Dynamic Open Systems Enclave

Name: Dynamic Open Systems Enclave — proposal window
Start: 2026-08-26
End: 2026-09-23

SBIR topic from AFWERX, solicitation 26.BZ. Open now. Closes 2026-09-23 (14 days left).

Component (WERX): AFWERX
Agency: USAF
Program / Phase: SBIR
Solicitation #: 26.BZ
Topic #: DAF26BZ05-DV033
Status: Open
Pre-release date: 2026-08-05
Open date: 2026-08-26
Close date: 2026-09-23 · 14 days until close · Add to calendar · See all deadlines
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AFWERX / SpaceWERX open-topic brief

Topic brief

AFWERX / SpaceWERX-style open topics reward clear dual-use technology and a crisp problem framing. Treat DAF26BZ05-DV033 as a customer-problem essay tied to Air Force / Space Force mission pull — not a generic SBIR dump.

WERX open-topic focus: Lead with the mission problem and dual-use path. See also AFWERX open topics and the monthly DSIP guide.

Who this is for

Dual-use tech firms targeting Air Force or Space Force end users
Teams that can show commercial traction or dual-use path
Companies following the monthly DSIP / WERX open-topic cadence

Capture playbook

Frame the warfighter / operator problem in one paragraph before tech
Show dual-use or commercial path alongside defense application
Check peer AFWERX open topics closing the same cycle
Use the monthly open-topic digest to avoid missing the drop
Run match + scorecard before allocating proposal bandwidth

pWin cues

Specific end-user pain and measurable outcome
Technology maturity appropriate to the phase
Evidence of speed — AFWERX culture rewards execution

Watch-outs

Generic dual-use claims without a named mission thread
Missing the monthly cycle because you only checked SBIR.gov weekly
Ignoring related open topics that dilute or concentrate competition

Peer open topics

Topic brief FAQ

Where are AFWERX open topics listed?

Live lists are on /afwerx-open-topics and the opportunities feed; monthly digests summarize the open cycle.

How does the monthly DSIP drop work?

DoD SBIR/STTR topics often release on a monthly cadence via DSIP. See the AFWERX DSIP guide on the blog.

Is open topic the same as a traditional SBIR topic?

Open topics are broader problem statements; traditional topics are often more narrowly specified. Read evaluation criteria carefully.

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Description

This topic seeks to develop a dynamic host platform-agnostic software suite that will securely integrate a large amount of information from multiple data sources into a single, common operating picture for the pilot. This integration will reduce the real-time pilot workload in order to employ effectively in combat scenarios. Data will be required to be processed and tailored for exact pilot needs in real-time to support entirely new capabilities such as cognitive electronic warfare, Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUMT), and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) communications without increasing the pilot’s cognitive load. This topic primarily addresses the Air National Guard (ANG) & Air Force Reserve Command "Lethality" Modernization Imperative, specifically extending long-range kill chains to maintain offensive advantage. The long-term objective of these efforts is to allow the ANG & AFRC to defend the homeland, deter our adversaries, and sharpen our competitive edge.This topic contrasts with other topics in this release in that it is focused on real-time data integration and the user experience of that data integration.

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