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Autonomous Robotic Assembly of Expeditionary Airfield Matting is a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense / Air Force Research Laboratory that funds research and development of autonomous robotic systems capable of rapidly assembling expeditionary airfield matting in contested environments.
The program seeks solutions to automate the labor-intensive process of laying aluminum matting for temporary runways, reducing personnel exposure and accelerating airfield construction timelines. Eligible applicants include small businesses through SBIR mechanisms, as well as research institutions and defense contractors.
The initiative targets autonomous ground robotics, computer vision, and AI-driven planning systems capable of operating under adverse conditions.
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Automated Expeditionary Airfield Assembly - SBIR Topic DON26BZ01-NV008 — BW&CO Automated Expeditionary Airfield Assembly - SBIR Topic DON26BZ01-NV008 Active specific topic DSIP 2 This topic was temporarily posted by the Department of War SBIR Program on March 2nd 2026 and removed the following day.
We believe this topic is planned to be released once the SBIR program is reauthorized; however, this topic may ultimately be modified or withdrawn. Notify Me When This is Released Research, develop, and evaluate robotic system methodologies for automating or augmenting the assembly of Expeditionary Airfield (EAF) matting to enhance operational efficiency.
EAFs serve as vital shore-based aviation support systems that enable the rapid deployment and recovery of military aircraft in environments lacking established infrastructure. Currently, assembling EAF matting is a manual process carried out by Marines—a task that is physically demanding, labor-intensive, and exposes personnel to potential hazards.
Developing a robotic system capable of assisting with or fully automating this assembly process would offer significant operational benefits: increasing efficiency, reducing risk to personnel, and enabling Marines to focus on higher-priority mission objectives. The level of autonomy should allow for the robots to navigate and control without human assistance, which includes obstacle avoidance, path planning, and grasping.
Such a solution would improve overall force readiness and effectiveness in austere and time-critical operational scenarios. The approach includes defining and developing a viable system concept, while investigating various robotic configurations—such as mobile manipulators and assistive technologies—for their effectiveness in EAF mat handling, alignment, and interconnection across diverse and austere terrains.
The research will evaluate the proposed system's capacity to: Traverse and operate on uneven or unstable surfaces Manipulate and position heavy EAF mat sections with precision Endure harsh environmental and operational conditions Integrate seamlessly with current EAF deployment procedures Work produced in Phase II may become classified.
Note: The prospective contractor(s) must be U.S. owned and operated with no foreign influence as defined by 32 U.S.C. § 2004. 20 et seq.
, National Industrial Security Program Executive Agent and Operating Manual, unless acceptable mitigating procedures can and have been implemented and approved by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) formerly Defense Security Service (DSS). The selected contractor and/or subcontractor must be able to acquire and maintain a secret level facility and Personnel Security Clearances.
This will allow contractor personnel to perform on advanced phases of this project as set forth by DCSA and NAVAIR to gain access to classified information pertaining to the national defense of the United States and its allies; this will be an inherent requirement.
The selected company will be required to safeguard classified material during the advanced phases of this contract IAW the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), which can be found at Title 32, Part 2004. 20 of the Code of Federal Regulations. If you can achieve the objective above better than any other company on the market, you have a very high-likelihood of success and should apply.
Who is eligible to apply? Any company that meets the following criteria: U.S.-owned and controlled. 500 or fewer employees (including affiliates) 1) End-to-end support including, strategy, writing of the full proposal, and administrative & compliance support.
2) Proposal strategy and review. 3) Administrative & compliance support. Request to talk with a member of our team by completing the form below: Defense & Dual Use Technology NAVY Aerospace & Spacetech Robotics & Autonomous Systems https://www.
bwcoconsulting. com High Clutter Virtual Objects for Modeling and Simulation - SBIR Topic DON26BZ01-NV003 Open Architecture for a Low Volume Software Defined Radio (SDR) for Navy Aircraft - SBIR Topic DON26BZ01-NV009
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small businesses and organizations capable of developing robotic prototypes. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $240,000 (Estimated) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 3, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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The OCRP Outcomes Consortium Development Award supports a multi-institutional research effort conducted by leading ovarian cancer researchers and consumer advocates that specifically focuses on identifying and understanding predictors of disease outcomes in ovarian cancer patients. This effort will be executed through a two-stage approach using two separate award mechanisms: this FY12 Outcomes Consortium Development Award, which will enable the consortium to lay the groundwork for the research project, including proof of concept, and the FY14 Outcomes Consortium Award, which will support the execution of the full research project. Funding Opportunity Number: W81XWH-12-OCRP-OCDA. Assistance Listing: 12.420. Funding Instrument: CA,G. Category: ST. Award Amount: $1.3M total program funding.
