Advanced Information Technology to Improve Mobility, Interoperability, and Survivability of Expeditionary Medical Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (Direct to Phase II)
ID: DHA244-D003Type: Phase II
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Advanced Information Technology to Improve Mobility, Interoperability, and Survivability of Expeditionary Medical Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (Direct to Phase II)

Agency

Agency: DODBranch: DHA

Program

Type: SBIRPhase: Phase II

Topic Link

https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/

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https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/
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    Description

    The Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking proposals for the development of advanced information technology solutions aimed at enhancing the mobility, interoperability, and survivability of Expeditionary Medical Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4IT) systems. The primary objective is to create expeditionary and interoperable IT solutions that facilitate healthcare delivery, medical command and control, medical logistics, and patient movement in austere and contested environments, addressing current gaps in communication and data exchange between military and civilian healthcare providers. This initiative is critical for improving the quality and timeliness of medical care in both battlefield and civilian settings, with a focus on ensuring secure and continuous operations across various medical units. Proposals are due by May 14, 2024, and interested parties can find more information and submit their applications through the DOD SBIR website at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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    The DHA244-D003 initiative seeks to enhance expeditionary medical systems by developing interoperable information technology for healthcare delivery, command, medical logistics, and patient movement in challenging environments. The objective is to create resilient, scalable, and extensible command, control, communications, and computers (C4IT) solutions that can effectively integrate with various medical and administrative functions while adhering to stringent cybersecurity standards. The project comprises multiple phases, with Phase II focusing on prototype development, including robust design, implementation planning, and extensive testing for military and civilian applications.
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