Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection
ID: CBD254-007Type: BOTH
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Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection

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Agency: DODBranch: CBD

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Type: SBIRPhase: BOTH
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    The Department of Defense (DoD) is seeking proposals for the development of integrated deployable microsensors for chemical detection under the SBIR program, specifically identified as CBD254-007. The objective is to design and fabricate low Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C) microsensors capable of detecting chemical warfare agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms, providing near real-time early warning in complex operational environments. This technology is crucial for enhancing rapid response and decision-making in both military and civilian applications, particularly for first responders in environmental detection and health monitoring. Proposals are due by January 28, 2026, with the opportunity opening on January 7, 2026, and further details can be found at the official solicitation agency website: https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/.

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    The CBD254-007 solicitation seeks proposals for Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection. The objective is to develop low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors for chemical threats that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning. These microsensors must detect chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms in near real-time, providing class-based, presumptive chemical threat detection within 10 minutes. The final system should have a mass less than 250 grams and a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, operating for 24 hours or longer on a single charge. The project is divided into three phases, progressively developing and demonstrating prototypes from a breadboard sensor to a fully integrated and deployable system. Phase I focuses on a compact prototype detecting at least two classes of chemical threats with 90% probability within 10 minutes. Phase II involves building a higher fidelity prototype to detect at least three classes with 95% probability within 10 seconds, demonstrating networkability, and delivering 15 prototypes. Phase III aims to integrate the sensor array, establish manufacturing, and demonstrate deployment with unmanned platforms. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR, and dual-use applications include civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring.
    The CBD254-007 RFP seeks to develop low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors for integrated early warning of chemical threats. These microsensors will detect chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes, providing class-based, presumptive detection. The sensors must be deployable via various means, including unmanned vehicles, and capable of networking to feed high-density data to mission command systems, creating a CBRN common operating picture. Key requirements include a mass under 250 grams, a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operation for 24 hours or longer on a single charge. The project is structured in three phases, progressing from breadboard prototypes to higher-fidelity prototypes and finally to integrated sensor arrays with manufacturing processes. Dual-use applications extend to civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring. Proposals focusing on graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays will not be considered, and offers of market surveys will be deemed non-responsive. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR regulations, requiring disclosure of foreign nationals involved.
    The CBD254-007 program seeks to develop low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) integrated deployable microsensors for the early warning detection of chemical threats. These microsensors will detect chemical warfare agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes. The system must be easily distributed, networkable, self-calibrating, and continuously operational, with a total mass under 250 grams and a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, capable of operating for 24 hours on a single charge. Phase I focuses on a breadboard prototype demonstrating detection and network communication, excluding graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays. Phase II involves building and testing a higher-fidelity prototype, demonstrating detection of at least three chemical threat classes with 95% probability within 10 seconds, and delivering 15 operational units. Phase III will integrate the sensor array, establish manufacturing for small production runs, and demonstrate deployment with unmanned/robotic platforms, with dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders.
    The CBD254-007 program seeks to develop low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) integrated deployable microsensors for the early warning detection of chemical threats. These microsensors will detect chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms, in near real-time, within 10 minutes, with a high probability of detection. The sensors must be easily distributed and networked, capable of self-calibration, continuous operation, and data exchange with network operators. The final system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for at least 24 hours. The project is divided into three phases: Phase I focuses on designing and prototyping a breadboard sensor capable of detecting at least two classes of chemical threats; Phase II involves building and testing higher fidelity prototypes, demonstrating detection of at least three chemical threat classes, networkability, and delivering 15 operational prototypes; Phase III concentrates on integrating the sensor array, establishing manufacturing processes for small production runs, and demonstrating deployment with unmanned platforms. Dual-use applications include civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring. Proposals focusing on graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays will not be considered, and the technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR regulations.
    The CBD254-007 RFP seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection to provide early warning of chemical threats. The objective is to create low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors capable of detecting chemical weapons agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes. These sensors must be easily distributed, networked, and operate continuously for 24 hours. The technology is subject to ITAR/EAR regulations. Phase I involves designing a breadboard prototype with 90% detection probability within 10 minutes and demonstrating network communication. Phase II focuses on building a higher fidelity prototype, achieving 95% detection within 10 seconds for at least three chemical threat classes, and delivering 15 operational prototypes. Phase III aims to integrate the sensor array, establish manufacturing processes for small production runs, and enable dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders.
    The CBD254-007 RFP seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection to provide early warning of chemical threats. The objective is to create low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors capable of detecting chemical weapons agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes. These sensors must be easily deployable via various means, operate continuously, self-calibrate, and integrate with network operators to feed high-density data for a CBRN common operating picture. The final system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter under 5 centimeters, and operate for at least 24 hours on a single charge. The project outlines three phases: Phase I focuses on a breadboard prototype demonstrating detection of at least two chemical threat classes and network communication; Phase II involves building and testing a higher-fidelity prototype capable of detecting at least three classes with 95% probability within 10 seconds, demonstrating networkability, and delivering 15 operational units; Phase III focuses on integrating the sensor array into a deployable system, establishing manufacturing processes for small runs, and demonstrating integration with unmanned platforms, with dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders.
