Open SBIR/STTR Topics — June 2026
47 open SBIR & STTR topics in the June 2026 capture cycle. Grouped by component so you can scan AFWERX, Navy, Army, and civilian agency deadlines in one place.
AFWERX (6)
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Creating a Mobile L-Band Linear Accelerator (LINAC)
The program goal under the offered D2P2 topic is to design and build a transportable L-Band Linear Accelerator (LINAC) with a 20 MeV output. This LINAC would be used as both a standalone nuclear test environment and...
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Modernization of Flash X-Ray Simulated Environments
The program goal under the offered D2P2 topic is to design and build two new flash x-ray test capabilities. To reduce cost, both would be built on non-functioning capability platforms (CXS and PI 538 flash x-ray)...
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Bulk growth of InAsP crystal
The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Parts 120-130, which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services, including...
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Three axis stabilized environmentally sealed infrared search and track payload
The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Parts 120-130, which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services, including...
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Production of a High Purity Ceramic Powder
The topic seeks to enable the scale up for the production of a ceramic powder with a production rate of at least one (1) metric ton per year. The powder composition to be specified by the Air Force must retain a high...
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Rapid Evaluation of low Back and neck impairment to Advance Readiness
The technology within this topic is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR), 22 CFR Parts 120-130, which controls the export and import of defense-related material and services, including...
SpaceWERX (4)
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Project Able Baker: Maritime Re-purposing of Offshore Infrastructure for Resilient Launch-Vehicle Recovery
The objective of this Phase I effort is to design and demonstrate the feasibility of a Sea-Based Recovery Station (SBRS) prototype capable of repurposing decommissioned offshore oil platforms into resilient landing...
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Project Celestial: Multi-Domain Site Selection Framework for Terrestrial and Maritime Spaceport Infrastructure
The objective of this Phase I effort is to design and demonstrate the feasibility of an integrated survey platform and decision-support framework—Project Celestial—to identify, evaluate, and rank optimal global...
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Resilient Voice-Enabled Artificial Intelligence Assistant for Autonomous Logistics Command and Control in Contested Environments
The objective of this Phase I effort is to design and demonstrate the feasibility of a secure, edge-deployable, voice-enabled Artificial Intelligence (AI) assistant capable of providing a hands-free Command and...
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Scalable Wide-Field-of-View Electro-Optical Payloads for GEO Space Domain Awareness
The objective of this Phase I effort is to conduct a feasibility study of a commercially derived, Wide-Field-of-View (WFOV) Electro-Optical (EO) payload concept to support persistent Space Domain Awareness (SDA) in...
NavalX (10)
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Colloidal Nanocrystals for Improved Mid-Wave Infrared Imaging
Develop a photo-diode technology based on colloidal nanocrystal materials, suitable for direct deposition on a Silicon/Silicon Dioxide (Si/SiO2) substrate read-out integrated circuit (ROIC).
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Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant
Develop a non-toxic, high-friction anti-fouling coating for submarine topsides that will not be damaged by alternating wet-dry cycles, solar radiation, or atmospheric exposure. The antifouling coating must also be...
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Low-Cost Bottoming Seabed Nodes for Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) Support
Develop modular, low-cost, high endurance seabed nodes to support integration of diverse subsea payloads.
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Universal Submersible Logistics Deployment and Stowage Package
Develop a submergible low-cost, long-duration, tamper-resistant logistics delivery and stowage system, which stores and facilitates retrieval of logistics payloads from the seabed.
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Advanced Techniques for Enhanced Deep-Sea Object Detection and Localization for Towed Mine Countermeasures (MCM) Sonar
Develop innovative enhancements and techniques for towed Mine Countermeasures (MCM) sonars to enable object detection and localization at increased ocean depths.
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High Frequency Omni-Directional Acoustic Sensor with Open Architecture Telemetry
Develop an acoustic sensor with omnidirectional high-frequency detection of low source levels, accurate bearing determination, and native integration with an Open Architecture Telemetry (OAT) towed array.
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DIRECT TO PHASE II: Non-tactical Replacement of AN/UYK-43 in a Laboratory Environment
Develop a non-tactical replacement for the UYK-43 computer system to ensure land-based testing remains viable for Aegis computer programs before deployment on board ships.
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DIRECT TO PHASE II: Resonant Cavity Infrared Detector Incorporating an Avalanche Photodiode Active Region
Develop and demonstrate an array of highly sensitive, wavelength tuned, discrete photo-detectors with avalanche photodiode active regions and incorporating resonant cavity structures.
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US Based Fixture Development and Manufacturing
The objective of this SBIR is to establish and demonstrate a rapid-response manufacturing capability that directly addresses critical maintenance delays in Navy shipyards. This capability will empower DLA to source...
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Data Dissemination SBIR Information Technology Solutions
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Army (2)
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Multifrequency Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Antenna Solution
Develop a multiple Radio Frequency (RF), aka “Multifrequency,” configurable patch antenna that can be utilized in cannon and missile-based Precision Guided Munitions (PGM) to support Multi Global Navigation Satellite...
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Scalable Agile Manufacturing of Launched Effects
The objective of this topic is to demonstrate mass production of launched effect airframes at high rates (objective: 10,000 / month) and low cost (objective: $2,000) while also quickly accommodating design changes.
