Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (Army SBIR|STTR Program)

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (Army SBIR|STTR Program) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) - Army. The Army SBIR|STTR Program aligns innovative small businesses with critical U.S. Army priorities. This includes Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning for areas such as synthetic data generation, automated detection and prevention, biometrics, natural language technology, explainable AI, and cyber defense.

The program funds small businesses developing dual-use technologies with military and commercial applications.

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning – Army SBIR|STTR Program Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning supply chain management, logistics coordination, target identifications and simulation ​​Symbiotic UAS Delivery System (SCBDS) This topic seeks innovative research and development efforts that allow Soldiers to conduct multiple fire and forget kinetic strikes from an ATR-capable Group 2 or Group 3 UAS.

Predict, Optimize, Recommend, and Track for Adaptive Logistics (PORTAL)​ Develop an AI-enabled predictive logistics software solution, to be used at the Brigade level and below, capable of operating in contested environments, providing real-time tracking, predictive analysis, and AI-generated Courses of Action (COAs) to optimize logistical flow and facilitate mission success.

Mechanics and Control of Autonomous Legged Robotic Systems in Mud Successful execution of research and development under this topic will produce a quadruped robot and control architecture that enables faster-than-creep gait in deep muddy environments.

AI-tool for Data Quality Management of Human Resources Database The aim of this topic is to harness advanced artificial intelligence/machine-learning (AI/ML) technologies to enhance The Integrated Personnel and Pay System- Army (IPPS-A) by achieving the following objectives: Human Resources/Pay Data Quality Enhancement: Ensure high data integrity and reliability and develop generative AI or ML solutions to identify and rectify data inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and complete missing information.

HR/Pay Anomaly Detection and Prevention: Implement AI-driven mechanisms to detect anomalies, prevent data duplication, and ensure ongoing data quality improvement, adapting to evolving operational needs. The U.S. Army is seeking innovative technology solutions from eligible small businesses across the U.S. through the Expeditionary Technology Search (xTechSearch) competition.

This platform offers participants the opportunity to pitch novel technology solutions—whether a new application for an existing technology or an entirely new technology concept—to the Army, engage with the Department of Defense (DoD), earn prize money, join an accelerator program, and winners will have the opportunity to submit a Phase I Army Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) proposal.

xTechOverwatch Open Topic The Army SBIR program is partnering with the xTech program to launch xTechOverwatch, a prize competition designed to identify and advance cutting-edge technology solutions for the Army.

With up to $1 million in cash prizes, this competition provides small businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their innovations while receiving valuable feedback from technical experts, acquisition professionals, and end-users. The U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC) is interested in finding and developing capabilities that work for the Warfighter by experimenting early, often, and in-theater.

Context-Aware Decision Support​ Develop innovative capabilities that provide commanders with real-time, context-aware summaries and actionable insights by integrating dynamic data, enabling informed, unbiased decision-making that enhances training effectiveness and mission success​.

AI-enabled Portfolio Management This platform will integrate tools and best practices in a central portal to modernize the Army’s acquisition process, supporting both Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) needs AI Enabled Source Selection Solution for Contract Proposal Evaluation Provide a comprehensive software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution that automates and standardizes the evaluation and source selection processes while tailoring the user experience to the Army’s unique conditions/constraints.

Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology ASA(ALT) releases contract opportunities on an ad-hoc basis to meet Army research and development needs. Army Futures Command (AFC) releases topics during three specific solicitation periods throughout the fiscal year to address the Army’s current and anticipated war-fighting technology needs.

Army STTR follows AFC’s topic release schedule but partners with a university, federally funded research and development center, or a qualified non-profit research institution as part of their contract. Is the opportunity to establish the scientific, technical, commercial merit and feasibility of your proposed innovation. Is focused on the development, demonstration and delivery of your innovation from Phase I.

Represents the commercialization phase of the program in which the company can market their products or services developed in Phase II, either to the government or in the commercial sector. Allows small businesses to submit to Direct to Phase II applications if they performed the Phase I research through other funding sources. Provides funding to projects that require additional funding during their open Phase II contract.

A Phase II Awardee may receive one additional, sequential Phase II award to continue the work of an initial Phase II award. The sequential Phase II award has the same guideline amounts and limits as an initial Phase II award.

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (supply chain management, logistics coordination, target identifications and simulation) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (additive manufacturing) Autonomy (unmanned systems, drones, ground vehicle capabilities) Chemical and Biological (detection, defense) Cyber (biometric authentication, secure communications) Electronics (microelectronics, Very-Large-Scale Integration (VLSI)) Electronic Warfare (jamming, spoofing) Human Performance (wearables) Immersive (augmented reality, virtual reality, mixed reality) Network Technologies (antennas, radio frequency, communications systems) Position, Navigation, and Timing (GPS) Power (batteries, generators) Software Modernization (high performance computing, data management and visualization) Sensors (infrared sensing) Weapons Systems (hypersonics, munitions and projectiles, directed energy)