Next Generation Tropical Cyclone Analysis, Forecasting, and Dissemination Tactical Decision Aid Software (Discontinued)

Advanced Cyber Threat Hunting Toolkit for Deployed Tactical Platforms is sponsored by Department of the Navy (DoD SBIR). Develop an open architecture, modular cyber search, detection, attribution, and mitigation toolkit to directly support cyber threat hunt on tactical platforms, specifically U.S. Navy surface tactical platforms. The solution should leverage detection and response capabilities planned for employment on U.S. Navy surface ships.

Meteorologic and Hydrologic Modernization Development is sponsored by Department of Commerce. To maintain a cooperative university and Federal partnerships to conduct meteorological training, education, professional development, and research and development on issues common to the hydrometeorological community, and to reduce the impact of tsunamis through hazard assessment, warning guidance, and mitigation. This listing is currently active. Program number: 11.467. Last updated on 2024-11-12.

DOD Advanced Technology Development (ATD) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The DOD Advanced Technology Development (ATD) program funds projects that have moved beyond basic research and are ready for advanced development and demonstration. The FY2026 RDTE budget reflects a strategic shift towards convergent disruptive technologies, with over $2.2 billion allocated for AI across various programs. This includes tiered iterations of autonomous AI for distributed, multi-domain operations (e.g., robotic UAVs, UUVs, and UGV platforms) to execute reconnaissance, logistics, and strike missions. AI-enabled analytics are essential to these systems for mitigating information overload and supporting real-time command and control decisions.

The CDAO Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace (TSM) is a continuously open digital acquisition ecosystem operated by the Department of Defense's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office to rapidly procure commercial AI, machine learning, data analytics, and digital transformation solutions. Unlike traditional defense procurement, Tradewinds uses competitive vendor-submitted video pitches rigorously evaluated against federal standards to identify awardable solutions. Companies assessed as 'Awardable' are listed in the marketplace and can receive contract awards with an average procurement action lead time (PALT) of just 51 days — dramatically faster than traditional defense contracting. The platform is specifically designed to lower barriers for non-traditional defense contractors: 88% of Tradewinds contract awards go to companies without significant prior DoD contracting history. The FY2025 CDAO budget was $139.9 million, and over $200 million was awarded to commercial providers through the platform. Focus areas include AI capability procurement, data analytics, digital transformation, and emerging technology solutions for defense missions. The marketplace supports the Pentagon's January 2026 AI Strategy emphasis on decision-support AI, logistics and predictive maintenance AI, and autonomous systems integration.

Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance is sponsored by DEPT OF DEFENSE. To support basic and applied research at educational, nonprofit, or commercial research institutions, which have potential for leading to the improvement of military operations or dual-use application, and to support training and stimulation of future researchers in science and engineering disciplines. This support may take the form of grants or cooperative agreements. This listing is currently active. Program number: 12.335. Last updated on 2026-01-19.

CDAO Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace for Commercial AI and Machine Learning Defense Solutions is sponsored by Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), Department of Defense. The CDAO Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace (TSM) is a continuously open digital acquisition ecosystem operated by the Department of Defense's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office to rapidly procure commercial AI, machine learning, data analytics, and digital transform…