Opportunity
SBIR / STTR #DON27TZ02-NV006
Navy STTR Prototype UAS for Marine Mammal Monitoring
Buyer
Department of the Navy (DON)
Posted
November 04, 2026
Respond By
January 06, 2027
Identifier
DON27TZ02-NV006
NAICS
334511
The Department of War’s Navy is seeking an STTR prototype UAS for marine mammal monitoring and photogrammetry. - Government buyer: Department of War (DOW), Navy (NAVY); no sub-agency or office is identified in the provided summary. - Request: Develop a compact, affordable, NDAA-compliant unmanned aerial system (UAS) and payloads for high-resolution photogrammetry, marine mammal health measurements, and behavioral sequencing. - Key system requirements: High-resolution zoom camera integrated with a gimbal; flexible payload system; batteries below 100 watt-hours; integrated LiDAR altimeter and range finder capable of measuring at least 50 meters; and a display readable in direct sunlight while wearing polarized sunglasses. - Operational requirements: At least 40 minutes of flight time; airline-luggage-compatible portability; quick calibration and launch, plus hand-catching for small-boat operations; operation from -20°C to +40°C; IP45 or better weather resistance; dynamic home-point positioning; and minimal noise. - Price target: The stated target market price is $10,000–$15,000; this is not identified as the solicitation’s contract value. - OEMs and vendors: None are named in the provided materials. Potential competitors and alternative products are listed separately and are not identified as compliant with every requirement.
Description
The STTR topic seeks a compact, inexpensive, NDAA-compliant unmanned aerial system (UAS) and payloads for collecting high-resolution photogrammetry imagery to support marine mammal monitoring, health measurements, and behavioral sequencing. The prototype is expected to include features such as an integrated zoom camera and gimbal, LiDAR altimeter and range finder, flight time of at least 40 minutes, and suitability for small-boat operations and wet conditions. It should meet the specified operational and portability parameters, including fitting airline luggage restrictions. The stated target market price is $10,000–$15,000.