DARPA (5)
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AUTOMATED PROCESS FOR CODESIGN OF RADIATION HARDENING AND SECURITY
To develop next generation microelectronics design and integration approaches that simultaneously result in resilience to ionizing radiation and enhanced security.
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COMPACT WIDEBAND TUNABLE FILTERS
Develop and demonstrate wideband, power-efficient and tunable radio frequency (RF) filter technologies that significantly improve spectrum access and signal integrity for Department of War (DOW) communications and...
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Nanopore Bioelectronics for Next Generation Proteomics
To develop a next-generation single-molecule sensing and sequencing platform that delivers robust, high-accuracy, high-throughput, and scalable reading of biomolecules.
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Spreaders for Microsystems with Advanced Thermal Resilience (SMART)
To develop passive thermal management technologies for extreme environment and high-power density systems, resulting in a conformal thin-film heat spreader technology with significant improvements compared to...
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Low Resource Computing
This effort will develop commercially viable re-use of existing DoW assets in lieu of new hardware investments. It will demonstrate achieving mission-capable performance, security, and stability into legacy...
DLA (8)
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Enhancing Tertiary Manufacturing Capacity Utilization with Secure Data Practices
The objective of this SBIR is to develop and prototype a secure, AI-driven system that provides DLA with real-time visibility into untapped manufacturing capabilities and capacities from tertiary sources like...
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Weapon System Readiness Program (WSRP)
The objective of this SBIR is to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions to address readiness challenges caused by delays or shortages of DLA-managed items critical to the manufacturing of components needed to...
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AI-Assisted RMF Pre-Adjudication for Research, Development, and Rapid Prototyping Environments
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks to determine whether AI-enabled, human-attested analysis can improve Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation quality and reduce rework cycles in research, development,...
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Strengthening Defensive Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing Through Agentic AI and Automation
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) manages a vast and complex global supply chain, underpinned by a sprawling digital infrastructure. The objective is to address the fact that traditional cybersecurity approaches,...
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Enterprise Digital Thread with Mission-Aware Decision Intelligence Platform for DLA
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks to enhance logistics readiness, decision advantage, and enterprise efficiency in alignment with the DLA Strategic Plan’s priorities of mission readiness, supply chain...
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Flameless Ration Heater Alternative (Magnesium-Free)
The objective of this SBIR is to develop and validate an innovative, magnesium-free chemical heating technology for military rations that is safe, cost-effective, and environmentally benign. The new heater must meet...
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Novel and Highly Efficient Separation Methods for Critical Rare Earth Elements
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks to provide responsive, best value supplies of related materials consistently to our Department of War (DoW) customers and other DoW stakeholders. DLA continually investigates...
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Domestic Production of Refractory Powders for Ultra-High Temperature Ceramics and Aerospace Alloys
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) seeks to provide responsive, best value supplies of related materials consistently to our Department of War (DoW) customers and other DoW stakeholders. DLA continually investigates...
EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF.EDUCATION, DEPARTMENT OF.CONTRACTS AND ACQUISTIONS MANAGEMEN (3)
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Department of Education Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase IA 2026: Solicitation
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Department of Education Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Direct to Phase II 2026: Solicitation
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Department of Education Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase IB 2026: Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.ADVANCED RESEARCH PROJECTS AGENCY FOR HEALTH (ARPA-H) (1)
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Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program
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HSWERX (1)
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STRIKE AI - AI-Enabled Mission Planning for Defense of Operational Technology Critical Infrastructure
U.S. critical infrastructure—including power grids, water treatment facilities, and transportation networks—is increasingly targeted by sophisticated adversaries using coordinated cyber and physical attacks. The...
NSIN (4)
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TEMPERATURE-HARDENED ELECTRONICS FOR RELIABLE MISSION-CRITICAL APPLICATIONS (THERMAL)
To develop a manufacturable mixed-signal integrated circuit (IC) technology capable of reliable operation in harsh environments, specifically high-temperature conditions up to 800°C.
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Rapid Range Determination of Airborne Targets in Complex Raid Scenarios
Develop a technology to determine the range of multiple, simultaneous, widely spaced, and independently moving small airborne targets using electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) means.
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Active Detection of Low-Observable Surface Targets through Electro-Optical Means
Develop a means to detect, determine the range of, and track low-observable surface targets utilizing active electro-optical sensors.
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DIRECT TO PHASE II: Innovative Camera Technology for Advanced, Simultaneous Imaging in the Extended Short Wave and Mid Wave Infrared Bands
Develop and demonstrate a dual-band camera, operating across the extended short-wave and mid-wave infrared bands, incorporating a single large format, small pitch, focal plane array and corresponding digital readout...
OSD (2)
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Game-Theoretic AI for Robust Course of Action (COA) Generation and Wargaming
To develop and demonstrate a mature, scalable, and robust game-theoretic Artificial Intelligence (AI) engine capable of generating and executing novel, optimized courses of action (COAs) in complex, multi-domain,...
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Generative AI for Secure Workflow Automation and Compliance
To develop and demonstrate a secure, enterprise-grade Generative AI platform to automate and enhance critical administrative, security, and compliance workflows within the Department of War (DoW). This effort seeks...
SOFWERX (1)
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Passive Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) for Terminal Guidance
The objective of this topic is to develop applied research toward an innovative capability that will provide kinetic One-Way Attack (OWA) Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) enhanced terminal guidance capability on approach...