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Low Cost Interceptors for Missile Defense Low Cost Interceptors for Missile Defense AI Analysis Solicitation Details Details SBIR Documents ( 1 ) Documents ( 1 ) SBIR Opportunity Analysis The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is seeking proposals for the development of low-cost interceptors (LCIs) as part of its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program.
The objective is to design and analyze LCIs that can effectively counter a range of missile threats, including supersonic cruise missiles, short- and medium-range ballistic missiles, and hypersonic glide vehicles, while utilizing commercial-off-the-shelf components and rapid manufacturing practices to reduce costs significantly.
This initiative is crucial for enhancing missile defense capabilities and achieving a more balanced offense/defense cost ratio. Interested parties should prepare to submit proposals by September 24, 2025, with funding amounts for the interceptors estimated between $350,000 and $700,000 each, and further details can be found at the provided source link. It appears that you haven't provided the text you would like summarized.
Please provide the document or text for me to create a summary. Related SBIR/STTR Opportunities View Documents Access 1 attachments Source System Official Link Program Type SBIR - Phase II Application Due Sep 24, 2025
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