U.S. Department of Transportation Small Business Innovation Research Fiscal Year 2025 Solicitation
ID: 6913G625QSBIR1Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE SECRETARY6913G6 VOLPE NATL TRANS SYS CNTRCAMBRIDGE, MA, 02142, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION R&D SERVICES; SURFACE TRANSPORTATION, PUBLIC TRANSIT, AND RAIL; APPLIED RESEARCH (AS12)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ea9ff36144ff4651b0e103a999b2664c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) has announced a Phase I Program Solicitation for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, inviting small businesses to submit research proposals focused on transportation-related topics. The solicitation aims to foster technological innovation and commercialization in areas such as measurement devices, human factors assessment systems, AI-driven predictive maintenance for public transit fleets, and automated crash report data systems. This initiative is particularly significant for enhancing the national transportation system and promoting economic growth through small business participation, especially from disadvantaged and women-owned businesses. Interested firms can apply for funding of up to $200,000 over six months, with proposals due by March 7, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Tammy A. Taylor at tammy.taylor@dot.gov or call 617-494-3462. A Pre-Offer Webinar is scheduled for February 10, 2025, to assist potential applicants.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tammy A. Taylor
    (617) 494-3462
    tammy.taylor@dot.gov
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    FY2025_Solicitation-Final_02.05.2025.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) has issued a Phase I Program Solicitation for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, inviting small businesses to submit research proposals on specific topics related to transportation. The solicitation is open from February 5, 2025, to March 7, 2025, with proposals carrying potential funding of up to $200,000 over six months. Topics include advancements in measurement devices, human factors assessment systems, AI-driven predictive maintenance for public transit fleets, and automated crash report data systems. The solicitation emphasizes eligibility criteria for small businesses, which must be independently owned, with a maximum of 500 employees. Interested firms should register on the SBA Company Registry and the System for Award Management (SAM). A Pre-Offer Webinar on February 10, 2025, will help potential applicants understand the program and submission requirements. Selected offers may be invited to present at a virtual Pitch Day scheduled for May 5-9, 2025. The U.S. DOT aims to stimulate technological innovation and commercialize research, particularly from disadvantaged and women-owned businesses. This solicitation aligns with the government's goals to enhance the national transportation system and promote economic growth through small business participation.
    FY25 SBIR Appendix A.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) outlines research topics for the Fiscal Year 2025 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, targeting advancements in transportation safety and efficiency. Proposed projects include developing a 3D-model viewer for highway construction, modular construction techniques for protected intersections and turbo roundabouts, and a concrete shrinkage measurement device for improved material performance. Also highlighted are initiatives like lidar-based tire inspections and automatic tire inflation systems for commercial vehicles aimed at enhancing road safety. The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) seeks innovations in non-destructive rail stress measurement, next-gen End of Train devices, and ground hazard mitigation technologies. Each project emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, aims for commercialization, and contributes to the overarching goal of improving the U.S. transportation system through innovative solutions. The document serves as a resource for potential applicants seeking federal funding and guidance on addressing key transportation challenges.
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