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Air Force SBIR topic DAF26BX04-DP025 seeks very low-cost kinetic defeat solutions for countering small unmanned aircraft systems (C-sUAS), emphasizing AI-enabled autonomous detection, tracking, targeting, and interception of hostile drones. The goal is affordable, scalable counter-drone systems that use machine learning and autonomy to identify and neutralize threats with minimal operator burden.
The topic funds a Direct-to-Phase-II style effort up to roughly $2 million. Proposals close August 19, 2026.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S.-based for-profit small businesses with fewer than 500 employees and majority U.S. ownership, per DoD SBIR rules. Proposals are submitted through the DoD SBIR/STTR portal against the DAF26BX04 solicitation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows award up to approximately $2,000,000 for this SBIR topic, supporting development of AI-enabled, low-cost autonomous counter-small-unmanned-aircraft-system kinetic defeat capabilities. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Air Force SBIR Topic DAF26BX04-DP025 Very Low-Cost Kinetic Defeat for Counter-Small-UAS Using AI-Enabled Autonomous Detection and Interception are due August 19, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Air Force SBIR Topic DAF26BX04-DP025 Very Low-Cost Kinetic Defeat for Counter-Small-UAS Using AI-Enabled Autonomous Detection and Interception is funded by U.S. Department of the Air Force (DAF SBIR/STTR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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