Army FUZE Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Opportunities (Open Submission) is sponsored by U.S. Army. This program offers funding opportunities for small businesses through its Army FUZE SBIR initiatives. Currently open topics include 'Affordable Ka-Band Metamaterial-Based Electronically Scanned Array Radar for Test and Training' and 'Li-ion 6T Battery Focused Open Topic'.
Software Modernization is a grant topic under the U.S. Army SBIR/STTR Program that funds small businesses developing advanced computing and cybersecurity technologies for military applications. Key areas include high-performance computing, data management and visualization, User and Entity Behavior Analysis (UEBA) for Zero Trust network security, drone swarm detection using neural networks, and AI-driven reconnaissance analytics. Army Futures Command releases solicitations during three specific periods each fiscal year. Phase I awards establish feasibility, Phase II advances development, and Phase III covers commercialization. Direct to Phase II is available for businesses with prior relevant research. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based small businesses meeting SBA size standards.
EPAs SmartWay Transport Partnership and National Clean Diesel Campaign (NCDC) are announcing the availability of funding assistance to create finance programs, such as low cost leases or revolving loan programs, to achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions throughout the United States. The SmartWay Clean Diesel Finance Program is soliciting proposals for projects that reduce diesel emissions through the creation of national, tribal, regional, state or local finance program(s). Finance programs include, but are not limited to, those that provide the loan recipient a specific financial incentive (i.e., longer terms or lower rates) to purchase or lease eligible retrofitted vehicles or equipment. The proposed finance program should maximize the total project funds available for financing eligible diesel emission reduction solutions and be sustainable to maintain the program. Funding Opportunity Number: EPA-OAR-OTAQ-09-13. Assistance Listing: 66.039. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ENV. Award Amount: $2M – $12M per award.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is soliciting applications from eligible applicants for the National Estuary Program (NEP) Watersheds Grant to support projects that address urgent, emerging, and challenging issues that threaten the ecological and economic well-being of estuarine areas. Funding Opportunity Number: EPA-OW-OWOW-21-03. Assistance Listing: 66.456. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ENV. Award Amount: Up to $18M per award.
With the NSF Convergence Accelerator, NSF's goals are: (i) to pilot a new NSF capability to accelerate use-inspired convergence research in areas of national importance, and (ii) to initiate convergence team-building capacity around exploratory, potentially high-risk proposals in specific convergence topics (tracks). The NSF Convergence Accelerator supports use-inspired, goal-oriented, basic research, encouraging rapid advances through partnerships that include multiple stakeholders (e.g., industry, academic, not-for-profits, government entities, and others). The NSF Convergence Accelerator brings teams together in a cohort that are all focused on a common research goal of national importance, but which may be pursuing many different approaches. As a funder of research and education across all fields of science and engineering and with relationships with universities and funding agencies around the world, NSF is uniquely positioned to pilot this approach to accelerate discovery and innovation. Teams supported by the NSF Convergence Accelerator will focus on grand challenges that require a convergence approach. The teams are multidisciplinary and leverage partnerships; tracks within the NSF Convergence Accelerator relate to a grand challenge problem and have a high probability of resulting in deliverables that will benefit society within a fixed term. The NSF Convergence Accelerator is modeled on acceleration and innovation activities from the most forward-looking companies and universities. Specific funding opportunities will be announced through Dear Colleague Letters, program announcements, and/or solicitations. For more information see the NSF Convergence Accelerator website: https://www.nsf.gov/od/oia/convergence-accelerator/index.jsp Funding Opportunity Number: PD-19-095Y. Assistance Listing: 47.083. Funding Instrument: G. Category: ST.