    The CBD254-007 program seeks to develop integrated deployable microsensors for chemical threat detection. The objective is to create low Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C) microsensors that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning of chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms. These sensors must provide class-based, presumptive chemical threat detection within 10 minutes, operate continuously in complex environments, and feed high-density data to mission command systems. The final system should have a mass under 250 grams, a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for 24 hours or longer on a single charge. The program outlines a multi-phase development, starting with a breadboard prototype demonstrating network communication and detection capabilities, progressing to higher fidelity prototypes with integrated software and algorithms, and culminating in establishing manufacturing processes for small production runs. The technology has dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders. The project is restricted under ITAR and EAR regulations.
    The CBD254-007 topic seeks to develop integrated deployable microsensors for chemical threat detection. The objective is to create low Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C) microsensors that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning. These sensors must detect chemical weapons agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms in near real-time, providing class-based detection within 10 minutes. The system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for at least 24 hours. The project outlines three phases: Phase I focuses on designing a breadboard prototype with 90% detection probability within 10 minutes, excluding graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays. Phase II involves building and testing a higher fidelity prototype with 95% detection probability within 10 seconds, demonstrating networkability and delivering 15 operational prototypes. Phase III aims to integrate the sensor array, establish manufacturing for small production runs, and demonstrate deployment on unmanned platforms. Dual-use applications include civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR, requiring disclosure of foreign nationals.
    The CBD254-007 solicitation seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection. The objective is to create low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors for chemical threats that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning. These sensors must detect chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes, providing class-based, presumptive detection. They should be deployable via various means, self-calibrate, and operate continuously in complex environments, feeding high-density data to mission command systems. The final system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for 24 hours or longer on a single charge. The project outlines a three-phase development process, from a breadboard prototype to a higher fidelity prototype and finally to integrated sensor arrays with established manufacturing processes for small production runs. Dual-use applications include civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring. Proposals focusing on graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays will not be considered, nor will market surveys.
    The CBD254-007 solicitation seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection. The objective is to create low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensors for chemical threats that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning. These sensors must detect chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms in near real-time, providing class-based, presumptive detection within 10 minutes. The final system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for 24 hours or longer on a single charge. It will support mission command systems and create a CBRN common operating picture. The project outlines a three-phase development: Phase I focuses on a breadboard prototype demonstrating detection of at least two chemical threat classes and network communication; Phase II involves building and testing a higher fidelity prototype capable of detecting at least three chemical threat classes with 95% probability within 10 seconds, and demonstrating networkability with 15 prototypes delivered to the government; Phase III focuses on integrating the sensor array, establishing manufacturing processes for small production runs, and demonstrating deployment with unmanned platforms. Dual-use applications extend to civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR regulations.
    The CBD254-007 RFP seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection to provide early warning of chemical threats. The objective is a low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensor for detecting chemical weapons agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes. The sensor should be easily distributed, networkable, self-calibrating, and continuously operational in complex environments. Key specifications include a mass under 250 grams, a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and 24-hour operation on a single charge. Proposals focusing on graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays will not be considered. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR regulations, requiring disclosure of foreign nationals. Phase I involves developing a breadboard prototype detecting at least two chemical threat classes with 90% probability within 10 minutes and demonstrating network communication. Phase II requires a higher fidelity prototype detecting at least three chemical threat classes with 95% probability within 10 seconds, integrated data processing, and networkability, with 15 prototypes delivered. Phase III focuses on integrating the sensor array, establishing manufacturing for small production runs, and demonstrating deployment with unmanned/robotic platforms. Dual-use applications include civilian and military first responders for environmental detection and health monitoring.
    The CBD254-007 RFP seeks to develop Integrated Deployable Microsensors for Chemical Detection to provide early warning of chemical threats. The objective is a low size, weight, power, and cost (SWaP-C) microsensor capable of detecting chemical weapons agents (nerve and blister classes) and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms within 10 minutes. The sensor should be easily distributed via unmanned vehicles, projectiles, or hand emplacement, operate continuously for 24 hours, and have a mass under 250 grams with a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters. Proposals focusing on graphene or chemiresistive semiconducting metal oxide arrays will not be considered. The project outlines a three-phase development, culminating in a manufacturing process for small production runs of 20 miniature deployable sensors and includes dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders.
    The CBD254-007 program seeks to develop integrated deployable microsensors for chemical threat detection. The objective is to create low Size, Weight, Power, and Cost (SWaP-C) microsensors that can be easily distributed and networked for early warning of chemical weapons agents and pharmaceutical-based agents in vapor and aerosol forms. These microsensors must detect threats in near real-time, operate continuously in complex environments, self-calibrate, and transmit high-density data to mission command systems. The final system should weigh less than 250 grams, have a diameter no greater than 5 centimeters, and operate for at least 24 hours. The program outlines a three-phase development process, starting with a breadboard prototype for class-based detection, progressing to a higher-fidelity prototype for real-time detection and networkability, and culminating in the integration of sensor arrays, manufacturing processes, and deployment with unmanned platforms. The technology is restricted under ITAR/EAR and has dual-use applications for civilian and military first responders.
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