-NV006

USAF Phase I SBIR research for a high-speed hyperspectral imager

**Buyer:** United States Air Force
**Posted:** October 07, 2026
**Respond By:** November 25, 2026
**Identifier:** DAF27BZ01-NV006
**NAICS:** 541715, 334513, 334511

The U.S. Air Force is seeking Phase I SBIR research to advance hyperspectral imaging for high-enthalpy ground testing.
- **Government buyer:** Department of War (DoW), Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program; U.S. Air Force, Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC).
- **Opportunity:** Topic DAF27BZ01-NV006 seeks a high-speed, low-temperature hyperspectral imager to measure test-article surface temperature and emissivity in high-enthalpy test facilities.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No OEMs, vendors, makes, or models are named; no purchase quantities or part numbers are specified.
- **Technical targets:** Temperature range of 0–1,500°F, with 2,000°F as an objective; sampling rate of 4,000 Hz, with 5,000 Hz as an objective; pixel footprint no larger than 0.1 inch, with 0.05 inch as an objective; and accuracy of ±10°F, with ±5°F as an objective.
- **Scope and notable requirements:** Phase I calls for feasibility research and a report describing a benchtop proof of concept. Potential follow-on work includes Phase II prototype fabrication and Phase III deployment. The topic is subject to ITAR or EAR export controls, and the initial notice identifies CMMC Level 2 (Self) requirements.
- **Other procurement details:** The broad SBIR announcement supports defense-related R&D proposals from eligible small businesses. No contract value or specific period of performance is provided for this topic.

### Description

This USAF SBIR Phase I topic seeks proposals concerning a high-speed, low-temperature hyperspectral imager for high-enthalpy ground testing. It is part of the DoW SBIR 2027 BAA (27.BZ) and is listed as Pre-Release. The topic response deadline is December 5, 2026. The source lists CMMC Level 2 (Self).

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