Multi-level security operations development for contested environments with cross-domain solutions, innovative security architectures, and formal verification methods.
Space Domain Awareness enhancements through low-cost resilient ground-based SDA, space-based sensors, and optics for comprehensive space environment knowledge.
Up to $99M over 5-year period (total BAA funding, not topic-specific)
Innovative approaches for exercises, tests, and training environments including ride share solutions, multi-domain innovations, and inter-satellite link technologies for small satellites.
Up to $99M over 5-year period (total BAA funding, not topic-specific)
Solar and ionospheric effects modeling for RF signal prediction. Develops advanced solar models coupled with space environment models for improved forecasting.
Thermosphere modeling and satellite drag prediction for accurate orbit determination and reentry forecasting. Develops empirical and physics-based models.
Cislunar environment modeling including plasma, radiation, and dust characterization. Develops sensors and data products for vehicle design and cislunar operations.
Research on refining and processing methods to enhance material quality and improve supply chain efficiency. Addresses bottlenecks in raw material production.
Phase I: up to Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT); Phase II: up to $10,000,000
Qualification of materials and processes for DOD Programs of Record. Requires validation and integration planning with existing defense acquisition programs.
Phase I: up to Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT); Phase II: up to $10,000,000
Advanced optical and RF communications for space-to-terrestrial links. Develops low SWAP-C components including optical terminals, advanced modems, and resilient tactical data links.
Advanced tracking and defeat capabilities for adversary systems with AI/ML automatic target recognition. Includes novel sensing, edge data fusion, and satellite resilience against directed energy.
GPS-denied/degraded navigation and timing solutions including resilient space networks, atomic clocks, and alternate PNT systems. Enables global operations without GPS reliance.
Advanced sensing and tracking solutions for detection and defeat of adversary systems. Includes infrared missile warning, edge data fusion, and resilient satellite technologies.
AI-enabled autonomous control of space vehicles and payloads for coordinated mission effects. Develops algorithms for resource allocation, scheduling, and network orchestration in contested environments.
Development of hardened materials through scientific investigation and laser interaction studies. Focuses on electro-optic, nonlinear optical materials, thin films, and thermal mitigation.
NTE $75M per individual contract award; total program NTE $500M
Development of nanoscale transport materials for C4ISR electronics including magnetoelectric materials, ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors, and 2D materials. Synthesis process maturation.
NTE $75M per individual contract award; total program NTE $500M
Development of stimuli-responsive materials and devices for sensing and computing using AI/ML and additive manufacturing. Creates flexible electronics and wearable sensors for extreme environments.
NTE $75M per individual contract award; total program NTE $500M
Sources sought for ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and AS 9110 certifications and registrations for depot operations. Information gathering on compliance and quality management capabilities.
Army electronics and sensors R&D including MEMS devices, distributed sensors, and anti-tamper systems. Emphasis on hardened electronics, autonomous behaviors, and advanced sensing.
Army power and energy development including reserve batteries, fuel cells, and energy harvesting. Focus on improved power density, renewable energy, and reduced logistics burden.
Army disruptive lethality research in next-generation warheads and lethal mechanisms. Focus on increased energy density, multi-domain targeting, and novel materials.
Army logistics and supportability R&D including predictive maintenance, ammunition health monitoring, and supply chain management. Emphasizes AI-based planning and battlefield manufacturing.
Army environmental and demilitarization technology research improving lifecycle sustainability. Focus on wastewater treatment, emerging contaminant elimination, and AI process control.