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Homeland Convoy Counter Drone Operations Homeland Convoy Counter Drone Operations AI Analysis Solicitation Details Details SBIR Documents ( 1 ) Documents ( 1 ) SBIR Opportunity Analysis The U.S. Air Force, through the DoD SBIR program, is seeking a direct-to-Phase II counter-drone system for military convoys operating on public roads in non-permissive homeland environments.
The effort calls for a prototype that can detect, track, and assess UAS around a convoy, determine trajectories relative to moving vehicles, and disrupt hostile drones using electronic warfare, other non-kinetic methods, or low-collateral kinetic options as a last resort.
The solution must support intuitive human teaming, be SOSA compliant, and integrate with the Medusa GRA architecture so sensors, effectors, and microservices can work with existing government systems; Phase II also requires prototype development, documentation of interfaces, field testing, and a demonstration.
This is a Direct to Phase 2 topic, Phase I-like proposals will be rejected as nonresponsive, and applications are due June 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC. The DAF26BZ01-DV001 project seeks to develop a counter-drone system for military convoys in non-permissive homeland environments, minimizing threats from Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) while adhering to restrictive rules of engagement.
The system must detect, track, and disrupt UAS trajectories using Electronic Warfare or other non-kinetic means, with kinetic options as a last resort, prioritizing low collateral damage. It should be SOSA compliant, supporting integration with existing government hardware and software, and designed for intuitive human-teaming.
This Direct to Phase 2 (D2P2) topic requires proposers to demonstrate prior development of a workable prototype concept. Phase II focuses on developing a complete, demonstrable system, including sensors, defeat mechanisms, and adherence to the Medusa GRA architecture. Phase III envisions dual-use applications for airfield operations, cargo delivery, and commercial logistics.
Related SBIR/STTR Opportunities View Documents Access 1 attachments Source System Official Link Program Type SBIR - Phase II Release Date Apr 13, 2026 Application Due Jun 3, 2026
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. small businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,500,000 in cash prizes for competition winners, with opportunity for Direct to Phase II Army SBIR proposal up to $2,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Homeland Convoy Counter Drone Operations is funded by U.S. Air Force / Department of Defense (SBIR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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