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Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR Programs is sponsored by Space Development Agency (SDA). The SDA leverages the DoD SBIR/STTR program to support the development and demonstration of capabilities for its Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA).
This includes topics such as free-space optical communication technology for optical communication terminals, high-bandwidth sensor processing algorithms, advanced space mesh networking and routing systems, and satellite system digital twin development and integration.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses (500 or fewer employees) that are U.S. based for-profit businesses. STTR requires a research partner consisting of a University, Federally funded research and development center, or a qualified non-profit research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies by topic and phase (SDA has made approximately 150 Phase 1 and 2 awards valued at almost $200 million). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR Programs is funded by Space Development Agency (SDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement is sponsored by Space Development Agency (SDA). This BAA solicits executive summaries, invited proposal abstracts, and proposals for novel architecture concepts, systems, technologies, and capabilities that enable leap-ahead improvements for future Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) tranches, enhancements to existing capabilities, or concepts for new capabilities to address emerging or evolving warfighter needs. It covers areas such as resilient Beyond Line-of-Sight Tactical Communications (RF, Custody), advanced target custody, warning, tracking and defeat, advanced/alternate Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), and global battle management.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine learning (ML) algorithm development (SDA SBIR/STTR) is sponsored by Space Development Agency (SDA). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine learning (ML) algorithm development to enhance national defense space capabilities. Topic areas since FY 2023 have included AI and Machine Learning algorithm development.
DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
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